Associate Construction Treaty Broker - Early Careers

Starr Underwriting; City Of London; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A global reinsurance broker in London seeks an entry-level broker to support engineering treaty clients. The role involves data analysis, client meetings, and relationship building with reinsurers. Ideal for college leavers eager to learn and develop in the insurance industry, this position offers a dynamic and supportive working environment.

Benefits

Career development opportunities

Diverse workplace culture

Flexible working options

Qualifications

• Ability to build strong relationships with relevant underwriters and market contacts.
• Excellent communication (verbal and writing) and interpersonal skills.
• Highly numerate and literate with good analytical skills.
• Good time management, able to meet deadlines under pressure.
• Adaptable and resilient, able to respond positively to change.

Responsibilities

• Reviewing, compiling and analysing numerical portfolio data.
• Assisting with drafting of presentations and market updates.
• Participating in meetings and client calls.
• Coordinating reinsurers and internal stakeholders for key meetings.
• Maintaining accurate records on company systems.

Skills

Relationship building

Customer-focused communication

Analytical skills

Time management

Adaptability

Education

College degree or equivalent

Tools

MS Excel

Job description

Who are we?

Howden is a collective – a group of talented and passionate people all around the world. Together, we have pushed the boundaries of insurance. We are united by a shared passion and no-limits mindset, and our strength lies in our ability to collaborate as a powerful international team comprised of 18,000 employees spanning over 100 countries.

People join Howden for many different reasons, but they stay for the same one: our culture. It’s what sets us apart, and the reason our employees have been turning down headhunters for years. Whatever your priorities – work / life balance, career progression, sustainability, volunteering – you’ll find like-minded people driving change at Howden.

Working at Howden Re

At Howden Re, we’re on a mission to do things differently. Our no silo approach, elite team, and clear focus on innovation and relentless execution means our clients are at the heart of all we do.

As a big 4 global reinsurance broker, we deliberately avoid the one-size-fits-all approach, committing to creating bespoke solutions that address the unique challenges of a modern and dynamic marketplace. Our team is empowered to drive progress, creating opportunities for career and personal development, unlocking new value for clients, fostering long-term partnerships, and using the collective power of Howden to change how the world sees risk and insurance.

When you join Howden Re, you become part of a vibrant and entrepreneurial workplace culture that prioritises collaboration, ownership, and shared success. Here, your contributions will directly impact our mission to be the global partner of choice in reinsurance and strategic advisory.

Be a part of Howden Re's exciting journey. Together, we are shaping the future of reinsurance.

The Role

Working in a team of four. Working closely on specific engineering treaty clients and MGA opportunities on the construction class of reinsurance business.

Supporting the wider team on day to day administrative duties in the team.

Actively learning on the job about reinsurance treaty, engineering insurance, reinsurance structures and analytics.

This is an entry-level broker role well suited to a college leaver, someone wanting to enter the industry and prepared to learn from the ground up.

What will you be doing?

• Reviewing, compiling and analysing numerical portfolio data, using MS Excel primarily.
• Assist with drafting of presentations and market updates.
• Participating in meetings and client calls. Note taking for key presentations and meetings.
• Assisting in arranging meetings, schedules for renewals. Arranging midterm meeting schedules.
• Coordinating reinsurers, clients/cedents/wider team attendees for key meetings during the renewal cycle.
• Support the team in preparing and reviewing submissions to ensure accuracy and completeness.
• Collaborate with account handlers to develop appropriate solutions tailored to clients’ needs.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date records on company systems, including but not limited to contract/wording queries, reinsurer non-concurrencies, marketing lists.
• Follow compliance procedures, including securing necessary approvals and maintaining client files (on shared drive and DMS).
• Build and maintain relationships with reinsurers and internal stakeholders.
• Stay informed about construction industry trends and developments to enhance offerings.
• Actively participate in personal development and adhere to regulatory requirements / training.

Who are we looking for:

• Ability to build strong relationships with relevant underwriters and market contacts.
• Ability to have a customer-focused approach with excellent communication (verbal and writing) and interpersonal skills.
• Highly numerate and literate with good analytical skills.
• Good time management, able to meet deadlines under pressure.
• Adaptable and resilient, able to respond positively to change.
• Able to work on your own and in a team setting.
• Some experience in a similar or related role within the insurance market preferable.

What do we offer in return?

A career that you define. At Howden, we value diversity – there is no one Howden type. Instead, we’re looking for individuals who share the same values as us:

• Our successes have all come from someone brave enough to try something new

• We support each other in the small everyday moments and the bigger challenges

• We are determined to make a positive difference at work and beyond

Reasonable adjustments

We're committed to providing reasonable accommodations at Howden to ensure that our positions align well with your needs. Besides the usual adjustments such as software, IT, and office setups, we can also accommodate other changes such as flexible hours* or hybrid working*.

If you're excited by this role but have some doubts about whether it’s the right fit for you, send us your application – if your profile fits the role’s criteria, we will be in touch to assist in helping to get you set up with any reasonable adjustments you may require.

*Not all positions can accommodate changes to working hours or locations. Reach out to your Recruitment Partner if you want to know more.

Permanent