Insurance Advisor

Howden Group Holdings; Reading; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading insurance company in Reading is seeking an experienced Insurance Advisor. In this role, you will engage with clients to understand their unique insurance needs and develop tailored solutions. The position offers extensive support and training to gain industry-recognized qualifications. The ideal candidate will possess strong problem-solving skills and a passion for serving clients across various insurance fields.

Benefits

22 days holiday plus bank holidays

Life Assurance up to 4x salary

Contributory pension scheme

Access to Healthcare Cashplan

Discounts on gym membership

Employee Assistance Programme

Qualifications

• Experience preferred but not mandatory due to on-site training.
• Willingness to focus on niche areas such as equine insurance, classic cars, etc.

Responsibilities

• Engage with clients to understand their insurance needs.
• Develop tailored solutions based on individual client requirements.
• Promote a positive experience through exemplary service.

Skills

Strong problem-solving skills

Listening and relationship-building

Entrepreneurial mindset

Ambition

Job description

Overview

Howden is a collective – a group of talented and passionate people around the world. Together, we have pushed the boundaries of insurance. With 18,000 employees spanning over 100 countries, we are united by a no-limits mindset and strong collaboration as an international team.

People join Howden for many reasons, but they stay for the culture. We offer balance across work, career progression, sustainability, volunteering and more. Howden is focused on attracting and retaining the right talent and using insurance to build resilience for individuals, businesses and communities.

We are actively looking for an experienced Insurance Advisor to join our team in Southend. This is a great opportunity to join a highly successful organisation, where you will receive full on-the-job training and support to gain industry-recognised qualifications.

About you

• You will enjoy conversations with people, listening and building relationships so we really understand our clients and their requirements.

• You have strong problem-solving skills and can develop tailor-made solutions for unique client needs.

• Experience is preferred, but we offer on-site training, workshops, coaching and support through industry qualifications.

• You have a passion and entrepreneurial mindset. You may focus on areas such as equine insurance, campervans, motorhomes, classic cars, motorbikes, marine, fine art, etc.—loving what you do helps you build rapport and provide the best solutions.

• You are ambitious. We promote from within—every leader started as an Insurance Advisor. We provide tools and opportunities to succeed.

Rewards

We believe great work and dedication should be rewarded. We offer:

• 22 days holiday (plus bank holidays), increasing with length of service

• A set of core benefits, designed with your health and financial protection in mind:

  • Life Assurance up to 4x salary, protecting your loved ones

  • Income protection, guaranteeing an income for up to 5 years in the event of illness or injury

  • Contributory pension scheme – 4% employer contribution and 5% employee contribution, rising to 5% & 5% in April 2025

  • Access to a Healthcare Cashplan with a variety of health-related benefits

• Access to a range of lifestyle and financial benefits you can choose from:

  • Discounts on gym membership across the UK

  • Salary sacrifice schemes – Travel Insurance, Cycle to Work, Car leasing, Technology purchase

  • Discounted personal health policies – Critical illness, private medical, dental plans

  • A range of insurance products available commission-free, including home, motor, travel and specialist vehicles

  • Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) to support employees outside of work

What we offer in return

A career that you define. At Howden, we value diversity—there is no one Howden type. We’re looking for individuals who share our values:

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

• We support each other in everyday moments and bigger challenges

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

Reasonable adjustments

We’re committed to providing reasonable accommodations to ensure positions align with your needs. In addition to standard adjustments such as software, IT and office setups, we can accommodate other changes such as flexible hours or hybrid working where possible.

If you’re excited by this role but have doubts about fit, please apply. If your profile fits the role’s criteria, we will be in touch to assist with any reasonable adjustments you may require.

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