Marine, Cargo & Logistics Graduate Programme 2027

Howden Group Holdings; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 32,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days annual leave

Hybrid work

CII qualification support

Pension plan

Job summary

Howden Group Holdings in London offers a Marine, Cargo & Logistics Graduate Programme. You’ll join a permanent role from day one and be at the centre of global events, international trade and complex risks within marine insurance.

Starting September 2027, you will receive a structured induction, work with seasoned specialists on live client projects, gain exposure to Lloyd's of London and our global clients, and have the opportunity to pursue professional qualifications such as the CII.

Qualifications

• Final year student or recent graduate, on track for or having achieved a 2:2 or above.
• Collaborative and enjoy building relationships with a range of people.
• Comfortable working in fast-paced environments and able to balance multiple responsibilities.
• Confident communicator willing to share ideas.
• Curious to ask questions and learn about the industry.
• Driven and enjoy problem solving.

Responsibilities

• Join Marine, Cargo & Logistics team on live client projects with experienced specialists.
• Support the processing of insurance risks and client information.
• Learn how insurance transactions move from enquiry to placement and servicing.
• Gain exposure to the London Insurance Market, including Lloyd's of London, and understand how business is placed within it.
• Attend meetings with underwriters and brokers to develop understanding of the market.
• Use internal systems to maintain accurate records and prepare documentation for placement and servicing.
• Build relationships with clients, underwriters and the MCL team.
• Develop commercial awareness by exploring topics impacting global trade, shipping and logistics.

Education

Final year student or recent graduate

2:2 or above (degree expected)

Collaborative and relationship-building

Effective communication

Comfortable in fast-paced environments

Driven and problem-solving

Job description

Who are we?

Howden is a global insurance group with employee ownership at its heart. 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 24,000 employees spanning over 56 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.

Specialty Marine, Cargo & Logistics Insurance Graduate Programme

Please read before submitting: You may only apply to one graduate programme for our 2027 intake. Submitting duplicate applications will result in them not being considered.

Location: London

Start date: September 2027

Salary: £35,000

Working structure: Hybrid (4 days in office)

Discover How Global Trade Keeps Moving Looking for a graduate role where you’ll be at the centre of global events, international trade and complex risks that shape the world of marine insurance. Join Howden's Marine, Cargo & Logistics team and discover how global trade keeps moving safely. You'll learn how organisations manage and protect vessels, shipping operations and cargo & storage exposures against risks such as damage, theft, accidents and disruption and how tailored insurance solutions respond when the unexpected happens. From day one, you’ll gain exposure to our global clients across North America, the UK & Ireland, Europe, the Middle East, Africa and Asia Pacific. You'll work alongside experienced specialised across multiple areas of marine, cargo and logistics insurance while building the knowledge, skills and relationships needed to kick start your career. This is a permanent role supported by a structured development programme, designed to accelerate your technical expertise, professional confidence and long-term career growth.

What you’ll be doing?

You'll begin with a structured induction before joining the Marine, Cargo & Logistics team, where you'll work alongside experienced specialists on live client projects.

• Support the processing of insurance risks and client information.


• Learn how insurance transactions move from initial enquiry through to placement and servicing.


• Gaining exposure to the London Insurance Market, including Lloyd's of London, and understand how business is placed within it.


• Attend meetings with underwriters and brokers to develop your understanding of the wider insurance market.


• Use internal systems and tools to maintain accurate records and information.


• Prepare spreadsheets, documentation and reports to support insurance placement, broker and client servicing.


• Build relationships with clients, underwriters and the wider MCL team.


• Develop your commercial awareness by exploring topics impacting global trade, shipping and logistics.

Who are we looking for?

No insurance experience is needed; we’ll teach you everything you need to know!

• In your final year of university or a recent graduate from any degree discipline, on track for or having achieved a 2:2 or above.


• Collaborative and enjoy building relationships with a range of people.


• Comfortable working in fast paced environments and able to balance multiple responsibilities.


• A confident communicator who is willing to share ideas.


• Curious to ask questions and learn more about our industry.


• Driven and enjoy problem solving.

To be eligible for our programme, you must have the full and unrestricted right to work in the UK.

Application process

Our application process is designed to help you show your potential, not to test what you already know! Online application form – no CV required: We believe you're more than just a document, so we won’t ask you to submit a CV. Please upload a blank document on the application form.

• Online gamified assessment: We’ve created games that will help us understand your natural strengths and how you approach different situations. There are no right or wrong answers. You can complete this stage on your phone or laptop, whichever suits you best!


• Pre-recorded video interview: You will record your answers to a few questions using your phone or laptop, giving you the chance to tell us more about yourself in your own time in a relaxed setting.


• Assessment centre: Our final stage is an in-person assessment centre at one of our offices. You'll take part in some fun group activities and meet our team in a relaxed setting. This day is all about getting to know you better and for you to see what it's like to be part of Howden and experience our culture. We'll cover all your travel costs for this day, because where you are now, shouldn’t hold back your future!

Why should you apply?

At Howden, people are at the heart of everything we do. As an employee-owned business, we believe success is built through collaboration, learning and supporting one another. You'll join a permanent role from day one and take part in our structured 18-month development programme, designed to accelerate your technical, commercial and professional growth.

• £35,000 salary and a generous pension scheme.


• Opportunity to complete fully funded professional and technical qualifications relevant for your role and career pathway such as CII.


• Structured learning and development through our 18-month graduate programme.


• 25 days' annual leave plus bank holidays and an additional day off at Christmas.


• Access to discounted personal health policies, a competitive pension scheme, wellbeing benefits and a range of insurance products.


• 2 days allocated to take part in volunteering schemes.

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*.

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

Permanent Howden began in 1994, as just three people and a dog. Now there are 23,000 of us, and we’re a leading global insurance group, managing $37bn of premiums for our clients. Our largest shareholder group is us – the people who work in the business – supported by three long-term, minority growth-equity partners who share our vision to build a business to last, one that will never be sold. The owner's mindset is something that's embedded in our culture; our people readily take ownership of their decisions, their actions, and their outputs. They’re invested in every sense. And we all know that by working together to drive the business forward, everyone will benefit from the extraordinary results we can achieve.