Reinsurance Broker Support Apprenticeship Programme 2027 - London

Howden Group; Greater London; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 31,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Fully funded professional quals

18-month structured development

25 days annual leave

Travel costs for assessment day

Employee ownership culture

Job summary

Howden is hiring for a Reinsurance Broker Support Apprentice as part of our 2027 intake in London. You’ll start with a structured induction, join the Broker Support & Operations team, and gradually take on more responsibility while completing an 18-month development programme.

The role offers a permanent position from day one and a salary of £28,000. No prior insurance experience is required; we’ll teach you everything you need to know to kick start your career in reinsurance and Howden’s

Qualifications

• No insurance experience is needed; we’ll teach you everything you need to know.
• You’ll be: Curious and eager to learn about reinsurance.
• Organised and able to manage different tasks and deadlines.
• Detail-oriented and committed to producing accurate work.
• A clear communicator who works well with colleagues across teams.
• A practical problem solver who enjoys improving how things are done.

Responsibilities

• Join the Broker Support & Operations team and gradually take on more responsibility.
• Learn how reinsurance solutions support insurers and manage risk.
• Support day-to-day tasks and help the business run smoothly.
• Assist with administration of policies and updating records and documentation changes.
• Contribute to projects, carry out data checks and drive process improvements.
• Collaborate across the business to deliver exceptional service to clients and stakeholders.
• Help prepare reports showing income, budgets and team results.

Skills

Curious learner

Organised

Detail-oriented

Clear communicator

Problem solving

Education

Level 3 Insurance apprenticeship

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.

Reinsurance Broker Support Apprenticeship Programme 2027

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

Location: London

Start date: September 2027

Salary: £28,000

Duration: You'll join us in a permanent role from day one while completing an 18-month development programme.

Structure: You’re expected to work in the office at least 4 days per week and must live within a commutable distance

Qualification: Level 3 Insurance apprenticeship

Howden Re is the reinsurance division of Howden, working with insurance companies around the world to help them manage complex risks. While brokers work with clients and the insurance market, Broker Support and Operations teams make sure everything runs smoothly behind the scenes. From keeping records accurate and preparing documents to producing reports and supporting key projects, the team plays an important role in helping the business deliver an excellent service to its clients. You’ll join Howden on a permanent role and complete an 18-month development programme designed to develop your technical knowledge, professional skills and confidence to kick start your career.

What you’ll be doing?

You will begin with a structured induction before joining our Broker Support & Operations team, where you will work alongside experienced colleagues and gradually take on more responsibility.

During the programme, you’ll:

• Learn how reinsurance solutions support insurance companies manage risk.
• Support the team with day-to-day tasks that help the business run smoothly.
• Use your attention to detail skills to make sure client records are accurate and kept up to date.
• Support the administration of insurance policies and contracts, including updating records and processing documentation changes.
• Support projects, carry out data checks and help improve the way we work.
• Collaborate with colleagues across the business to ensure day-to-day activities run smoothly and we are delivering exceptional service to our clients.
• Help prepare reports that show how the business is performing, using information such as income, budgets and team results.

Who are we looking for?

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

• Curious and eager to learn about reinsurance and how the business works.
• Organised and able to manage different tasks and deadlines.
• Detail-oriented and committed to producing accurate work.
• A clear communicator who works well with colleagues across different teams.
• A practical problem solver who enjoys working with information and finding ways to improve how things are done.

To be eligible for our apprenticeship, you must:

• Have the full and unrestricted right to work in the UK.
• Have lived permanently in the UK for the last 3 years.
• Have achieved a grade C/4 in GCSE English and Maths.
• Not already hold a qualification that significantly overlaps with the content of this apprenticeship.

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 gain exposure to an exciting global industry, receive structured development throughout the summer and build relationships that could shape your future career. You'll also benefit from:

• £28,000 and a generous pension scheme.
• Completing fully funded professional qualifications relevant for your role.
• Structured learning and development through our 18-month apprenticeship development programme.
• 25 days' annual leave, plus bank holidays and an additional day off at Christmas.
• Access to discounted personal health policies, wellbeing support and a range of employee benefits and 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 are 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.