Reinsurance Broker Support Level 3 Apprenticeship 2027 - London

Howden; Greater London; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary of £28,000

Generous pension scheme

Fully funded professional qualificato​n

25 days' annual leave

Volunteering days

Employee health and wellbeing policies

Job summary

Howden is offering an apprenticeship within its Broker Support & Operations team in the UK. You’ll complete an 18-month development programme designed to build your technical knowledge, professional skills and confidence from day one.

No prior insurance experience needed; you’ll be taught everything. Expect structured learning, hands-on tasks, and opportunities to contribute to client records, reports and project work while earning £28,000 per year and gaining professional qualifications.

Qualifications

• Must have full and unrestricted right to work in the UK.
• Have lived permanently in the UK for the last 3 years.
• Have achieved GCSE English and Maths grade C/4.
• Not already hold a qualification that significantly overlaps with this apprenticeship.
• Join an 18-month development programme with structured induction.

Responsibilities

• Begin with structured induction before joining Broker Support & Operations.
• Learn how reinsurance solutions support insurers manage risk.
• Support day-to-day tasks to help the business run smoothly.
• Assist with data checks and document updates.
• Help prepare reports showing business performance.

Skills

Curious and eager to learn

Organised

Detail-oriented

Clear communicator

Problem solver

Education

GCSE English and Maths grade C/4

Job description

Help Keep a Global Reinsurance Business Running Smoothly

Ready to earn, learn and launch your career? This is more than your first job. You’ll gain real experience, work towards a recognised qualification and build skills that will shape your future.

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 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.

Ready to apply?

Want to know what life at Howden is really like? Visit our Early Careers hub to explore our culture, learn more about the insurance industry, and get practical tips to help you prepare for our recruitment process. It’s also a great way to work out which career path suits you best.

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