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
Reinsurance Broker Support Apprenticeship Programme
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.
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'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*.
Permanent
Advert end date: 13 November 2026
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