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.
Location: London
Start date: September 2026
Closing date: Friday 5th June
Working structure: hybrid
The Graduate Programme
Are you ambitious, entrepreneurial, and eager to learn? As an Analyst at Howden, you’ll play a key role in supporting Associates and Senior Associates in delivering best-in-class insurance solutions for clients. You’ll be working with the balance sheet advisory & structuring team who advise clients on balance sheet and capital optimisation.
This programme is designed to give you early exposure to real client work, supported by structured training and hands-on learning from experienced professionals.
What you’ll be doing?
Support client advisory teams in managing complex insurance requirements
Assist with negotiation to secure the best possible terms for clients
Develop business relationships and contribute to company growth
Over time, take ownership of transaction processes and client engagements
What are we looking for?
No experience or technical knowledge is required – we’ll teach you everything you need to know!
Strong quantitative analysis skills and ability to code.
Motivated self-starters who are keen to move into the insurance industry.
A determination and willingness to learn.
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to work well as part of an open and collaborative team.
Analytical individuals who have a keen eye for detail.
Articulate and personable individuals who are excited to and comfortable presenting to stakeholders at all levels.
You must have full unrestricted right to work in the UK.
Why apply?
Opportunity to complete fully funded professional and technical training relevant for your role and career pathway.
Access to discounted personal health policies as well as a range of insurance products.
25 days annual leave plus bank holidays and an extra day off for Christmas.
Competitive salary and generous pension scheme.
Excellent training and development schemes and accelerated career progression.
Cycle to work loan scheme and discount on gym memberships.
2 days allocated to take part in volunteering schemes.
At Howden, we are committed to developing and maintaining a culture of equality and diversity in the workplace and welcome applications from all backgrounds.
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
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*.
If you’re excited by this role but have some doubts about whether it’s the right fit for you, send us your application – if your profile fits the role’s criteria, we will be in touch to assist in helping to get you set up with any reasonable adjustments you may require.
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