Who are we?
Howden is a collective – a group of talented and passionate people all around the world. 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 18,000 employees spanning over 100 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.
The role
The IDD team plays a critical role in assessing the insurance risks and opportunities associated with M&A transactions. We provide expert advice on all risk and insurance matters related to a target business, drawing on the deep sector knowledge of our specialist teams across the wider Howden business.
We are now looking for a personable, ambitious, and analytically minded graduate to join our fast-growing team as an Insurance Due Diligence Analyst/ Associate.
As an Analyst/ Associate, you will support the delivery of pre-acquisition and pre-divestment insurance due diligence services. You will work closely with experienced advisors to assess insurance programmes, identify transaction-related risks, and deliver clear, actionable insights to clients.
This is a client-facing role with strong development potential, offering exposure to a wide range of sectors and deal types. You’ll be supported through formal training and on-the-job learning, with the opportunity to study towards the ACII qualification.
What you'll do
Review information memoranda, insurance documentation, and project materials to assess the adequacy of insurance programmes.
Identify insurance-related risks and issues that may impact a transaction.
Estimate current and future insurance costs and highlight key findings to clients.
Assist in drafting high-quality due diligence reports and presenting findings to clients.
Join and begin to lead client calls, taking notes and contributing to discussions.
Support the preparation of proposals and responses to new business enquiries.
Engage subject matter experts and escalate findings to senior advisors as needed.
Maintain accurate records of interactions and developments using internal systems (e.g., Compass).
Ensure timely and organised file management using SharePoint.
Who we're looking for
A recent graduate in Law, Business, or a related discipline.
A strong interest in M&A, insurance, and understanding how businesses operate.
Analytical mindset with excellent attention to detail.
Eloquent, personable, and confident in engaging with clients and stakeholders.
A collaborative team player with a positive work ethic and willingness to learn.
Ambition to study towards the ACII qualification (or already doing so).
Awareness of the M&A market and an interest in sector-specific trends.
Ability to manage workload effectively and meet deadlines under pressure.
Willingness to ask questions, seek feedback, and take initiative.
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*.
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.
*Not all positions can accommodate changes to working hours or locations. Reach out to your Recruitment Partner if you want to know more.
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