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
This role supports the International Property division by handling credit control activities, helping the team meet performance targets and business needs. Your responsibilities will involve following up on payments, balancing accounts, and collaborating with internal and external partners to address inquiries.
You’ll also support projects, maintain accurate records, and ensure compliance with company procedures and regulatory requirements.
What you’ll be doing
Chasing outstanding premium payments and following up with clients and brokers.
Balancing receipts and identifying unallocated cash items.
Responding to queries from markets and third parties.
Assisting with account reconciliations to clients and markets.
Processing data accurately and on time in internal systems.
Supporting projects and contributing to team goals.
Providing updates and reports to management.
Following the established guidelines and regulatory compliance.
Attending team meetings and reporting on progress.
Building working relationships with internal teams.
Who we’re looking for
Experience in credit control or a similar finance role.
Knowledge of insurance principles and relevant regulations.
Able to handle tasks independently and meet deadlines.
Good communication and interpersonal skills.
Comfortable using Microsoft Office and internal systems.
Strong attention to detail.
Able to work under pressure and adapt to change.
Works well with others and supports team goals.
Able to analyse information and make decisions.
Willing to learn and improve.
Qualifications
No specific qualifications required, but experience in insurance or finance is helpful.
Knowledge of insurance broking platforms is useful but not crucial.
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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