Financial Lines Broking Graduate Program

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.

Location:New York,NY

Start date: September 2026

Salary:$85,000

Working structure:Hybrid

Application deadline:Friday,July 31,2026

Financial Lines Group

Financial Lines is one of the most dynamic and fast-evolving areas of the insurance industry. It focuses on protecting organizations against complex risks, from cyber-attacks and professional liability claims to regulatory investigations, management liability, and emerging technology exposures.

As businesses continue to evolve and new risksemerge, Financial Lines professionals play a critical role in helping clients navigate uncertainty and make informed decisions. This creates a unique opportunity to combine analytical thinking, relationship building, and commercial problem-solving while working at the intersection of business, finance, technology, and risk.

Whether advising a global financial institution, a fast-growing fintech, or an innovative digital asset company,you'llgain exposure to complex challenges that shape industries and economies around the world.

OurGraduate Program

You’lljoin a 12-month development experience designed for recent graduates ready to build a meaningful career in insurance. From day one,you'llbuild an understanding of how different risks are assessed, placed, and managed, while developing the technical and commercial skills needed to advise clients effectively.

You’llgain experience across specialist areas including:

• Financial Institutions

• Cyber

• Directors & Officers Liability

Throughout the program,you’lldevelop the technical knowledge, commercial awareness, and professional skills needed to succeed in a broking career. Your experience will include structured learning, professional development workshops, networking opportunities, mentoring, and access to senior leaders through speaker events and interactive sessions.

Whatyou’llbe doing

• Rotate across teams including Financial Institutions, Cyber, and Directors & Officers Liability, gaining broad exposure to Financial Lines insurance and claims.

• Support client accounts and learn how insurance programs are designed, marketed, and placed.

• Assistwith presentations, submissions, renewal strategies, and other client deliverables.

• Research industries, emerging risks, and market trends to support client and placement activities.

• Build relationships with insurers and underwriters while developing an understanding of coverage structures and negotiations.

• Participate in client meetings, internal strategy discussions, and renewal planning sessions.

• Gain exposure to claims management, client servicing, and the broader insurance lifecycle.

• Develop the technical, commercial, and relationship-building skills needed for a successful career in broking.

What are we looking for?

Youdon'tneedpreviousinsurance experience or technical knowledge -we'llprovide the training and support to help you succeed.

We'relooking for recent graduates or students graduating soon from any degree discipline who are excited to learn, curious about business, and interested in understanding how organizations manage risk and navigate complex challenges.

You'llthrive in this role if you are:

• On track to achieve, or have achieved, a cumulative GPA of 3.2 or above

• Curious, proactive, and eager to learn new concepts and skills.

• Adaptable and comfortable working in a fast-paced, evolving environment.

• A strong communicator who enjoys building relationships and collaborating with others.

• Motivated to take ownership of your work and contribute to team success.

• A problem-solver who approaches challenges with a positive, solutions-focused mindset.

• Resilient, organized, and able to manage multiple priorities effectively.

To be eligible for this program, you must have unrestricted authorization to work in the United States.

Why should you apply?

• Opportunity to complete fully funded professional and technical qualifications relevant for your role and career pathway.

• Excellent training and development schemes and accelerated career progression.

• 2 daysallocatedto take part in volunteering schemes.

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance, including healthcare savings and reimbursement accounts

• 401(k) retirement plan

• Flexible Paid Time Off and paid parental leave

• Life and Disability insurance

Our Application Process

Our application process is designed to help you show your potential, not to test what you already know!

• Online application form:This step is designed to be quick and straightforward andshouldn'ttake more than 5-10 minutes to complete. At this stage,we’llask for key information such as your education details, eligibility to work, and a copy of your résumé.

• 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.

• Interview Super Day:During the day, you’ll take part in a case study and interviews with colleagues from across the business, giving us the chance to learn more about your experiences, strengths, and motivations, while also giving you the opportunity to ask questions and explore whether the program is the right fit for you.

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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