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Markel UK adopts ‘fluid’ approach to talent development to avoid ‘pigeonholing’ – Lee Mooney

2026-08-12T06:00:00+01:00By Katie Scott

Managing director confirms that specialist insurer is investing in all areas of talent development – but despite ‘opening the doors at Markel UK’, supply and demand bottleneck still cranks up competitiveness for entry level roles

Updated insurance apprenticeship standards attract strong market uptake for ‘more modern approach’

2026-08-04T11:35:00+01:00By Harriet Scott

’As the industry continues to evolve, it is important that we harness the skills and perspectives of a digitally native workforce while providing lifelong learning opportunities for people at every stage of their career,’ says apprenticeships lead

Aviva launches broker charity fund-matching scheme

2026-08-03T12:39:00+01:00By Iris Hakaj

‘We believe that together, we can achieve even more,’ says director

Beazley underwriter raises £165,000 for cancer research

2026-07-21T14:00:00+01:00By Iris Hakaj

‘I think my dad would have been so proud of us all and amazed at what we pulled off,’ says underwriter

High Five: Catch up on the biggest stories this week

2026-07-17T14:00:00+01:00By Insurance Times

Insurance Times rounds up the top five stories making headlines across the market from 13 to 17 July 2026

Intact’s head of DEI made redundant after nearly 20 years at insurer

2026-07-13T08:01:00+01:00By Harriet Scott

’There’s a strange dichotomy that comes with redundancy that I don’t think anyone prepares you for,’ says head of DEI

Zurich UK reports 68% rise in apprenticeship applications via social media

2026-07-06T06:00:00+01:00By Harriet Scott

‘If we look at our social mobility data and we look at our ethnic minority data, we can undeniably see an increase in attraction,’ says talent acquisition manager

Lloyd’s market faces under-30 talent challenge, warns LMA chief

2026-06-25T09:00:00+01:00By Iris Hakaj

‘In 10 years’ time, we’ll have less than 7% of the market under 30. That’s a problem,’ says chief executive

The Big Question: Is UKGI distinguishing intentional D&I from performative action?

2026-06-25T07:00:00+01:00By Harriet Scott

UK general insurance (UKGI) has placed increasing emphasis on inclusive and ethical cultures – but is the industry effectively distinguishing intentional diversity and inclusion (D&I) from performative action, and where is further progress needed?

Weir Insurance links pilot wellbeing programme to trading performance improvements

2026-06-24T14:00:00+01:00By Iris Hakaj

’We have just had our best performing quarter ever, better than anything in our history,’ says managing director

Briefing: Young insurance talent needs access – not just advice

2026-06-24T08:00:00+01:00By Ajay Mistry

Although technical skills help people to perform, networks, visibility and confidence help young talent to progress further in their careers

The Insurance Charity launches new schools essentials grant programme

2026-06-22T13:00:00+01:00By Harriet Scott

’Through the school essentials programme, we’re providing targeted support that can make a meaningful difference,’ says chief executive

Roundtable convenes senior leaders as 51% of LGBTQ+ staff report lack of visible role models

2026-06-12T11:00:00+01:00By Harriet Scott

’The progress shown between the 2021 and 2026 Link surveys is encouraging, but it’s a reminder to keep pushing, not to pause,’ says pride executive sponsor

Opinion: Coaching versus leadership – How you listen can steer your business

2026-06-10T08:00:00+01:00By Katie Scott

Canadian broker leader Traci Boland inspired Biba Conference delegates with her views on meaningful leadership, emphasising that ‘the act of listening’ is the most important trait to bring to work

Underwriter leads 600-mile ride to raise funds for cancer research in memory of father

2026-06-02T14:00:00+01:00By Harriet Scott

’Knowing there will be more families in the same situation, directly raising funds for research feels like a positive, tangible step in the face of something so negative,’ says underwriter

Markel enhances family leave for UK secondary carers

2026-05-28T10:17:00+01:00By Harriet Scott

’It’s about creating confidence and consistency for our people taking family leave,’ says chief people officer

Social mobility membership firm launches new campaign encouraging greater diversity in career progression pipelines

2026-05-22T11:00:00+01:00By Katie Scott

FCA executive director says the regulator expects ‘firms to be more transparent about progression’ because ‘this reflects culture, shapes judgements and outcomes’ linked to Consumer Duty rules

Aviva rolls out epilepsy awareness training ahead of National Epilepsy Week

2026-05-22T10:57:00+01:00By Iris Hakaj

Insurer partners with charity Epilepsy Action as employee calls workplace support “life changing”

Biba 2026: The Insurance Charity sees 20% uplift in enquiries year-on-year

2026-05-19T13:00:00+01:00By Harriet Scott

’We’re there for everyone in the industry, but a lot of people struggle with asking for help and the question is how we normalise that,’ says chief executive

Final Dive In festival to focus on ‘human gain’ in AI era

2026-05-07T13:00:00+01:00By Iris Hakaj

Global insurance event to mark final year by tackling culture, skills and trust in a rapidly evolving workplace

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