Diversity and Inclusion – Page 7
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Crawford and Company launches carers policy for UK employees
’Being able to manage the pressures of both roles can be extremely challenging and it is imperative that companies acknowledge this,’ says chief operating officer
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ABI releases guide to help industry improve support for autistic customers
’Understanding autism and how to better support autistic customers is essential,’ says executive sponsor
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Insurance Times and Genasys team up for April Fools’ Day prank
Although insurance-based PC game is currently a myth, steps such as this could support the industry in attracting a new generation of talent
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Genasys sponsors insurance-based PC game to entice new talent
‘We’re helping to break down the stereotype that insurance is a staid, boring world of grey suits,’ says group chief executive
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IT Interview
Tim Bailey: ‘Attracting and retaining talent’ vital to Zurich’s success
Since taking the helm, nurturing a pipeline of diverse talent has been one of the main priorities for Zurich’s chief executive
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Gambit Partners and Ican hit ‘significant milestone’ with new joint office
’It shows our commitment to maintaining a presence both within and outside of London,’ says founder
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News Analysis
The Big Question: How does the increasing integration of data analytics in insurance impact the war for talent?
AI and advanced data analytics are already making waves in the insurance sector. Insurance Times interviews five industry experts to delve into their perspectives on the significance of this technological transformation for the industry.
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Briefing: Insurtech is still a man’s game – but it’s changing
Historically, insurtech has been considered a male domain – but how are emerging technologies opening up opportunities for women to progress their careers?
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Chief executive keen to ‘drive change’ after being named in inspirational women list
’Ultimately, being listed is a profound honour that encourages me to keep challenging norms,’ says chief executive
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News Analysis
FCA battling ‘snitches get stitches’ mindset when it comes to non-financial misconduct
’We can sit here and say ‘oh, it is a terrible culture,’ but what are we going to do about it?’ asks member of parliament
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UKGI celebrates International Women’s Day 2024
Insurance Times rounds up the impactful diversity and inclusion initiatives spearheaded by UK insurance firms as the industry today celebrates International Women’s Day 2024.
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News Analysis
Briefing: The trouble with motor insurance
Discriminatory pricing is evident in motor insurance premiums – the industry needs to come up with new ways to make this product more accessible and affordable
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Financial education leaves insurance ’off the table’ – Black Girl Finance
’That insurance conversation gets left behind,’ says founder and chief executive
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Social mobility key to diversity and inclusion strategies – Caroline Dunn
’Insurance and careers in the city or in financial services were difficult to find out about,’ says chief underwriting officer
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News Analysis
Briefing: Industry must show sexy side to win war for talent and ensure succession planning
If the UK insurance market is to retain its global standing and attract technology-minded staff, then industry-wide diversity strategies and a branding overhaul must be the focus for firms
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QBE narrows gender and ethnicity pay gaps
While progress to reduce pay gaps has been made, “challenges remain” that need to be addressed, says people director of culture and employee experience
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News Analysis
Briefing: New angel investing rules could worsen ’existing disparities’ for female insurtech bosses
’The recent changes to the high net worth threshold in the Treasury startup coalition angel investment rules are concerning,’ says chief executive
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Ola Jacob named Biba committee chair for London and Southeast
’Currently the awareness levels of insurance are really low with these students, we want to change that,’ says incoming chair and 2022 Insurance Times Tech Champion of the Year
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Time to Talk: Shining a spotlight on the industry’s mental health initiatives
‘Sometimes it’s easier to tell people we’re fine than to say how we really feel’, says charity
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IT Interview
Mike Latham: Talent gap threatens service quality
’The insurance industry has to raise awareness and increase the knowledge of what insurance is all about,’ says chief executive