Early Careers
Kelly Ogley - UK CEO Consumer and Local Commercial
Kelly's pledge committed to connect 110 Howden retail branches across the UK with local schools, colleges, sixth forms and careers hubs. As part of a business wide initiative to attract talent from all walks of life, this pledge aimed to raise awareness of the insurance industry and the exciting opportunities available to young people. Throughout the All of Us campaign, the branch network engaged over 130 schools, delivering presentations, careers fairs, and apprenticeship sessions, reaching more than 11,500 students. The team also developed a dedicated work experience programme, providing 35 young people with hands-on insight into the day-to-day life of an insurance broker. In recognition of her leadership in driving this initiative, Kelly was awarded The Insurance Times Industry Achiever 2024 award.
Reciprocal mentoring
Jessica Moylan, Group Communications Director – Asia Pacific
Jessica pledged to launch the Knowledge Exchange programme in Asia Pacific and India, with the aim of connecting people across businesses and countries. It has flourished, with 52 participants in 2023 and an additional 56 in 2024, spanning 12 countries and 17 different businesses.
Neurodiversity
Sam Vardy, UK Divisional Director Sam
Sam pledged to host quarterly neurodiversity forums, which have grown into a thriving online community of over 100 neurodivergent colleagues and allies.
“I pledge to help build a culture that encourages us to be curious of others, which in turn will help us better understand how we can continue to build a more inclusive workplace by supporting the roll out of Diversity Roundtables across the group.”
“I pledge to dedicate time to listen to my team members and empower them to lead and make decisions, enabling them to contribute to the best of their ability and grow professionally.”
“I pledge to encourage those from all walks of life to be as successful as possible and not be restricted by any social or economic backgrounds. I came from nothing and achieved more than I ever dreamed I could, so I would like to be there for others with similar backgrounds to show them anything is possible.”
“I pledge to help my team become more emotionally intelligent by ensuring they receive training and coaching to enable us to foster an inclusive, psychologically safe environment in which everyone thrives and owns their voice.”
“I pledge to attract, develop and retain the next generation early careers insurance professionals by developing and driving a regional Graduate program across all our countries with a diverse representation of Early Career Talent.”
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Pledges
"I pledge that we will raise awareness of digital accessibility and provide group-wide training/support to deliver a fully inclusive digital experience for our clients and colleagues."
"I pledge to help attract young talent by promoting insurance as a destination career for college students and recent graduates, and by attending and speaking at career fairs."
"I pledge to support DUAL Italia’s pledge to organise a 4-lesson computer course. This initiative aims to promote digitalization and empower people with Down Syndrome with proficient computer skills."
"I pledge to give opportunities to young people to join us in underwriting positions that would otherwise not have a chance to get into the insurance industry."
"I pledge to provide technical reinsurance accounting training to all interested staff in our South African offices."
"I pledge to support an inclusive working environment by completing unconscious bias training and to build greater self-awareness."
"I pledge to create a support network for colleagues who are experiencing, or have had challenges with alcohol."
"I pledge to continue in my role as an Alumni mentor to Black students from my former university. Encouraging students to consider a role in HR/ Insurance through sharing my experiences and support during recruitment processes."
"I pledge to participate in the APAC Knowledge Exchange Program to support the diversity & inclusion commitment of Howden Group."