High Net-Worth Insurance Apprenticeship Programme 2027
Please read before submitting: You may only apply to one apprenticeship programme for our 2027 intake. Submitting duplicate applications will result in them not being considered.
Location: Amersham
Duration: You’ll join us in a permanent role from day one while completing an 18-month development programme
Structure: You’re expected to work in the office at least 4-5 days per week and must live within a commutable distance
High Net-Worth Insurance Apprenticeship Programme
Help Protect Luxury Homes, High-performance Cars and Other Valuable Assets
Ready to earn, learn and launch your career? This is more than your first job. You’ll gain real experience, work towards a recognised qualification and build skills that will shape your future.
Our Private Clients team helps high net-worth individuals protect some of their most valuable possessions. From luxury homes and high-performance vehicles to unique and high-value assets, the team works closely with clients to understand their needs and arrange tailored insurance solutions.
Join our energetic and high-performing team and learn how to build trusted client relationships, provide an exceptional service and help people protect the things that matter most to them. You’ll gain hands-on experience across high net-worth motor and home insurance while working alongside experienced colleagues, insurers and underwriters.
You will join Howden on a permanent role and complete an 18-month development programme designed to develop your technical knowledge, professional skills and confidence to kick start your career.
What you’ll be doing?
You will begin with a structured induction before joining our Private Clients team, where you will work alongside experienced colleagues and gradually take on more responsibility.
During the programme, you’ll:
- Learn the foundations of high net-worth motor and home insurance, and how an Account Handler supports clients.
- Build your confidence speaking with clients and understanding their individual insurance needs.
- Help the team manage communications with insurers and underwriters to find appropriate insurance solutions for clients.
- Learn how to manage client enquiries and provide clear, accurate information.
- Learn how amendments to insurance policies are managed as well as the policy renewals process.
- Develop strong relationships and provide a professional and personal service.
- Support with maintaining accurate and up-to-date client records.
Who are we looking for?
No insurance experience is needed; we’ll teach you everything you need to know!
You’ll be:
- A confident communicator who enjoys speaking with different people.
- Able to build rapport and develop trusted relationships.
- Passionate about delivering an excellent service to clients.
- Resilient and comfortable working in a fast-paced environment.
- Organised and able to manage several tasks at the same time.
- Positive, enthusiastic and willing to get involved.
- Motivated by goals and keen to build a long-term career.
- Comfortable working with clients who may have high expectations.
To be eligible for our apprenticeship, you must:
- Have the full and unrestricted right to work in the UK.
- Have lived permanently in the UK for the last 3 years.
- Have achieved a grade C/4 in GCSE English and Maths.
- Not already hold a qualification that significantly overlaps with the content of this apprenticeship.
Application process
Our application process is designed to help you show your potential, not to test what you already know!
- Online application form – no CV required: We believe you’re more than just a document, so we won’t ask you to submit a CV. Please upload a blank document on the application form.
- Online gamified assessment: We’ve created games that will help us understand your natural strengths and how you approach different situations. There are no right or wrong answers. You can complete this stage on your phone or laptop, whichever suits you best!
- 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.
- Assessment centre: Our final stage is an in-person assessment centre at one of our offices. You’ll take part in some fun group activities and meet our team in a relaxed setting. This day is all about getting to know you better and for you to see what it’s like to be part of Howden and experience our culture. We’ll cover all your travel costs for this day, because where you are now, shouldn’t hold back your future!
Why should you apply?
At Howden, people are at the heart of everything we do. As an employee-owned business, we believe success is built through collaboration, learning and supporting one another. You’ll gain exposure to an exciting global industry, receive structured development throughout the summer and build relationships that could shape your future career.
You’ll also benefit from:
- £23,000 and a generous pension scheme.
- Completing fully funded professional qualifications relevant for your role.
- Structured learning and development through our 18-month apprenticeship development programme.
- 25 days’ annual leave, plus bank holidays.
- Access to discounted personal health policies, wellbeing support and a range of employee benefits and insurance products.
You can also follow our TikTok accounts, @earlycareersjo and @millieinsurancecareers, for behind-the-scenes insights into life at Howden, career advice, and application tips from our Early Careers team.
Please read before submitting: You may only apply to one apprenticeship programme for our 2027 intake. Submitting duplicate applications will result in additional applications not being considered.
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