Who are we?

Howden is a collective – a group of talented and passionate people all around the world. 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 18,000 employees spanning over 100 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.

The Role

The Contracts Administrator is responsible for providing administrative support to the Security & Counterparty team, particularly in relation to contract reviews and agency applications. This role involves maintaining business records, ensuring compliance with company policies, and supporting various projects.

What You'll Be Doing

Reviewing and assisting with contracts and agency applications.

Maintaining and updating business records.

Producing metrics and updating measures for effectiveness.

Managing assigned projects and contributing to other projects as required.

Providing relevant management information to senior management.

Developing technical expertise in Insurer Terms of Business Agreements.

Assisting with the completion of Agency/Intermediary questionnaires and on-boarding documents.

Gathering and utilizing information from company systems for monitoring security and counterparties.

Keeping informed of regulatory and legal changes impacting the role.

Responding appropriately to urgent issues as they arise.

Who We're Looking For

Experience in a legal or paralegal role. (Essential)

Experience working within the insurance industry. (Essential)

Strong written and oral communication skills.

Logical approach to problem-solving.

Self-motivated and able to work independently.

Active listening skills.

Analytical and problem-solving abilities.

Good planning, organization, and time management skills.

Ability to prioritize effectively.

Ability to articulate complex concepts simply.

Proficient keyboard skills.

Qualifications

Relevant qualifications in law or paralegal studies.

Training in company policies, processes, and procedures.

Up-to-date knowledge of regulatory and legal developments.

Compliance with all applicable legal, fiscal, and regulatory obligations.

Completion of relevant regulatory training.

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.

Permanent