Who are we?

Howden is a global insurance group with employee ownership at its heart. 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 24,000 employees spanning over 56 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.

Working at Howden Re

At Howden Re, we’re on a mission to do things differently. Our no silo approach, elite team, and clear focus on innovation and relentless execution means our clients are at the heart of all we do.

As a big 4 global reinsurance broker, we deliberately avoid the one-size-fits-all approach, committing to creating bespoke solutions that address the unique challenges of a modern and dynamic marketplace. Our team is empowered to drive progress, creating opportunities for career and personal development, unlocking new value for clients, fostering long-term partnerships, and using the collective power of Howden to change how the world sees risk and insurance.

When you join Howden Re, you become part of a vibrant and entrepreneurial workplace culture that prioritises collaboration, ownership, and shared success. Here, your contributions will directly impact our mission to be the global partner of choice in reinsurance and strategic advisory.

Be a part of Howden Re's exciting journey. Together, we are shaping the future of reinsurance.

The Role

The Binding Authority Technician will provide technical and administrative support within the Binding Authority Operations team. Working as part of a specialist Binders unit, the role supports broking and operational colleagues in delivering high‑quality servicing to Coverholders and Underwriters.

This is an entry‑level position and is ideal for someone starting a career in insurance. Full training will be provided. Over time, the role holder will develop the skills and knowledge required to manage Binding Authority servicing activities, including contract preparation, Coverholder compliance, bordereaux processing, and support of internal broking operations.

What you’ll be doing

• Supporting the team with day‑to‑day servicing of Binding Authorities

• Learning how to process premium and claims bordereaux

• Maintaining accurate records and data across internal systems

• Assisting with contract preparation, compliance checks and mid‑term adjustments

• Communicating with Underwriters, Coverholders and internal teams

• Helping with renewals and operational tasks across the business

What we’re looking for

• Strong attention to detail and good organisational skills

• A proactive, positive approach and willingness to learn

• Confident communication skills

• Ability to work well in a team and manage your time effectively

• Interest in developing a career in insurance (CII study support available)

What you’ll gain

• Full training in Binding Authority operations

• Exposure to the Lloyd’s market

• Professional development and support towards insurance qualifications

• Experience working with a high‑performing, collaborative team

Who this is ideal for

• School leavers or graduates

• Individuals with admin or customer‑facing experience looking to move into insurance

• Anyone seeking an entry point into the London Market

If you’re organised, curious, and ready to build a long‑term career in insurance, we’d love to hear from you.

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.