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 23,000 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.

Title: Associate Broker

Location: Hybrid in Dallas, TX

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 mind-set, and our strength lies in our ability to collaborate as a powerful international team comprised of 20,000 employees spanning over 100 countries.

Our people are our biggest asset as well as our largest shareholder group and are everything that makes us unique; our inclusive culture, the quality service we offer our clients, and our continued growth, all come from our people-first approach. There’s no such thing as individual success. We all need to play our part, contributing our skills and experience to make a true difference. That’s Howden.

Why work at Howden?

We have always been employee-owned and driven by entrepreneurial spirit. Right from the beginning, we've focused on employing talented individuals and empowering them to make a real difference to the company, whilst building successful and fulfilling careers at the same time. Simply put, we hire talented specialists and give them what they need to make a difference for clients.

Always have, always will.

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 disappointed head- hunters for years. Whatever your priorities – work/life balance, career progression, sustainability, volunteering – you’ll find like-minded people driving change at Howden.

What is the role?

The Associate Broker plays a key role in supporting the placement, analysis, and servicing of complex insurance programs. Based in Dallas in a hybrid work environment, this position is ideal for someone who enjoys working with data, collaborating across teams, and building relationships within the insurance marketplace. You’ll contribute to both client service and business development efforts while developing the technical expertise needed to advance in a brokerage career.

What will you be doing?

• Analysis and Data Management: Analyze insurance data and loss history to identify risks and potential improvements.

• Data Summarization: Create loss runs, loss stratifications, and loss analysis.

• Analytics: Assist in building an analytics platform, which would include entering pertinent data into systems.

• Policy Support: Assist with insurance program administration, including renewals, managing endorsements, and policy checks.

• Compliance and Contracts: Review contracts for insurance requirements.

• Presentations: Prepare renewal strategy meeting and renewal proposal presentations.

• Business Development: Assist in new business development by researching prospects and helping develop RFP deliverables.

• Collaboration: Work with teams to implement cost-effective insurance solutions and provide expertise on various insurance matters.

• Relationships: Develop relationships with key insurance markets, wholesalers, and clients.

• Pursue and attain recognized industry designation, such as CIC, ARM, or CPCU.

What are we looking for?

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in business, Finance, Risk Management, Economics, or a related field

• 1–3 years of experience in insurance, brokerage, risk management, or a data driven analytical role (internships included)

• Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret loss data, identify trends, and communicate insights

• High attention to detail and strong organizational skills, especially when managing multiple projects and deadlines

• Proficiency in Excel and other data analysis tools; experience with analytics platforms is a plus

• Strong written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to prepare presentations

• Ability to collaborate effectively with internal teams, carriers, wholesalers, and clients

Compensation and Benefits

The expected base salary range for this role is $65,000 - $80,000; actual base salary will be determined based on factors including candidate experience and work location. This role is classified as non-exempt under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA).

In addition to a competitive base salary, employees are eligible to receive a discretionary bonus. Howden also offers a variety of benefits and programs, subject to eligibility, including:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance, including healthcare savings and reimbursement accounts

• 401(k) retirement plan

• Flexible Paid Time Off and paid parental leave

• Life and Disability insurance

Our sustainability promise

We’re on a life-long journey to become an ever-more sustainable group. It's a commitment to taking care of our people and the world we live in, to doing good business, and to making a positive impact wherever we can. Our governance processes, company policies, and review systems are all geared towards our goal of making a positive impact in the world. You can read more about our sustainability work here.

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.