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A Career in Insurance: Supporting Growth and Innovation 

By Janet Wright, Underwriting Supervisor at GJW Direct On paper, insurance might not be the most glamorous of industries. But, through providing a reliable safety net for businesses and individuals of all backgrounds, insurance providers act as an essential catalyst to growth and innovation.   If you have a mind for details, strong communication skills and a natural ability to connect with people, you could thrive in …

Underwriting, risk and exams: your introduction to insurance

By Daniella Dutton, Employability Officer, Careers and Employability Service From your iPod to your life, and the damaged houses from the Somerset floods to Mariah Carey’s legs, it seems that anything can be insured and there’s a diverse sector to handle such a wide range of insurance areas. Want to know more about this expansive …