Acorn Group has called on insurers across the North West to strengthen engagement with universities to help build the next generation of insurance professionals.
Speaking to Insurance Post, Acorn Group Chief Operating Officer Danny Keating highlighted the opportunity for insurers to work more closely with higher education institutions to raise awareness of careers in the industry and create clearer pathways for graduates entering the sector.
The insurance industry continues to face increasing competition for skilled talent, particularly in areas such as technology, data and analytics. Strengthening relationships with universities can help insurers introduce students to the breadth of opportunities available in modern insurance and support the development of a strong regional talent pipeline. Industry commentators have noted that insurers must modernise recruitment and build stronger talent strategies to attract future employees with digital and technical skills.
Danny Keating, Chief Operating Officer at Acorn Group, said:
“Insurance offers a huge variety of careers, from data science and technology through to customer experience and operations. By engaging with universities and students earlier, we can help more people understand the opportunities our sector provides and encourage the next generation of talent to build their careers in insurance.”
Acorn Group believes that closer collaboration between insurers and universities across the North West will play an important role in ensuring the industry continues to develop the skills, diversity and expertise required for the future.
As featured in Insurance Post – North West insurers urged to step up university talent efforts, which highlights the opportunity for insurers in the region to deepen engagement with universities and support the development of future industry talent.
