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.
Who are we?
Howden is a global insurance group that places people at the heart of everything it does, offering the best advice and care to clients around the world. Howden is employee-owned, which means decisions are made in the interests of clients and colleagues rather than external shareholders. With over 18,000 employees across more than 100 countries, Howden combines local expertise with the scale and resources of a global network. Howden’s success is built on the strength of its relationships, an entrepreneurial mindset, and a culture where employees share directly in the company’s achievements.
Why work at Howden?
At Howden, colleagues are encouraged to be themselves, to challenge convention, and to help shape the future of the business. Employee ownership means that everyone has a stake in Howden’s success, fostering a culture of collaboration, accountability, and long-term thinking. Howden invests in its people through structured development, mentorship, and the opportunity to work alongside industry-leading experts across a broad range of specialties. Howden is committed to building a diverse and inclusive environment where different perspectives are valued and everyone has the opportunity to thrive.
What is the role?
Howden is seeking an Environmental Associate Broker to support its Environmental practice. This role works alongside senior brokers and producers to place and manage environmental insurance programs for clients across industries including manufacturing, real estate, construction, energy, and waste management. The successful candidate will support new and renewal business through carrier marketing, policy analysis, and client service, while developing technical expertise in environmental risk and coverage.
What will you be doing?
Marketing and Placement
Prepare and submit marketing submissions to environmental carriers for new and renewal business, including pollution liability, contractor’s pollution liability, site pollution liability, and environmental impairment liability coverages
Support the negotiation of terms, conditions, and pricing with carrier partners
Review policy forms, endorsements, and quotes for accuracy and completeness
Account Management
Maintain and service an assigned book of environmental accounts, acting as a day-to-day point of contact for client inquiries
Prepare renewal strategies, exposure summaries, and coverage comparisons in coordination with senior brokers
Process policy changes, endorsements, and certificates of insurance
Relationship Management
Build and maintain working relationships with carrier underwriters in the environmental insurance market
Collaborate with claims, account management, and other internal teams to deliver a consistent client experience
Support client meetings and renewal presentations as needed
Technical Development
Develop and maintain working knowledge of environmental coverage lines, regulatory considerations (e.g., CERCLA, RCRA), and industry trends
Stay current on environmental market conditions, carrier appetite, and emerging risk areas
What are we looking for?
1-3 years of experience in insurance brokerage, underwriting, or a related environmental/risk management field
Familiarity with environmental insurance coverage lines is preferred but not required
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