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What does an Underwriter actually do? [Infographic]
14/11/16 09:25 / by The Insurance Institute posted in Careers
What does a Claims Handler actually do? [Infographic]
01/11/16 10:00 / by The Insurance Institute posted in Careers
Insurance organisations employ people of many skills and backgrounds, all of whom are vital to the company's success. The roles available range from the traditional – underwriters, claims handlers, loss adjusters and sales personnel – to ancillary services like marketing, HR, accounting and IT.
Getting to know: Clare Grimes
18/10/16 09:14 / by The Insurance Institute posted in Careers, Women in Insurance
"Anything is possible" – Caitriona Somers
14/10/16 16:09 / by The Insurance Institute posted in Inspiring Leaders, Student Stories
Caitriona Somers has held multiple senior positions in the insurance industry. Here, she offers her advice on how to progress in your insurance career.
10 business writing tips [SlideShare]
14/10/16 12:33 / by The Insurance Institute posted in Careers, Industry Insights
Effective business writing is one of the most important skills you should develop, no matter what your job title is or how long you’ve been working. Whether you’re sending an email to your colleagues, generating a report or creating a new sales pitch, the ability to communicate effectively could be the difference between success and failure in your next business endeavour.
THINKPIECE: Why leaders lose their way
28/09/16 10:47 / by The Insurance Institute posted in Thinkpiece
Almost half of Irish business leaders would engage in potentially unethical actions to meet financial targets, according to a recent survey by EY. This startling statistic is consistent with another finding from a survey last year that company chiefs are among the professionals least trusted by the general public to tell the truth.
Key tips for starting your first job
14/09/16 12:33 / by The Insurance Institute posted in Careers
Starting your first job is an intimidating experience. Aside from learning the practical and technical side of the job you will be doing, companies will have specific rules and customs that you will need to become familiar with.
Food for thought: powering your brain at exam time
05/09/16 09:30 / by The Insurance Institute posted in Study and exams
We’re always looking for ways to achieve the best result possible in exams – whether that’s perfecting your study habits, creating a detailed study plan, asking for advice from mentors at work or getting up a half an hour early to fit in some revision. However, just as you are preparing your mind in the weeks before your exam, you also have to start preparing your body. Long exams are like mental marathons in which endurance is critical, and what you eat and drink can drastically affect your exam performance.
What is a personal brand and how do you build one?
23/08/16 09:00 / by The Insurance Institute posted in Careers
There are no two ways about it – today’s job market is extremely competitive. Achieving good grades and having experience may not be enough to get you hired; what’s important in addition to this is how you position yourself, your skills and your values to potential employers and the market at large. This is called building your personal brand.
It’s important to find your niche – what do you want to be known for in your industry? What reputation would you like to have? What is it about you that will get you noticed by potential employers?
Below are some handy tips on how you can begin to build your personal brand.
How to get a job in insurance
15/08/16 12:00 / by The Insurance Institute posted in Careers
Finding a job is never easy, no matter what sector you want to work in. From discovering the position you want to apply for, to securing an interview and closing the deal, there are a lot of steps to go through before you can find your dream job. That’s why we’ve put together this helpful guide on how to get a job in insurance – particularly if you’re starting out or changing careers.