“Life should always be interesting” – Sandra Harvey-Graham
06/03/17 09:00 / by The Insurance Institute posted in Inspiring Leaders
“You never know where opportunity is going to present itself” – Fiona Taylor, Irish Life
03/03/17 09:30 / by The Insurance Institute posted in Inspiring Leaders, Student Stories
For the next installment of our Inspiring Leaders series, Fiona Taylor, HR Business Partner Manager with Irish Life, talks about overcoming self-doubt and grasping every opportunity that presents itself.
Here's why employers are choosing to hire apprentices
02/02/17 16:33 / by The Insurance Institute posted in Careers
2016 was a landmark year for the insurance industry and the education sector – Ireland’s first honours degree-level apprenticeship launched and 67 apprentices started their careers in insurance.
Our 5 most popular blog posts of 2016
13/12/16 09:00 / by The Insurance Institute posted in The Insurance Institute
What does an Insurance Broker actually do? [Infographic]
05/12/16 09:56 / by The Insurance Institute posted in Careers
Our Careers in Insurance infographic series explains everything you need to know about some of the most fundamental roles in the industry. Next up – insurance broking.
Getting to know: Arlene O'Brien
22/11/16 09:00 / by The Insurance Institute posted in Careers, Women in Insurance
What does an Underwriter actually do? [Infographic]
14/11/16 09:25 / by The Insurance Institute posted in Careers
Our Careers in Insurance infographic series explains everything you need to know about some of the most fundamental roles in the industry. Next up – underwriting.
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.