In the workplace
We are committed to creating a demanding yet rewarding environment that encourages dedicated individuals to outperform. We aspire to be the insurer that is best able to attract, train and retain talented people. Achieving this is fundamental to our financial and operational objectives and strategy.
The creation of this environment encourages dedicated individuals to outperform and focuses on:
- continuous training, development and learning
- empowering people and creating the freedom for them to take appropriate action to achieve their objectives
- encouraging people by providing a competitive remuneration and benefits package
- providing a first-class working environment.
Culture and policies
The Group considers itself to be an equal opportunities employer with policies and procedures free from discrimination in relation to all employment matters.
All employees are expected to treat each other with dignity and respect. Any form of harassment or bullying is not tolerated and staff are encouraged to report any such occurrences to management.
Our culture is centred on achievement: delivering on commitments and ensuring the same from others, managing risk actively to optimise reward, focusing efforts to maximise results and living a distinct ethos.
The Group’s policies on recruitment, learning and development and reward are continuously reviewed. They are designed to evolve whilst maintaining the objective of attracting and retaining high calibre personnel.
Management, leadership and development programmes
We operate a three-tier management development programme. This identifies and develops the next generation of leaders and embeds a consistent approach to management across the Group. We support the professional training needs of all employees that are agreed within an employee’s annual personal development plan.