The Chartered Insurance Institute (CII) is calling for the next intake of participants for the New Generation Groups programme – a CII faculty initiative that supports the retention of talent and the development of tomorrow’s leaders.
The initiative aims to complement existing company talent programmes and give individuals additional exposure to market issues and tools to equip them for future leadership. There are four groups to choose from, depending upon specialism – Claims, London Market Insurance, Broking and Underwriting – and each group has the opportunity to make its mark on its sector of the profession by being involved in an industry project of their choosing.
Candidates also receive tailored training in leadership, political lobbying, regulation and dealing with the media.
Kate Alderman, ACII, assistant vice president global casualty, Lockton Companies, and member of the London Market group, commented: “The New Generation has been both an enjoyable and informative experience. As part of the London Market group I have had the opportunity to meet likeminded individuals from broking, underwriting and claims as we worked together on our project.
“The events that the CII has organised as part of this process have been excellent – starting with the motivational speaker, Alex Phillips, visiting the Houses of Parliament and meeting with the FSA. Each has been insightful, educational and provided with me with a better understanding of how to bring about change.
“I would consider this programme extremely worthwhile for anyone that has real commitment to insurance as a career and intends to remain in the sector, as they can witness the changes that the new generation in our profession will drive forward.”
Ant Gould, director of faculties, commented: “After the success of last year’s New Generation programme, we are really looking forward to welcoming the next intake for 2012/13. The feedback we have received so far has been extremely positive, with participants commenting that the programme has enhanced their personal development by enabling them to gain new skills and meet new people, helping shape them into leaders of the future.”
The deadline for nominations is 3rd August 2012; for further information please contact crystal.hunt@cii.co.uk.
