Howden consolidates several Birmingham offices

It brings together 120 insurance advisors

Howden consolidates several Birmingham offices

Insurance News

By Josh Recamara

Howden has consolidated multiple Birmingham offices into a central hub, bringing together more than 120 insurance advisors.  

The new office, located on Church Street in Birmingham’s business district, aligns with the company’s plans for expansion in the Midlands. 

The Birmingham office, it stated, will provide a range of insurance solutions, including personal insurance, business insurance, health insurance and employee benefits. It also specialises in sectors such as sports, rail infrastructure and gun trade insurance. Howden has expanded in Birmingham through organic growth and acquisitions, including those of Jobson James Rail and Guncover. 

The Birmingham office is also expected to host apprentices as part of its Early Careers Programme, providing opportunities for school and university leavers to get their first jobs. The location is within the business district and near Birmingham Snow Hill station. 

“Howden has an established network and strong relationships with clients and communities across the Midlands,” said Carl Shuker, chief executive officer of Howden UK&I Retail. “We’re committed to continuing our growth story by investing in our next chapter, which has brought colleagues together to form a city centre hub.” 

Meanwhile, John Cotton, leader of Birmingham City Council, lauded Howden’s decision to choose Birmingham as the location for its new office. “Birmingham has spearheaded the West Midlands’ evolution into the UK’s largest regional professional and financial services cluster, which saw a staggering 30% increase in growth over the last five years,” he said. 

“It’s brilliant that Howden is supporting this drive by choosing Birmingham as the base for its new city centre hub and is investing in the next generation of talent by supporting local people to develop rewarding careers within the insurance industry.” 

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