Careers in Insurance – Uncovering the Reality and Experience of “Falling Into Insurance”

Presenter: Katrina Shanks, CEO – ANZIIF
This webinar presents the key findings from ANZIIF’s 2024 Corporate Supporter Research, a large-scale study surveying over 1,400 insurance professionals across Australia, New Zealand, and other regions. The research explores how individuals enter the insurance industry, what influences their decision to stay, and how they perceive their careers and the industry overall.
The session will delve into the long-held notion that many professionals “fall into” insurance, unpacking generational differences, career motivations, and professional development needs. Through both quantitative and qualitative insights, the webinar will reveal how visibility, career pathways, and learning opportunities shape satisfaction and retention within the profession.
Participants will gain an evidence-based understanding of the insurance career journey—from attraction to advancement—and actionable strategies to strengthen talent engagement and retention across all career stages.
Learning Objectives:
- Understand the key findings of ANZIIF’s 2024 Corporate Supporter Research and their implications for the insurance workforce.
- Identify the main factors influencing entry, retention, and career satisfaction within the insurance industry.
- Recognise generational differences in motivations, professional development needs, and career perceptions.
- Apply insights to develop strategies that improve attraction, engagement, and career progression for insurance professionals.
- Evaluate how increased industry visibility and structured career pathways can strengthen long-term workforce sustainability.
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