Insurance
Insurance plays a vital role in the financial and related professional services sector, providing individuals and businesses with protection against risks and unexpected losses.
From health and life cover to property, liability, and specialist insurance, the industry helps clients safeguard their future, manage uncertainty, and recover from unforeseen events.
What is insurance?
When working in insurance, your role can cover a broad range of opportunities, across personal, commercial, and corporate lines. At a foundational level, an insurance professional will:
Offer clear and accurate information about insurance policies and options available
Deliver professional guidance tailored to client needs, ensuring they select suitable coverage
Evaluate risk profiles, process applications, and determine policy terms
Assist clients with claims, renewals, and queries, maintaining a high level of service
What insurance job opportunities are there in Jersey?
Jersey is home to leading international insurers, brokers, and captive managers, providing services to both local and global clients. With its strong regulatory environment and international outlook, there are diverse career paths to choose from.
Roles can span:
- Personal insurance – home, motor, health, and life cover for individuals and families
- Commercial insurance – policies for local businesses, covering property, liability, and employees
- Captive insurance management – bespoke risk solutions for international corporations
- Reinsurance – providing cover for insurance companies themselves
- Specialist and niche lines – marine, aviation, cyber, or professional indemnity insurance.
Some of the common roles in Jersey’s insurance sector include:
- Insurance Underwriter
- Insurance Broker
- Claims Handler / Claims Adjuster
- Risk Manager
- Captive Insurance Specialist
- Compliance Officer
- Client Relationship Manager
What skills do you need?
Because the insurance sector is diverse, professional qualifications can differ depending on your chosen pathway.
Qualifications to consider include:
- Award for the Foundation Insurance Test (FIT)
- Certificate in Insurance
- Diploma in Insurance (Dip CII)
- Advanced Diploma in Insurance (ACII)
- Specialist certificates in areas such as Underwriting, Broking, and Claims
- Chartered status through the Chartered Insurance Institute (CII)
In addition to technical knowledge, employers in Jersey highlight the importance of strong transferable skills, such as:
- Clear communication and active listening skills
- Analytical ability to assess risks and interpret data
- Customer service skills to build trusted relationships
- Attention to detail and accuracy
- Integrity, resilience, and the ability to work under pressure