Data Business Partner

Who are we?

Howden is a collective – a group of talented and passionate people all around the world. Together, we have pushed the boundaries of insurance. We are united by a shared passion and no-limits mindset, and our strength lies in our ability to collaborate as a powerful international team comprised of 18,000 employees spanning over 100 countries.

People join Howden for many different reasons, but they stay for the same one: our culture. It’s what sets us apart, and the reason our employees have been turning down headhunters for years. Whatever your priorities – work / life balance, career progression, sustainability, volunteering – you’ll find like-minded people driving change at Howden.

What is the role?

Howden is seeking a Data Business Partner to play a key role in aligning our data workstreams with our wider group data strategy. This role is ideal for someone with an insurance background—particularly those who have worked in a client-facing capacity, such as an ex-broker—who is keen to transition into a role focused on commercial data insights.

In this role, you will build strong and trusted relationships across our broking and functional support divisions globally. Acting as the main point of contact, you will translate business needs into data-driven solutions, ensuring our clients maximise the value of our data products. While no technical expertise is required, a willingness to learn basic tools like Power BI will be important.

Please note that this is a full-time, permanent role based in our London head office. Following a hybrid work pattern, you are expected to be onsite 3-4 days per week on average.

What will you be doing?

• Act as the primary liaison for commercial data insights, ensuring data solutions align with client needs.

• Manage the delivery of data-driven services, including carrier engagement insights, dashboards, and trading platforms.

• Work closely with internal teams to translate client requirements into actionable data solutions.

• Provide comprehensive data analysis and develop reports/presentations to support key projects.

• Assist in outlining data solution options, making recommendations that align with business objectives.

• Identify and mitigate risks related to data initiatives.

• Stay informed about industry trends, competitor activity, and emerging opportunities.

• Support the creation of business proposals based on client and market needs.

What are we looking for?

• Experience in a similar role or a client-facing role within the insurance sector (e.g., broking, underwriting, or account management).

• Strong understanding of London Market operations (Lloyd’s, IUA, LPSO, LPC, etc.).

• Ability to translate business needs into commercial data insights.

• Strong interpersonal skills with a consultative, collaborative approach.

• Highly organised with strong planning, prioritisation, and time management skills.

• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint; willingness to learn basic tools like Power BI.

What do we offer in return?

A career that you define. At Howden, we value diversity – there is no one Howden type. Instead, we’re looking for individuals who share the same values as us:

• Our successes have all come from someone brave enough to try something new

• We support each other in the small everyday moments and the bigger challenges

• We are determined to make a positive difference at work and beyond

Reasonable adjustments

We're committed to providing reasonable accommodations at Howden to ensure that our positions align well with your needs.  Besides the usual adjustments such as software, IT, and office setups, we can also accommodate other changes such as flexible hours* or hybrid working*.

If you're excited by this role but have some doubts about whether it’s the right fit for you, send us your application – if your profile fits the role’s criteria, we will be in touch to assist in helping to get you set up with any reasonable adjustments you may require.

*Not all positions can accommodate changes to working hours or locations. Reach out to your Recruitment Partner if you want to know more.

Permanent