CII – Discover Risk

Who are the Chartered Insurance Institute?

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The CII is the world’s largest professional body for risk, insurance and financial services.

We have more than 100,000 members in over 150 countries, and work with companies of all sizes to increase professionalism for the benefit of the business itself and consumers. These range from small businesses to multinational corporates.

How can the CII help me find a job?

Our Discover Risk website brings together the major sector employers in one interactive area. There are also links to job opportunities, interview tips and key sector news.

Our low-cost Discover membership level is exclusively for full-time students at UK universities. This gives you access to local and regional network events, so you can get a head start on your business relationships. It also plugs you in to market data and soft copies of member communications. Email discover@cii.co.uk for more.

What does a career in risk look like?

Broad! It covers different technical areas, from actuarial to underwriting, from broking to claims management. It is at the heart of everyday life and has a huge global presence.

You could find yourself on the other side of the world, negotiating with lawyers or doctors about their professional risks or advising local businesses on their risk exposure. No two days are the same. A career in our sector also lets you build expertise in key support functions like marketing, finance, HR or IT.

Our sector is open to graduates in any subject. The soft skills you have are more important than the subject studied and you gain your technical knowledge once in post.

What development opportunities are there?

Whatever route you decide to take, you will receive excellent support, structured learning and outstanding development opportunities. In many cases, completion of professional qualifications like the ACII will earn you a bonus on top of your increased salary.

What are the prospects?

Our profession remains strong. The sector’s understanding of risk has played a major part in this.

With experience and professional qualifications, you could soon find yourself playing a key role in the success of other business, while devloping your own. Ours is a meritocratic sector – if you’re good at what you do, you get on.

So, if you are after a career that can literally take you places, reward you for how good you are, and still give you time to have a life, discover the world of risk.