Human Resources Apprenticeship Programme 2027 - Milton Keynes

Who are we?

Howden is a global insurance group with employee ownership at its heart. 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 24,000 employees spanning over 56 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.

Human Resources Apprenticeship Programme 2027

Please read before submitting: You may only apply to one apprenticeship programme for our 2027 intake. Submitting duplicate applications will result in them not being considered.

Location: Milton Keynes

Start date: September 2027

You will begin with a structured induction before joining our HR team, where you will work alongside experienced colleagues and gradually take on more responsibility.

Who are we looking for?

No insurance experience is needed; we’ll teach you everything you need to know!

To be eligible for our apprenticeship, you must:

Application process

Our application process is designed to help you show your potential, not to test what you already know!

Why should you apply?

At Howden, people are at the heart of everything we do. As an employee-owned business, we believe success is built through collaboration, learning and supporting one another. You'll gain exposure to an exciting global industry, receive structured development throughout the summer and build relationships that could shape your future career.

Ready to apply?

Want to know what life at Howden is really like? Visit our Early Careers hub to explore our culture, learn more about the insurance industry, and get practical tips to help you prepare for our recruitment process. It's also a great way to work out which career path suits you best.

You can also follow our TikTok accounts, @earlycareersjo and @millieinsurancecareers, for behind-the-scenes insights into life at Howden, career advice, and application tips from our Early Careers team.

Please read before submitting: You may only apply to one apprenticeship programme for our 2027 intake. Submitting duplicate applications will result in additional applications not being considered.

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Duration: You'll join us in a permanent role from day one while completing an 18-month development programme

Structure: You’re expected to work in the office at least 3 days per week and must live within a commutable distance

Qualification: Level 3 HR apprenticeship

Human Resources Apprenticeship

Empower People, Solve Problems and Help Create a Great Place to Work

Ready to earn, learn and launch your career? This is more than your first job. You’ll gain real experience, work towards a recognised Level 3 HR qualification and build skills that will shape your future.

If you're curious about how people are supported throughout their careers and enjoy helping others, this could be the perfect first step into a rewarding profession. Join our Human Resources team and learn how we support colleagues, solve problems and help create a positive employee experience.

Our Human Resources team plays a key role in making Howden a great place to work. We support colleagues across the UK and Ireland with everything from welcoming new joiners to supporting managers and employees with questions about work, wellbeing and development.

You’ll join Howden on a permanent role and complete an 18-month development programme designed to develop your technical knowledge, professional skills and confidence to kick start your career.

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:

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.

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