Parental Leave Policies Across the London Insurance Market
Last year, we attended the Insider Progress Breakfast Briefing: Caregiving Today and Tomorrow, an event that aimed to start a conversation in the London Market around what it means to be a caregiver, and challenge assumptions around the support needed from employers. One of the key takeaways was that caregiving extends far beyond traditional definitions […]
Psychometric Assessment in Executive Search
In senior hiring, decisions are rarely made on technical capability alone. Leadership effectiveness is shaped by behaviour, values, judgement under pressure and the ability to operate within a specific organisational context. As executive roles become more complex, and the consequences of a “mis-hire” more significant, organisations are increasingly seeking tools that add rigour and depth […]
When to Call in retained Executive Search: Why Independent Firms Still Matter for Senior Hires
The growth and increasing capabilities of in‑house recruitment teams has been one of the most significant shifts in talent acquisition over the past decade. Early on, relationships between internal teams and external executive search firms were often adversarial, driven by budget protection and competing incentives. Today that dynamic has matured: commercially aware in‑house teams and […]
How to Position Yourself for Promotion
Positioning yourself for a promotion involves excelling in your current role and being ready to take on greater responsibility. For individuals aiming to secure a promotion, several key factors must be considered. Consistently delivering results can make a compelling case for advancement. Building strong relationships, and demonstrating leadership capabilities that are aligned with organisational goals […]