After years of shifts in the insurance labor market, we’re experiencing a more stable—yet still challenging—talent landscape in 2025. The industry’s unemployment rate sits at just 2.5%, notably lower than the national rate of 4.1%. Not surprisingly, in our conversations with hiring managers, we continue to hear the same thing: finding top performers remains difficult, ... Recruiter Report: Finding the “Perfect” Candidate
Carrier Management highlights that insurance carriers expecting to add staff in 2025 are largely looking for experienced professionals rather than filling entry level roles, according to the latest Insurance Labor Market Study from Jacobson Group and Aon.
Rounding out the first quarter of 2025, the latest numbers show continued stability in the insurance labor market. Consistent with past years, unemployment dropped back down to 2.5 (less than half a point from 2024’s overall average). At the same time, total employment was up both month-over-month and year-over-year in January. According to our Q1 ... March 2025: Labor Market PULSE
The insurance industry is poised for a promising year ahead, with 88% of insurers planning to either maintain or increase their staff levels in 2025. A new Risk & Insurance article discusses more talent findings from the latest U.S. Insurance Labor market Survey by The Jacobson Group and Aon.
Our Q1 2025 Insurance Labor Market Study, conducted in partnership with Aon, reflects stability and growth for the coming year. Below, we share a few of the study’s highlights and carriers’ plans for 2025.
CHICAGO – The latest iteration of the Semi-Annual U.S. Insurance Labor Market Study, conducted by The Jacobson Group, the leading provider of talent to the insurance industry, and Aon plc (NYSE: AON), a leading global professional services firm, found 88% of respondents intend to increase or maintain staff size in 2025. “Employment expectations remain relatively ... Q1 2025 Insurance Labor Market Study Results Reflect Ongoing Stability
Throughout this 10th annual Insurance Careers Month, we’ve seen members of our industry come together to share their stories and showcase the many paths to a rewarding, purpose-driven career in insurance. Whether you’re starting your career journey or considering a change, we hope you’ll discover the many ways your unique skills and interests can contribute to ... ICM 2025: Why Choose a Career in Insurance
The topic of AI is virtually impossible to avoid in today’s business climate. However, while it may seem like all organizations have started using various AI technologies, about 75% of companies are still in the exploratory or proof of concept stage, and just 4% of companies say they are creating substantial value from their AI ... 4 Essential Questions for Successful AI Implementation
Carrier Management highlighted the findings from The Jacobson Group and Aon’s Q1 2025 Insurance Labor Market Study, sharing that there is a big gap between the percentage of carriers expecting to boost top lines and those anticipating staff growth.
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The Jacobson Group and Aon – STG Performance Benchmarking conducted a study to investigate hiring trends within the insurance industry.
Along with building a bench of talent as seasoned professionals reach retirement, there are a number of benefits to welcoming young professionals and new graduates with open arms. However, similar to when their predecessors – the Millennials – entered the workforce, members of Generation Z (those born between 1997 and 2012) are often quickly labeled, ... The Facts About Gen Z