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The Jacobson Group Named in Business Insurance’s Annual Best Places to Work in Insurance List

CHICAGO – The Jacobson Group has been named in the annual Best Places to Work in Insurance program, which recognizes employers for their outstanding performance in establishing workplaces where employees can thrive, enjoy their work and help their companies grow. Providing culture and growth opportunities that distinguish the organization as an employer of choice is ... The Jacobson Group Named in Business Insurance’s Annual Best Places to Work in Insurance List


Recruiting Amid the “Great Realignment”

The insurance labor market continues to evolve. Insurers are undergoing a realignment, as they establish how their businesses will operate long-term, following the disruption of the pandemic. At the same time, the talent shortage persists and an already challenging recruiting climate is compounded by shifting employee expectations, hybrid environments and reestablished priorities. It’s necessary for ... Recruiting Amid the “Great Realignment”



Insurers Anticipate Staffing Increase Over the Next Year Despite Recruiting Difficulty: The Jacobson Group

Published in Insurance Journal: Amid one of the most competitive labor markets the insurance industry has ever seen, talent is a top priority for most leaders. Although recruiting difficulty remains at its highest point, the majority of insurers are still planning to add to their teams in the next year. Read this article to explore ... Insurers Anticipate Staffing Increase Over the Next Year Despite Recruiting Difficulty: The Jacobson Group


Q3 2022 U.S. Insurance Labor Market Study Results

The Jacobson Group and Aon-Ward conducted a study to investigate hiring trends within the insurance industry. The following presents the findings of an insurance labor survey conducted in the third quarter of 2022…


Insurance Labor Market Study Indicates Continued Growth Amid Recruiting Difficulty

CHICAGO – The latest iteration of the Semi-Annual U.S. Insurance Labor Market Study, conducted in part by The Jacobson Group, the leading provider of talent to the insurance industry, found 95% of respondents plan to increase or maintain their headcounts in the next 12 months. “The majority of insurers are planning to add to their ... Insurance Labor Market Study Indicates Continued Growth Amid Recruiting Difficulty


August 2022: Labor Market Pulse

Competition for talent continues, with job openings in finance and insurance reaching a record level of 401,000 in June*, surpassing January’s revised record of 376,000 (originally reported as 411,000) and contributing to an average level of 367,000 open roles for 2022 so far. Comparatively, the same timeframe in 2021 (January through June), saw an average ... August 2022: Labor Market Pulse



Effective Leadership Development in an Evolving Climate

In today’s business climate, an organization’s vitality rests upon its leaders’ ability to evolve, rise to meet new stakeholder demands, and navigate shifting challenges and priorities. However, traditional career development plans have placed strong emphasis on an employee’s technical skills, overlooking the interpersonal and leadership skills that are necessary for success. As insurers respond to ... Effective Leadership Development in an Evolving Climate


Compass 15.3: Recruiting Redefined: Staying Competitive Amid Realignment

This quarter’s Compass feature article explores best practices for refining the candidate experience and attracting top talent in the evolving employment landscape. The newsletter also includes an overview of the industry’s current labor market and recent executive-level job changes.    


July 2022: Labor Market Pulse

While insurance unemployment continued to rise in June, the industry has added nearly 30,000 jobs since the start of the year. Within the larger finance and insurance category, job openings remain elevated amid a challenging recruiting climate. Additionally, pay continues to be relatively high for carriers although overall wage growth appears slightly slowed. We’re continuing ... July 2022: Labor Market Pulse