The results of the third quarter iteration of the 2019 U.S. Insurance Labor Outlook Study are now available. The study, led by The Jacobson Group and Aon, examines insurance industry labor and hiring trends. View this infographic for the highlights.
We’re excited to launch The Career Catalyst, our new blog aimed at providing insights on professional development topics for individuals at all levels of the insurance industry. Whether you’re embarking on a job search, looking to grow as a professional or getting ready to take the next step in your career, we hope to be ... Welcome to The Career Catalyst
CHICAGO – Succession planning is a vital component of a comprehensive talent strategy, yet many insurers are neglecting to make it a priority. Abbie Fleming, assistant vice president and managing director of The Jacobson Group, will discuss the importance of succession planning, as well as its best practices, at the Life Office Management Association’s Life ... Jacobson Emphasizes Importance of Succession Planning at LIC’s CEO Conference
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. Jacobson is the leading provider of talent to the insurance industry. The firm recognizes that ... The Jacobson Group Named in Business Insurance’s Annual Best Places to Work in Insurance List
Insurers are facing a challenging recruiting climate, driven by mass Baby Boomer retirements, a low unemployment rate and continued job growth. There are currently about 250,000 open roles in finance and insurance alone, and not enough qualified individuals to fill them. Insurers that have been operating with lean workforces or tackling unforeseen workloads will likely ... Getting Internal Buy-In for Temporary Talent
Professional development is essential in creating the leaders the insurance industry needs as today’s mass retirements continue. By taking a strategic approach, insurers can develop employees in ways that keep them engaged while also positioning their organizations for long-term success.
The results from our most recent Semi-Annual U.S. Insurance Labor Outlook Study are now available! The study, conducted by The Jacobson Group and Aon plc, uncovers revenue and hiring trends within the insurance industry. We are highlighting key data points from the Q3 2019 results, and you can download the full results summary, webinar and ... Insurance Industry Growth Leads to Competitive Labor Market
CHICAGO– According to the latest iteration of the Semi-Annual U.S. Insurance Labor Outlook Study conducted by The Jacobson Group and Aon plc, 62 percent of companies polled intend to increase staff in the next 12 months. In addition, the Bureau of Labor Statistics reports the unemployment rate for the insurance industry is 1.6 percent. This ... Insurance Labor Study Indicates Challenging Recruitment Environment
As the insurance industry adopts new technologies and undergoes modernization efforts, accounting and finance departments have much to gain. Automation is allowing for reduced processing times, increased efficiency and higher service levels. More redundant tasks within bookkeeping and data entry are being taken over by artificial intelligence, and machine learning is identifying patterns and streamlining ... Humanizing Accounting and Finance Modernization
Published in the Insurance Journal The insurance industry is making strides in its diversity and inclusion efforts. By making it a priority, organizations can build innovative teams that will be successful in the future of work.
The 2020 healthcare open enrollment period is nearly here, slated to run from Nov. 1 to Dec. 15, 2019, with Medicare open enrollment from Oct. 15 to Dec. 7. As you know, with this seasonal spike in enrollment comes a much heavier workload. How can you best prepare for the influx to avoid staff burnout ... Preparing for Open Enrollment Now to Avoid Burnout Later
CHICAGO – The Jacobson Group and Aon will reveal the results of the Semi-Annual U.S. Insurance Labor Outlook Study in a complimentary webinar presentation on August 16, 2019, at 1:00 p.m. CDT. The study, which ran from July 16 through August 7, 2019, attracted participation from insurance carriers across the industry. The results highlight current ... Insurance Labor Outlook Study Results to be Revealed During Webinar