Fiona Robertson, Editor, Insurance Insider

Ben Reid, Partner and Specialty Insurance Leader, EY

• The role of mentorship in re-skilling and confidence-building.
• Structured programs to guide returnees into managerial roles
• Supporting those returning from extended career breaks including maternity leave, medical leave and caregiving.
• Balancing flexibility with professional growth.

Moderator: Fiona Robertson, Editor, Insurance Insider 

Speakers:

• Jo Browning, Chief People Officer, Markel
• Julianne Miles MBE, Author of Return Journey, Co-Founder and Executive Chair, Career Returners
• Angela Dawes, Partner, EY
• Alice Kaye, Head of Reinsurance, Inigo

• Recruitment channels: Where and how to find second-career professionals focusing on the links between community and corporate institutions.
• The role of partnerships with universities, job boards, and other channels
• Designing inclusive hiring processes for career changes.
• Showcasing success stories from second-career professionals in insurance

Moderator: Fiona Robertson, Editor, Insurance Insider 

Speakers:  

William Gallimore, Managing Director, HFG 

Cristina Galindo, Director, Sustainability Talent 

Farris Salah, Head of Smart Follow, Apollo 

Wrap up the morning with more opportunities to connect and continue the conversation. This is a great chance to network with peers, share insights and personal experiences, and build meaningful relationships with fellow professionals across the insurance industry.