About Howden

From the beginning, we committed to independence

We've grown from just three people in a tiny London office to one of the biggest insurance brokers on the world stage. How did we do it? With a bold independent spirit, and a culture where everyone believes in four key principles.

We are proud of our unique culture, where everyone is personally invested in their clients’ success. This energised, empowered working atmosphere attracts and retains the very best talent in the insurance industry. 

Howden in Indonesia

We have been serving our clients in Indonesia since 1991 – first as Ultramas and then, since 2012, as Howden Indonesia. We provide solutions in risk management, insurance broking, consulting, and specialist risk for corporate and individual clients.  

We are proud to have developed tools to help our clients get the cover they need at the best price. Our Facilities tools help our clients find the personal insurance cover they need quickly and easily. Whether they are looking for Home and contents insurance, Motor, or Travel our easy-to-use tools find the best cover on the market in minutes. 

Employee ownership at our heart 

Howden employees all over the world are shareholders in the Group, and the plan is to increase that number as we grow together.   

While we are backed by patient, long-term investment capital, employees will always remain the largest shareholder group.

This has a noticeable effect on the culture.  

At Howden, everyone has a voice. Ideas are embraced, effort gets rewarded and meritocracy is real. All in an environment where people enjoy their work and have fun.  

We foster an environment where people feel valued and cared for, and enjoy rising to every new challenge. 

Empowered to serve you  

The experience we give our clients is everything to us. Our success comes from valuing every client and working to build relationships for the long term.  

This is only possible because of our employee ownership model and sustainable capital. No one is thinking short term.  

We can be completely client-focused because those who are closest to our clients make the decisions.   

We have a noticeably flat hierarchy for a global organisation of such size and scope, and most senior leaders still have hands-on involvement in placing risks.   

Wherever you do business, you’ll be supported by vast experience and deep-rooted local understanding. Our advice in local markets comes from people who live and breathe them.