Right from the beginning, we committed to independence.

In only 25 years, we grew from just three people in a tiny 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 Singapore

We are the third-largest insurance broker in Singapore, providing comprehensive risk solutions to many of Singapore’s flagship companies.

They tell us our teams stand out in terms of specialist knowledge, creative problem solving, claims expertise and fastidious but friendly service.

Our focus on developing flexible and innovative client solutions, claims advocacy and distinctive People First culture gained us recognition as Insurance Asia News’ Broker of the Year in 2019*.

Howden fast facts

• Founded in London, UK in 1994, we’re now the largest international insurance broker headquartered outside the USA
• We’re a truly multinational business, bringing you specialist advice in over 90 territories 
• Our steadfast commitment to independence gives our people the freedom to deliver for clients 
• You get all the benefits of working with a large global broker, combined with the speedy innovation and local know-how of a small independent
• We put People First: we value and look after our employees. We like to see people thrive.

Employee ownership at our heart

Around 800 of Howden Group employees are shareholders, with a plan in place to increase that number; by 2020, we aim for 1 in 3 employees worldwide to own shares.  

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. 

For more details about how we operate, view our terms of business agreement.

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