BRANCHVILLE, N.J., Feb. 22,
2023 /PRNewswire/ -- February is Insurance
Careers Month, a time to celebrate the industry's positive
impact on society and the broad career opportunities it offers
nearly 3 million people in the United
States. The insurance industry depends on its diverse and
talented workforce to assess risk, ensure customers have
appropriate insurance coverages, and pay claims, helping customers
recover from loss. In addition to a wide range of skills and
abilities, insurance employees bring curiosity and a desire for new
skills that the industry's abundant career opportunities
provide.
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An informal survey of Selective Insurance employees revealed
that 42% had no prior insurance experience. We think this is the
case with many insurance job seekers. Individuals are as likely to
start working in insurance mid-career from other fields as they are
to join the industry directly from high school or college,
regardless of field of study. These new-to-the-industry employees
experience rich and rewarding career benefits, including:
1. Diverse Roles: In addition to traditional
underwriting, safety management, actuarial, and claims roles, the
industry employs professionals with specialties in finance,
marketing, human resources, IT, and legal. With this broad range of
roles, the insurance industry offers something for every type of
job seeker.
Tip: Contact an insurance firm to learn how
your experiences and interests translate to an
insurance position.
2. Professional Development Opportunities: In a recent
Conference Board survey, ninety-six percent of respondents said it
was "important" or "very important" to continuously develop their
work-related skills. Continuing education classes are regularly
available for insurance professionals, and Selective Insurance
provides in-person and virtual training, simulations, peer
coaching, and mentorship opportunities. Professional development
helps employees grow, learn, and thrive, preparing them for more
advanced positions or new areas of responsibility.
Tip: When interviewing for your next role,
ask about the company's professional development
program and consider how it can benefit your
career.
3. A Sense of Purpose: Insurance industry employees are
unsung heroes who can improve challenging situations. They provide
expertise ensuring that valuable assets like businesses, homes, and
vehicles are adequately insured. They also offer support and
guidance after an unexpected loss.
Tip: Consider insurance for a career if you
are passionate about helping to protect your local
community.
An insurance industry career offers unlimited job opportunities,
the chance to learn, grow, benefit from new experiences, make a
difference, and find fulfillment.
Learn about Selective's current job
opportunities or sign up for job alerts at
Selective.com.
About Selective Insurance
Selective Insurance Group, Inc. (Nasdaq: SIGI) is a holding
company for ten property and casualty insurance companies rated
"A+" (Superior) by AM Best. Through independent agents, the
insurance companies offer standard and specialty insurance for
commercial and personal risks and flood insurance through the
National Flood Insurance Program's Write Your Own Program.
Selective has been honored and awarded for its unique position as a
leading insurance group and employer of choice, including listing
in the Fortune 1000 and three consecutive years as a certified
Great Place to Work®. For more information about
Selective, visit www.Selective.com.
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