“The survey results show revenue growth predictions dropping to their lowest rate in three years,” says Gregory P. Jacobson, co-chief executive officer of Jacobson. “Despite this drop, staffing predictions are at their second highest rate since the economic downturn. The industry is clearly focused on filling positions and growing staff. The result is an increasingly competitive labor market.”
The study found that organizations are experiencing increased difficulty in recruiting for most positions. Though product line has a significant impact on the ease of filling positions, companies responded that most roles remain at least moderately difficult to fill.
Some additional key findings include:
For more highlights, download the full insurance labor market study results summary. For commentary, view the recorded webcast.
The Insurance Labor Outlook Study has been conducted semi-annually since July 2009. Collecting revenue and hiring projections from organizations across all sectors of the industry, the survey provides a valuable look at the labor market outlook and hiring trends.
The study’s next iteration will occur in January 2016. For details on how to participate, contact Vince Albers of Ward Group at [email protected].
About The Jacobson Group:
The Jacobson Group is the leading global provider of insurance talent. For more than 40 years, we have been connecting insurance organizations with professionals from the board room to the back room on both a permanent and temporary basis. We offer a variety of solutions including executive search, professional recruiting, emerging talent, RPO, temporary staffing, subject matter experts, and onsite and work-at-home operations support. Regardless of the need or situation, Jacobson is the insurance talent solution. Further information is available at jacobsononline.com.
About Ward Group®:
Ward Group is the recognized leader of benchmarking and best practices studies for insurance companies. The firm analyzes staff levels, compensation, business practices and expenses for all areas of company operations and helps insurers measure results, optimize performance and improve profitability. For more information about Ward Group, visit www.wardinc.com.
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Nicole M. St.Martin, Vice President and Marketing Communications Director
+1 (312) 884-0491
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Ward Group
Vince Albers, Senior Analyst
+1 (513) 746-2422
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