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Insurance Labor Market Study Indicates Continued Growth Amid Recruiting Difficulty

CHICAGO – The latest iteration of the Semi-Annual U.S. Insurance Labor Market Study, conducted in part by The Jacobson Group, the leading provider of talent to the insurance industry, found 95% of respondents plan to increase or maintain their headcounts in the next 12 months. “The majority of insurers are planning to add to their ... Insurance Labor Market Study Indicates Continued Growth Amid Recruiting Difficulty

August 2022: Labor Market Pulse

Competition for talent continues, with job openings in finance and insurance reaching a record level of 401,000 in June*, surpassing January’s revised record of 376,000 (originally reported as 411,000) and contributing to an average level of 367,000 open roles for 2022 so far. Comparatively, the same timeframe in 2021 (January through June), saw an average ... August 2022: Labor Market Pulse

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Effective Leadership Development in an Evolving Climate

In today’s business climate, an organization’s vitality rests upon its leaders’ ability to evolve, rise to meet new stakeholder demands, and navigate shifting challenges and priorities. However, traditional career development plans have placed strong emphasis on an employee’s technical skills, overlooking the interpersonal and leadership skills that are necessary for success. As insurers respond to ... Effective Leadership Development in an Evolving Climate

Compass 15.3: Recruiting Redefined: Staying Competitive Amid Realignment

This quarter’s Compass feature article explores best practices for refining the candidate experience and attracting top talent in the evolving employment landscape. The newsletter also includes an overview of the industry’s current labor market and recent executive-level job changes.    

July 2022: Labor Market Pulse

While insurance unemployment continued to rise in June, the industry has added nearly 30,000 jobs since the start of the year. Within the larger finance and insurance category, job openings remain elevated amid a challenging recruiting climate. Additionally, pay continues to be relatively high for carriers although overall wage growth appears slightly slowed. We’re continuing ... July 2022: Labor Market Pulse

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Recruiter Report: Job Hopping

The market has shifted in the past few years and recruiters and hiring managers are evaluating how they approach recruitment in order to remain competitive. Our team regularly talks with insurance leaders from around the industry, granting us a unique perspective on pressing talent topics. In this edition of “Recruiter Report,” we’re discussing the stigma ... Recruiter Report: Job Hopping

Optimizing Your Contingent Labor Program in Today’s Economy

As the candidate’s market continues, insurers are adapting their talent plans to best meet the needs of their employees and customers. A low unemployment rate and high number of open insurance roles have given candidates the upper hand in terms of recruitment, with job seekers often receiving strong offers from multiple companies. As organizations recalibrate ... Optimizing Your Contingent Labor Program in Today’s Economy

Jacobson Employee Spotlight – Q2 2022

We’re proud of our employees at The Jacobson Group and know they are what fuels our success. This quarter we shine our Employee Spotlight on three dedicated individuals. Get to know them below. View previous editions of our Employee Spotlight here. For monthly Employee Spotlights, follow our Facebook page.   TONY CAÑAS Client Advisor, Insurtech, ... Jacobson Employee Spotlight – Q2 2022

June 2022: Labor Market Pulse

Industry unemployment remains low, and while May saw a decrease in employment compared to April, insurance has gained more than 17,000 new jobs since the start of 2022. Movement persists with both quits and job openings remaining high. As comfort levels increase, in-person conferences and networking events are picking up pace across all industry sectors, ... June 2022: Labor Market Pulse