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We’re proud to share that five QBE colleagues have been shortlisted for the 2025 UK Women in Insurance Awards! These awards recognise the outstanding achievements of women across the insurance sector, and we’re delighted to see the contributions of our nominees acknowledged at an industry level. Congratulations to: Anne Pellerin – Actuary of the Year (QBE Re) Debbi Wood– Claims Professional of the Year (QBE Re) Alexandra Smith – Insurance Lawyer of the Year Kimberley Hallam, ACII – Insurance Woman of the Year (Large Firms) Alex Kent– Unsung Hero Award – Insurer/MGA The ceremony takes place on Thursday 23 October, offering a platform to recognise progress and continue the conversation around diversity in our industry. Find out more and view the full list of nominees here: https://lnkd.in/eG_TRBHZ #QBE #WomenInInsuranceAwards

📋 Skills-building event at a management consulting firm 📋 Last Friday, I had the opportunity to attend a skills-building event hosted by Baringa in partnership with The Brokerage. During the day, I participated in numerous engaging activities designed to develop the skills necessary for success in applications and the workplace. Since every session was split into a theory and an application section, I was able to apply all the knowledge given with immediate feedback. The first session focused on understanding how to succeed in a group exercise (a common component in many assessment centres during the hiring process). We were then tasked with observing a mock group exercise take place, analysing how each candidate approached the task and contributed to the team's performance. The next three sessions consisted of workshops on CV writing, interview skills, and personal branding. Each session provided tailored 1-to-1 or 1-to-2 support, which made all of these activities highly practical and productive. The final sessions provided me with the unique experience of being able to enter and use Baringa's professional media room. As an extension to the personal branding session, I was recorded rehearsing a personal introduction (similar to an 'elevator pitch'). This promoted confidence in my communication skills and helped me refine my delivery - highly valuable in future interviews and networking. After all the sessions were completed, a networking lunch was held, where I had the opportunity to meet multiple professionals to discuss their roles and the consulting industry. This experience was highly valuable, not only to improve my personal skills but also to learn more about the opportunities offered within the company and industry. I would like to thank everyone involved with organising and putting this event together at Baringa and The Brokerage. #Consulting #Baringa #SkillsBuilding #Networking

What is your best memory from the Graduate Engineering Engagement Programme (GEEP)? Today, we are asking GEEP alumni to revisit their best moments from the last decade, as we celebrate 10 years of the programme with an exclusive event at the Institution of Engineering and Technology (IET). With GEEP alumni, industry partners and stakeholders joining us for the occasion, we are delighted to be able to mark this special milestone with the people who made it possible. GEEP is an award-winning programme designed to make the engineering profession more diverse and inclusive. It aims to increase the transition of engineering graduates from diverse backgrounds into engineering employment. Over the last 10 years, more than 1800 students from over 70 universities have taken part in the programme. Of the students involved in GEEP, 30% are women and over 90% are from Black, Asian and minority ethnic backgrounds. Are you GEEP alumni or a GEEP industry partner? In the comments, let us know your memories and career highlights from being on the GEEP programme. To learn more and to get involved, visit: https://lnkd.in/ef4hE2RC #10YearsOfGEEP #EngDiversity #EngineeringLeaders [ALT TEXT: Photos of guests taken at the GEEP 10th anniversary event]