Graduate / Broking Assistant – London

About Strategic Transfer Solutions (STS)

Strategic Transfer Solutions (STS) is a global insurance and reinsurance broker. We are innovative, dynamic, and focused on delivering tailored risk transfer solutions to meet the increasingly complex needs of our clients.

Our approach combines technical expertise, market access, and a forward-looking perspective, ensuring we support not only today’s risks but also our clients’ long-term ambitions.

STS London, established in 2023, specialises in complex international risks, working with clients across Africa, Latin America, and increasingly Europe. We provide services across all major lines of business, with particular expertise in:

• Property
• Political Violence
• Kidnap & Ransom
• Cyber

Our UK office is based in the City of London, placing us at the heart of the global insurance market.

Role Overview

Job Title: Graduate / Broking Assistant

Employment Type: Full-time, Permanent

Location: London (4 days in the office)

Role Description

This role is designed as an entry-level opportunity with a clear progression path into a broking position. Initially, the successful candidate will support the team with administrative and technical tasks, while gaining hands-on exposure to the full insurance placement process.

You will work closely with experienced brokers and be involved in transactions from initiation through to placement and servicing. This is a unique opportunity to develop a broad understanding of the London Market, underwriting processes, and client relationship management.

Key Responsibilities

• Support invoicing and financial processing activities
• Assist with the production of client presentations and materials
• Take detailed notes during internal and external meetings
• Assist in the preparation of underwriting slips and endorsements
• Support production of bordereaux and other reporting documentation
• Coordinate claims processes and assist with payment queries
• Conduct market research and competitor analysis
• Attend client meetings and market meetings alongside senior brokers
• Use platforms such as PPL and Whitespace to obtain market agreement
• Assist in producing Market Reform Contracts (MRCs) and policy documentation
• Support drafting and reviewing policy wordings
• Develop knowledge of the London and international insurance markets
• Contribute as an effective team member within the London office

Candidate Profile

We are looking for a motivated and detail-oriented graduate who is eager to build a career in insurance broking.

Essential Requirements

• Undergraduate degree (graduating Summer 2026 or recently graduated)
• Right to work in the UK
• Strong organisational skills and attention to detail
• Good written and verbal communication skills
• Solid numeracy and analytical ability
• Proficiency in Microsoft Outlook, Word, and Excel
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines
• A proactive and collaborative team-oriented mindset
• Desirable
• Spanish language skills (highly beneficial given client base)
• Interest in international markets and complex risk environments

What We Offer

• Competitive salary: £25,000 to £30,000 (depending on experience and qualifications)
• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays
• Private medical insurance
• Pension scheme
• Structured career progression into a broking role
• Exposure to global clients and complex placements from an early stage

Why Join STS?

Joining STS means becoming part of a growing, entrepreneurial business where individuals are given responsibility early and encouraged to develop quickly. You will gain direct exposure to international risks, work alongside experienced brokers, and build a strong foundation for a long-term career in the insurance industry.