Connecting (re)insurance industry leaders with best in class talent

Selecting the right individual often requires a range of specialist capabilities, including a detailed market analysis, an organisational assessment, skillset and competency mapping and a considered evaluation strategy. But it’s our distinctive approach to research which pushes boundaries, challenges assumptions, and taps into diverse talent pools, often beyond the traditional scope, to find the very best candidates.

Leveraging our extensive global network we reach out across the (re)insurance sector and beyond, to a wide variety of aligned industries, to find the individuals our clients ask us to locate. This expansive web of contacts allows us to identify, engage with and attract the very best top-tier talent with the skills and experience to drive precisely the innovation and success your organisation requires.

Conversations at this level and for this purpose are always a delicate affair, but discretion is central to our reputation as well as yours. We therefore have robust processes in place to ensure that all interactions are handled with the utmost care, protecting everyone’s interests and professional relationships throughout the search process. ‘Discretion, always’ is our mantra because we know that our reputation is only as strong as our word.

Our forward-focused approach leverages cutting-edge technology to enhance our service. Advanced research tools accelerate the initial phases, yielding results more rapidly and efficiently. Additionally, our use of AI-driven psychometric tools, in combination with rigorous human evaluation, provides a deeper understanding of each candidate’s individual suitability for an organisation, environment and role, so we can deliver on our promise of service excellence.

We help organisations inject new energy and fresh perspectives through finding best fit non-executive directors and chairs to join their boards. This may be for added stability or to bring the innovative ideas and dynamism an organisation needs to meet the ever-changing challenges of the insurance market. This strategic infusion of new talent helps a board to maintain its relevance and effectiveness, ultimately driving the organisation’s long-term growth.

Our evaluation board services provide include a comprehensive assessment of your current board’s effectiveness and performance. By identifying its skills, strengths and any areas for improvement, we help to optimise board dynamics and enhance overall leadership. Such an evaluations leads to a more cohesive and effective board, capable of making better decisions and providing stronger governance and oversight, which ultimately reinforces the organisation’s strategic objectives and operational excellence.

At Damhurst, we provide strategic guidance to boards and executives, offering objective analysis, tactical insights, and practical advice. This provides clients with enhanced tools insights to drive more informed decisions and achieve long-term goals. Strategic plans with actionable objectives also help clients devise the optimal mix of skills, experience, and backgrounds, to create leadership teams equipped with the diverse expertise necessary to meet complex challenges.

Effective leadership continuity drives long-term organisational stability. Our board governance reviews, skills evaluation, coaching and succession planning service help organisations to develop a robust plans for identifying and preparing future leadersto proactively position the board to meet the corporate strategy for the most effective boards. The aim, to minimise disruption, foster a seamless transition, and ensure that your board remains strong and capable of guiding the organisation throughto meet its strategic goals. even the most uncertain of futures.

Our customised 100-day programme is meticulously designed to equip executive hires with the knowledge they need to excel in their new roles. By focusing on building cultural alignment, this programme ensures that new hires can navigate their responsibilities confidently to make the most of their opportunities from the outset. This approach fosters immediate engagement and effectiveness, setting the stage for a more prosperous relationship.

We recognise that change can be difficult at any level within an organisation, particularly when integrating into new teams, processes, and expectations. Our programme addresses these issues head-on, looking to smooth the transition, minimise
disruptions and foster a supportive environment, to help new hires quickly adapt and feel at home in their new environment, ensuring a seamless integration with the organisation.

Our onboarding programme is designed to strip away the typical challenges of a move to a new organisation that could hinder productivity. By providing comprehensive support, we ensure new hires can quickly overcome initial hurdles and focus on achieving early-stage goals. This targeted executive coaching allows them to more rapidly contribute to their new organisation, delivering impactful results from the outset and accelerating their path to peak performance.

Happy and well-integrated executives contribute more to their organisations. Our programme not only facilitates a smoother start but also builds a strong foundation for ongoing success. By calibrating to the specific needs of each individual, our programme looks to foster greater loyalty, higher retention rates, a robust organisational culture, and sustained exceptional performance. Thus, securing longer term benefits for both individual and company.