The Role The Contracts Administrator is responsible for providing administrative support to the Security & Counterparty team, particularly in relation to contract reviews and agency applications. This role involves maintaining business records, ensuring compliance with company policies, and supporting various projects. What You'll Be Doing Reviewing and assisting with contracts and agency applications. Maintaining and updating business records. Producing metrics and updating measures for effectiveness. Managing assigned projects and contributing to other projects as required. Providing relevant management information to senior management. Developing technical expertise in Insurer Terms of Business Agreements. Assisting with the completion of Agency/Intermediary questionnaires and on-boarding documents. Gathering and utilizing information from company systems for monitoring security and counterparties. Keeping informed of regulatory and legal changes impacting the role. Responding appropriately to urgent issues as they arise. Who We're Looking For Experience in a legal or paralegal role. (Essential) Experience working within the insurance industry. (Essential) Strong written and oral communication skills. Logical approach to problem-solving. Self-motivated and able to work independently. Active listening skills. Analytical and problem-solving abilities. Good planning, organization, and time management skills. Ability to prioritize effectively. Ability to articulate complex concepts simply. Proficient keyboard skills. Qualifications Relevant qualifications in law or paralegal studies. Training in company policies, processes, and procedures. Up-to-date knowledge of regulatory and legal developments. Compliance with all applicable legal, fiscal, and regulatory obligations. Completion of relevant regulatory training. What do we offer in return? A career that you define. At Howden, we value diversity – there is no one Howden type. Instead, we’re looking for individuals who share the same values as us: Our successes have all come from someone brave enough to try something new We support each other in the small everyday moments and the bigger challenges We are determined to make a positive difference at work and beyond Reasonable adjustments We're committed to providing reasonable accommodations at Howden to ensure that our positions align well with your needs. Besides the usual adjustments such as software, IT, and office setups, we can also accommodate other changes such as flexible hours* or hybrid working*. If you're excited by this role but have some doubts about whether it’s the right fit for you, send us your application – if your profile fits the role’s criteria, we will be in touch to assist in helping to get you set up with any reasonable adjustments you may require. *Not all positions can accommodate changes to working hours or locations. Reach out to your Recruitment Partner if you want to know more.