The 2016 iteration of the Semi-Annual U.S. Insurance Labor Outlook Study, conducted by The Jacobson Group and Ward Group, a part of Aon Hewitt, a business unit of Aon plc (NYSE: AON), will begin January 6 and close January 22, 2016. In its seventh year, this survey offers valuable labor trend insights and has become a predictor of the industry’s staffing outlook.

The insurance labor market continues to be increasingly competitive. “The diminishing talent pool is one of the biggest industry challenges for 2016,” says Gregory P. Jacobson, co-chief executive officer of Jacobson. “Organizations must take a hard look at their talent strategies. The study results will help them to better understand the talent climate and make adjustments for success.”

Organizations across all sectors of the industry are invited to complete the confidential survey. All participants will receive a complimentary report detailing the survey results. To complete the survey, follow this link: http://16.selectsurvey.net/McLagan/TakeSurvey.aspx?SurveyID=mlLH5m6.

The survey results will be discussed in a complimentary webinar on February 18. All members of the insurance community are welcome to attend. To register for the webinar, follow this link: https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/7010687720912723714.

To request more information about the survey, please contact Vince Albers of Ward Group at +1 (513) 746-2422 or vincent.albers@wardinc.com.

About The Jacobson Group:

The Jacobson Group is the leading global provider of insurance talent. For 45 years, we have been connecting insurance organizations with professionals from the board room to the back room on both a permanent and temporary basis. We offer a variety of solutions including executive search, professional recruiting, emerging talent, RPO, temporary staffing, subject matter experts, and onsite and work-at-home operations support. Regardless of the need or situation, Jacobson is the insurance talent solution. Further information is available at jacobsononline.com.

About Ward Group®:

Ward Group is the recognized leader of benchmarking and best practices studies for insurance companies. The firm analyzes staff levels, compensation, business practices and expenses for all areas of company operations and helps insurers measure results, optimize performance and improve profitability. Ward Group is part of Aon Hewitt, a business unit of Aon plc (NYSE: AON). For more information, please visit wardinc.com.

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