Build your network
Networking is an important part of working within the Lloyd’s market and can help you build relationships, share knowledge and gain different perspectives.
Events
- LMA events – Technical, professional and networking events covering a wide range of topics relevant to the Lloyd’s market.
- Lloyd’s events – Events hosted by Lloyd’s that provide opportunities to learn about market initiatives, priorities and industry developments.
- Market conferences – Conferences and forums provide opportunities to hear from industry experts, explore emerging trends and build connections across the insurance market, including through the Lime Street Guide.
- Webinars and insight sessions – Virtual events and on-demand sessions covering technical topics, market developments and emerging issues, often offering a flexible way to build knowledge and stay informed.
Professional networks
- London Market Forums (LMF) – A collaborative network that brings together insurance professionals to share knowledge, discuss market challenges and build relationships across the industry.
- Market committees and working groups – Opportunities to contribute to market-wide discussions, share expertise and collaborate with peers on topics relevant to your profession or area of interest.
- Mentoring opportunities – Programmes that connect individuals with experienced professionals to support learning, career development and broader market understanding. Learning at Lloyd’s offers mentoring opportunities for both mentors and mentees.
Inclusion and Community Networks
The Lloyd’s market is home to a range of inclusion and community networks that support learning, networking and professional development.
Examples include:
- iCAN – The Insurance Cultural Awareness Network, which promotes cultural diversity and inclusion across the insurance industry and provides networking, events and development opportunities.
- Gender inclusion networks – Networks that support gender equity, professional development and networking opportunities for women and allies across the market.
- Cultural and ethnicity networks – Communities that celebrate diverse cultural backgrounds while providing opportunities for connection, learning and career development.
- Disability and accessibility networks – Networks focused on raising awareness, improving accessibility and supporting colleagues with disabilities, long-term health conditions and neurodiverse experiences.
- LGBTQ+ networks – Communities that support LGBTQ+ professionals and allies through networking, events, advocacy and professional development opportunities.
