02.26.26
Life, Health and Annuity Issuer Employment Growth Beats Forecasts
by: Allison Bell
A recent Jacobson Group and Aon survey shows U.S. life, health and annuity insurers increased employment by 0.89% in 2025, exceeding the prior year’s forecast of 0.42%. Looking ahead, insurers expect a 0.69% rise in headcounts over the next 12 months, reflecting overall stability in the sector, which employs roughly 1.6 million people including federal insurance roles. Companies are prioritizing hires in technology, operations, analytics and claims, while demand for underwriters has dropped sharply due to automation in underwriting, falling to a 2 out of 7 interest rating from 5 last year.
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