Introduction to Lloyd’s and the London Market

The insurance and reinsurance transacted at Lloyd’s is primarily for large, specialist risks which most insurers elsewhere in the world are unable or unwilling to cover.

This virtual half day, foundation level programme will provide delegates with a sound level of understanding of the function of insurance and an overview of the various organisations which are part of the Lloyd’s insurance market.

The programme will also highlight the various lines (classes) of business which are transacted in the Lloyd’s market and the methods by which suitable insurances are set up. 

Delegates will learn about: 

• Insurance terminology and overview of how insurers make profit
• The London Insurance and Reinsurance Market – the Company Market and the Lloyd’s Market – what are the differences?
• The Lloyd’s market – the role of syndicates, managing agents and members’ agents
• Focus on the types of risk transacted in the London market
• What is reinsurance and how does it work
• The placing of risk at Lloyd's, the subscription system and the role of lead and follow market underwriters
• The role of the (re)insurance broker and the legal responsibilities of (re)insurance brokers