Antares partners with Equity on recruitment and talent to advance inclusivity
Equity City and Antares are delighted to announce the launch of a new recruitment and engagement partnership. Antares, the global provider of trusted insurance and reinsurance solutions, is committed to fostering a diverse work environment through its culture of excellence and focus on learning and development.
As part of this ambition, Antares will now work with Equity on programs around several key areas, including:
• Building diverse, high-performing teams.
• Creating engaging environments through community events and initiatives.
• Attracting and retaining talented individuals from all walks of life.
Chief Executive Officer of Antares, Michael van der Straaten, commented “Teaming up with Equity City amplifies our ability to attract and elevate diverse talent. By fusing their recruitment expertise with Antares’ innovative insurance approach and focus on bringing a diverse set of next-generation talent into the insurance market, we’re reshaping the future of talent and development at every level within Antares. Further, by empowering and celebrating diverse talent, Antares also supports the wider market vision of creating an inclusive sector where everyone can thrive and contribute meaningfully.”
Junior Garba, CEO & Cofounder at Equity City said: “Equity City is proud to partner with Antares. Together, we’re driven by a shared commitment to building diverse, high-performing teams and creating more inclusive and positive workplace cultures. Through this partnership, we aim to attract and support talented individuals from all walks of life, with a focus on those that are underrepresented, ensuring every perspective is celebrated. Their commitment to creating opportunities for underrepresented talent aligns perfectly with our mission to build a more inclusive sector.”
About Antares
Antares provides local and international insurance and reinsurance capacity, risks transfer solutions and products through our Lloyd’s and company market platforms operating from our regional hubs in the UK, EEA, Bermuda, Singapore and Qatar. We cover complex international business risks to local retail SME and consumer personal lines. Our world-wide group of companies and employees are united by expertise, excellence and efficiency.
About Equity
Equity is a recruitment agency and network dedicated to addressing under-representation in the Insurance industry and the City by fostering vibrant communities and breaking down barriers.
We work with Insurers and City firms to connect our community of more than 10,000 students and professionals with firms through engaging events, incisive research, impactful mentoring, and active recruitment.