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Apprenticeships Norfolk Awards 2026

We were delighted to attend this year’s Apprenticeship Norfolk Awards, held at Carrow Road on 11th February, where we proudly supported two of our employees who were recognised for their outstanding contributions.

Freddie Cutting was named a top three finalist in the Apprentice of the Year - Advanced Level (Level 3), a fantastic achievement that reflects both his commitment to learning and the high standard of work he delivers day‑to‑day.

We are equally pleased to share that Chloe Denholm was announced as Mentor or Manager of the Year, an award that recognises the role Chloe has played in supporting our apprentices to succeed. Speaking of her award, Chloe said,

The Apprenticeship Norfolk Awards were a fantastic celebration of the talent coming through apprenticeships across all industries in Norfolk. I was incredibly proud to be recognised as Manager or Mentor of the Year, and even prouder to see one of my apprentices highly commended for Level 3 Apprentice of the Year. The evening really showcased the value apprentices bring to businesses and reinforced why investing in the next generation of talent is so important.

Apprenticeships have long been an integral part of our approach to learning and development. We have operated our Insurance Adviser Apprenticeship Scheme since 2010, providing structured training, hands‑on experience, and professional support to help individuals build successful careers in the insurance industry.

Speaking of the awards, HR Director Gillian Anderson-Brown commented,

Apprenticeships open the door for individuals starting their careers to earn while they progress. By learning alongside our experienced team, apprentices gain the support, training, and confidence they need to grow into their careers and build our talent pool for the future. We are proud to be recognised in Norfolk for our apprenticeship scheme and continue to ensure that we provide these opportunities across the whole Group.