{"id":17415,"date":"2025-10-11T13:08:53","date_gmt":"2025-10-11T13:08:53","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/staging.chubbfs.com\/uk-en\/?p=17415"},"modified":"2025-11-11T13:11:21","modified_gmt":"2025-11-11T13:11:21","slug":"why-growing-your-own-talent-is-good-for-business","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/chubbfs.com\/uk-en\/why-growing-your-own-talent-is-good-for-business\/","title":{"rendered":"Why Growing Your Own Talent Is Good for Business"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">For many SMEs, growth often hinges on one big question: hire from outside your organisation or invest in who you already have?<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:true,&quot;134233118&quot;:true}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">In today\u2019s talent market \u2013 shaped by changing expectations, rising recruitment costs and tighter budgets \u2013 the answer is increasingly clear. Supporting internal development doesn\u2019t just boost retention and reduce churn, it helps businesses build confident, capable teams who understand the company, live its values and are ready to lead it into the future.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:true,&quot;134233118&quot;:true}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">At <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/chubbfs.com\/uk-en\/\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">Chubb Fire &amp; Security<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"auto\">, we call this approach <\/span><i><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Building Great Leaders \u2013<\/span><\/i><span data-contrast=\"auto\"> our long-term commitment to helping people grow, wherever they are in the business. From apprenticeships and mentoring to personalised learning and internal mobility, we aim to equip every employee to take the next step in their career.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:true,&quot;134233118&quot;:true}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">This isn\u2019t just good for culture. It\u2019s good for business.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:true,&quot;134233118&quot;:true}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b><span data-contrast=\"none\">Why Internal Development Pays Off<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134245418&quot;:true,&quot;134245529&quot;:true,&quot;335559738&quot;:200}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">The case for growing talent from within has never been stronger.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:true,&quot;134233118&quot;:true}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">According to LinkedIn\u2019s <\/span><i><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Workplace Learning Report 2025<\/span><\/i><a href=\"https:\/\/learning.linkedin.com\/content\/dam\/me\/learning\/en-us\/images\/lls-workplace-learning-report\/2025\/full-page\/pdfs\/LinkedIn-Workplace-Learning-Report-2025.pdf\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">1<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"auto\">, career progression is the top motivation for learning, and organisations that are classified as \u201ccareer development champions\u201d \u2013 those with robust internal development programmes \u2013 tend to outperform others on key metrics like retention, engagement and internal mobility.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:true,&quot;134233118&quot;:true}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Meanwhile, a 2025 UK Government rapid review<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.gov.uk\/government\/publications\/learning-and-development-employee-engagement-and-wellbeing\/a-rapid-review-of-reviews-on-the-nature-of-the-relationship-between-learning-and-development-and-employee-engagement-wellbeing-attraction-and-retent\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">2<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"auto\"> found strong links between learning and development and improved employee engagement, retention, wellbeing and job satisfaction \u2013 particularly when learning and development\u00a0 opportunities were clearly connected to individual goals and supported by managers.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:true,&quot;134233118&quot;:true}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">For SMEs, that\u2019s a major opportunity. Smaller teams mean greater visibility, faster decision-making and more flexibility to shape roles around people, rather than trying to fit people into roles.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:true,&quot;134233118&quot;:true}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b><span data-contrast=\"none\">How Chubb Builds Talent from Within<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134245418&quot;:true,&quot;134245529&quot;:true,&quot;335559738&quot;:200}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">At <\/span><a href=\"http:\/\/www.chubb.co.uk\/\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">Chubb<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"auto\">, we believe that everyone is a leader and everyone deserves a great leader as well. That belief underpins our approach to internal development, which is built around four key elements:<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:true,&quot;134233118&quot;:true}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ol>\n<li data-leveltext=\"%1.\" data-font=\"Arial,Times New Roman\" data-listid=\"44\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:0,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769242&quot;:[65533,0],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;%1.&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;hybridMultilevel&quot;}\" data-aria-posinset=\"1\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Career Path Model<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:true,&quot;134233118&quot;:true}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Our transparent Career Path Model acts as a development roadmap. It shows employees the roles available, the skills needed and how to progress \u2013 whether that means stepping up, sideways or into a completely new function.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:true,&quot;134233118&quot;:true,&quot;335559685&quot;:360}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">This visibility helps people feel in control of their growth. As our People Playbook puts it:<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:true,&quot;134233118&quot;:true,&quot;335559731&quot;:360}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u201cThis model works like a map to guide your growth\u2026 helping you shape a career that suits your goals and potential.\u201d<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:true,&quot;134233118&quot;:true,&quot;335559685&quot;:360}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ol>\n<li data-leveltext=\"%1.\" data-font=\"Arial,Times New Roman\" data-listid=\"44\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:0,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769242&quot;:[65533,0],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;%1.&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;hybridMultilevel&quot;}\" data-aria-posinset=\"2\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Mentoring and Leader Labs<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:true,&quot;134233118&quot;:true}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Our mentoring programme connects employees with colleagues who\u2019ve walked the path before them \u2013 helping them build confidence, networks and skills. Meanwhile, Chubb\u2019s Leader Labs offer targeted development opportunities across different levels and disciplines.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:true,&quot;134233118&quot;:true,&quot;335559685&quot;:360}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ol>\n<li data-leveltext=\"%1.\" data-font=\"Arial,Times New Roman\" data-listid=\"44\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:0,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769242&quot;:[65533,0],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;%1.&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;hybridMultilevel&quot;}\" data-aria-posinset=\"3\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Individual Development Plans (IDPs)<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:true,&quot;134233118&quot;:true}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">We support employees and their managers to create IDPs that are both structured and flexible. These plans are backed by access to Chubb\u2019s Learning Hub, LinkedIn Learning and tailored training aligned to business goals.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:true,&quot;134233118&quot;:true,&quot;335559685&quot;:360}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ol>\n<li data-leveltext=\"%1.\" data-font=\"Arial,Times New Roman\" data-listid=\"44\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:0,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769242&quot;:[65533,0],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;%1.&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;hybridMultilevel&quot;}\" data-aria-posinset=\"4\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Growth in All Directions<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:true,&quot;134233118&quot;:true}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">We actively encourage lateral moves and cross-functional experiences. At Chubb, career development isn\u2019t just about climbing a ladder \u2013 it\u2019s about helping people explore, experiment and evolve.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:true,&quot;134233118&quot;:true,&quot;335559685&quot;:360}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">This multi-path approach helps us build future leaders who know our business and are ready to shape its future.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:true,&quot;134233118&quot;:true}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b><span data-contrast=\"none\">Four Ways SMEs Can Start Growing Their Own Talent<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134245418&quot;:true,&quot;134245529&quot;:true,&quot;335559738&quot;:200}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">You don\u2019t need a fully resourced L&amp;D team or a formal framework to start developing internal talent. Here are four simple, scalable ways SMEs can get going:<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:true,&quot;134233118&quot;:true}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ol>\n<li data-leveltext=\"%1.\" data-font=\"Arial,Times New Roman\" data-listid=\"45\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:0,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769242&quot;:[65533,0],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;%1.&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;hybridMultilevel&quot;}\" data-aria-posinset=\"1\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Start with Conversations, Not Promotions<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:true,&quot;134233118&quot;:true}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Development begins with listening. Build a culture where career conversations happen regularly, not just at appraisal time. Ask your team what excites them, what they want to learn and where they see themselves in a year\u2019s time.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:true,&quot;134233118&quot;:true,&quot;335559685&quot;:360}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ol>\n<li data-leveltext=\"%1.\" data-font=\"Arial,Times New Roman\" data-listid=\"45\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:0,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769242&quot;:[65533,0],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;%1.&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;hybridMultilevel&quot;}\" data-aria-posinset=\"2\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Make Learning Part of the Day Job<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:true,&quot;134233118&quot;:true}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Support stretch opportunities: a new project, a different client, a cross-department collaboration. Encourage informal shadowing or reverse mentoring. Small learning moments often lead to big confidence leaps.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:true,&quot;134233118&quot;:true,&quot;335559685&quot;:360}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ol>\n<li data-leveltext=\"%1.\" data-font=\"Arial,Times New Roman\" data-listid=\"45\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:0,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769242&quot;:[65533,0],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;%1.&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;hybridMultilevel&quot;}\" data-aria-posinset=\"3\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Bring Structure to the Ambition<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:true,&quot;134233118&quot;:true}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Even a one-page development plan can make a big difference. Set goals. Track progress. Create visibility. Most importantly, when someone moves roles internally, tell their story \u2013 it sets a powerful example.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:true,&quot;134233118&quot;:true,&quot;335559685&quot;:360}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ol>\n<li data-leveltext=\"%1.\" data-font=\"Arial,Times New Roman\" data-listid=\"45\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:0,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769242&quot;:[65533,0],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;%1.&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;hybridMultilevel&quot;}\" data-aria-posinset=\"4\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Recognise and Reward Progress<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:true,&quot;134233118&quot;:true}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Celebrate people who take on learning challenges, support peers or mentor others. Recognition reinforces the message that development matters, even when promotions aren\u2019t immediately available.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:true,&quot;134233118&quot;:true,&quot;335559685&quot;:360}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b><span data-contrast=\"none\">The Retention Dividend<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134245418&quot;:true,&quot;134245529&quot;:true,&quot;335559738&quot;:200}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">When people can see a future for themselves inside your business, they\u2019re far more likely to stay. That loyalty builds continuity, keeps valuable experience in-house and reduces the cost and disruption of external hiring.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:true,&quot;134233118&quot;:true}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">In fact, research consistently shows that career development is one of the top reasons people stay within \u2013 or leave \u2013 a role. According to LinkedIn\u2019s 2025 <\/span><i><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Workplace Learning Report<\/span><\/i><span data-contrast=\"auto\">, many companies are prioritising retention by offering learning opportunities that support clear career paths and internal mobility.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:true,&quot;134233118&quot;:true}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Chubb\u2019s experience reflects that. Many of our senior leaders began their careers in junior or front-line roles and stayed, because they saw real opportunities to grow. That kind of loyalty isn\u2019t accidental. It\u2019s built, day by day, through trust, opportunity and support.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:true,&quot;134233118&quot;:true}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b><span data-contrast=\"none\">The Bottom Line<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134245418&quot;:true,&quot;134245529&quot;:true,&quot;335559738&quot;:200}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Growing internal talent isn\u2019t a nice-to-have. It\u2019s a business strategy.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:true,&quot;134233118&quot;:true}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">For SMEs, it offers a cost-effective, culture-aligned way to build skills, drive engagement and prepare for the future. It keeps your best people close and gives them a reason to stay.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:true,&quot;134233118&quot;:true}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">At <\/span><a href=\"http:\/\/www.chubb.co.uk\/\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">Chubb<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"auto\">, our purpose of <\/span><i><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Building Great Leaders<\/span><\/i><span data-contrast=\"auto\"> means seeing potential in everyone. It\u2019s not about perfection, it\u2019s about progress. 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