The Q In Review

Edition 11 | Q3 2026

As we enter the final quarter of 2026, we’re delighted to present the latest edition of the Q in Review, the 360 Search Quarterly Industry Briefing.

This issue rounds up the key trends and developments shaping the third quarter of 2026 across insurance, compliance, life & pensions and insurtech.

We also look at the state of business in Ireland, share hiring advice and featured articles from industry experts, and highlight the latest career opportunities through 360 Search.

In This Edition

Here’s a taste of what’s inside:

Strategic Snapshots – Sarah McGrath on how hiring managers can interview smarter and stop losing great candidates.
M&A Introduction Service – Lynda Barnes introduces a discreet service for General Insurance and Life & Pensions brokerage owners.
Insurance – Dickson Group’s growth plans, Howden Re’s new Dublin office and OUTsurance’s expanded Cherrywood base, plus a featured article from Caledon MGA on specialist home insurance.
Compliance – Pay transparency, the Central Bank’s MiFID findings and developments in anti-money laundering requirements.
Life & Pensions – Pension scheme consolidation, retirement rules and XBRL reporting, plus a financial checklist for changing jobs from Hannah Drennan of SparksWealth.
Insurtech – Allianz’s digital trading rollout in Northern Ireland, CarTrawler’s profit growth and FBD’s new cybersecurity partnership.
Business in Ireland – The proposed State-backed savings and investment account, women’s participation in the workforce and the latest unemployment figures.
Careers Corner – Three of the latest roles available through 360 Search.

Explore this edition for industry updates, practical hiring advice and insights from across the sectors we work in. Whether you’re planning your next hire, considering a career move or keeping up with market developments, there’s plenty to explore.

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