In a move to further strengthen its risk management capabilities in the UK, Howden has acquired AHR Consultants, a provider of human relations (HR), employment law, training and health & safety services.
The AHR Consultants team provides a range of HR support and consultancy solutions for businesses, including legally compliant employment documentation and unlimited HR advice. In addition, AHR offers health & safety compliance guidance, providing support for risk assessments, fire safety, policies, and training, as well as access to legal experts.
Based in Rugby, England, the whole AHR Consultants team as well as Managing Director, Simon Howes, will be joining the insurance group, according to the announcement.
Warren Dickson, CEO Corporate & Commercial, Howden, commented: “I’m delighted to welcome Simon and team to the Howden family. It is clear that AHR and Howden have a very similar customer service ethos and the two businesses are a great fit.
“I’m looking forward to seeing our newly expanded risk management proposition grow and thrive over the coming years through this exciting acquisition.”
Simon Howes, MD of AHR Consultants, added: “Becoming part of Howden is an exciting step for our clients and employees. We look forward to the opportunity to extend the range of services we can offer our clients, and to offering AHR’s risk management services to Howden clients.”
