Time Type:

Full time

Working Pattern:

Hybrid

Purpose of the Role

The Distribution Specialists focus is on the successful execution of the Distribution target operating model and strategy. They will coordinate with AEGIS Londons underwriters brokers and coverholders (in the UK US and international) ensuring consistent delivery of messaging in line with the Distribution strategy and assessing potential business opportunities for the purpose of generating business for the Company in line with underwriting appetite. They will work in conjunction with the Data Science & Analytics team to support with the analysis of data and the production of KPIs feeding this information back to the relevant underwriting teams as appropriate to develop a targeted approach per class of business. Business travel will be required as part of the role.

Duties and Accountabilities

• Support the Head of Distirbution & Digital Trading with all activities in relation to AEGIS Londons Distribution plan and strategy and be accountable for its delivery.
• Deputise in managing the day-to-day operations of the Distribution Function.
• Work with the Head of Distribution & Digital Trading to develop the AEGIS message and coordinate the training of all underwriters on its delivery.
• Develop and manage productive relationships with brokers and coverholders across all classes of business in order to promote distribution opportunities and initiatives.
• Identify relevant individuals within broking and coverholders and facilitate meetings to explore potential distribution opportunities for the Company both within the UK US and internationally.
• Assess whether these opportunities are in line with AEGIS appetite and if so manage the distribution opportunity to its completion with the relevant underwriting division.
• Collaborate effectively with the Data Science & Analytics team to analyse relevant data create KPIs and dashboards in order to produce meaningful insight for the underwriters and other relevant divisions.
• Track and evaluate all existing distribution opportunities to ensure they remain in line with expectations.
• Maintain notes and records of meetings negotiations and agreements.
• Develop and manage contractual details to a high standard through to completion.
• Undertake support with and/or lead on other ad hoc tasks or projects as they arise.

Skills Knowledge and Experience

• Have experience and relevant understanding of the Lloyds specialty insurance market particularly within a business development or distribution function.
• Have excellent attention to detail. Be comfortable analysing and leveraging data in order to provide meaningful insight and make key decisions. May have experience working with AI (desirable but not essential)
• Have experience in the detail of negotiation and contract arrangements.
• Be self-motivated proactive and comfortable taking personal accountability; able to work effectively both independently and collaboratively as part of a high-performing team.
• Have strong project management and organisational skills in order shape and drive the strategy.
• Have excellent written and verbal communication; be able negotiate effectively and create and develop strong internal and external relationships across various divisions.
• Be confident when dealing with ambiguity knowing when to shift focus and priorities to ensure a successful outcome.
• Have a good external network and be able to utilise those contacts for the benefit of AEGIS London.

AEGIS Values

Fairness and respect

We make decisions considering the best interests of key stakeholders. We are direct and straightforward in our actions working collaboratively to create a culture of fairness and respect.

Open and inclusive

We act with integrity valuing diversity of thought and background. We take time to listen to the needs of our customers stakeholders and colleagues working together to seek and share information.

Ambitious

We have a passion for success aspiring to be recognised as best in class. We embrace new opportunities encouraging innovation in pursuit of our goals.

Striving to be better

We strive to improve at all times challenging complacency being agile and adapting to change. We always seek to improve our customers experience with us.

Investing in peoples potential

We provide an environment where each employee can reach their personal potential. We encourage personal accountability for performance and individual ownership for growth and success.

AEGIS London is an equal opportunities employer and recognises the value of a diverse workforce in facilitating better decision making and business growth. We encourage a variety of differing views perspectives and insights to create a collaborative working environment. Diversity and Inclusion are fundamental to our business and we encourage applications from all backgrounds recognising the diversity of society and our customers.

Its important to us that you are able to perform at your best when applying for a role with AEGIS London. If there are any adjustments we can reasonably make to ensure that the process is accessible for you please telephone us on44(0)or email

As a business we understand individual circumstances may differ and aim to be adaptable and to support flexible working practices. Talk to our recruitment team to understand how AEGIS London can help support you in reaching your full potential