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About the Role

Lead the technology transformation of Apollo’s underwriting platform, turning the agreed operating model and platform direction into a clear, deliverable roadmap. This senior technology delivery role focuses on implementing and integrating the platform ecosystem that supports Platform Partner Syndicates.

Responsibilities

Own the integrated technology roadmap across platform implementation, integrations, environments, migrations, onboarding and transition to service
Lead the implementation and integration of the policy administration system and wider underwriting platform ecosystem
Oversee the selection of remaining technology components, working with Architecture, Security, Data, Procurement and business specialists
Define and lead a repeatable migration approach for existing syndicates, covering data mapping, cleansing, reconciliation, testing, cutover and stabilisation
Establish a scalable onboarding model for new clients and syndicates
Coordinate internal technology teams, software vendors, systems integrators and specialist migration partners
Resolve complex design, integration, configuration, data and delivery issues across multiple teams and suppliers
Own technology readiness for go-live, including architecture, data, security, testing, service support and recovery requirements
Manage delivery governance, commercial oversight, dependencies, risks and executive decisions
Transfer delivered capabilities into permanent platform and service ownership, ensuring Apollo retains the necessary knowledge and accountability

Requirements

Strong experience leading complex technology transformation or platform delivery within insurance, financial services or another regulated environment
Demonstrable responsibility for implementing core platforms across complex technology, integration and supplier landscapes
Extensive experience of data and platform migrations, including reconciliation, testing, cutover, stabilisation and transition to service
Broad understanding of platform implementation, integrations and APIs, data, cloud, security, environments and operational resilience
Experience developing repeatable onboarding or implementation approaches across multiple clients, businesses, syndicates or legal entities
Confidence leading software vendors, systems integrators, consultancies and multidisciplinary internal teams
Strong commercial, delivery governance and technology risk management capability
The ability to create clarity from ambiguity, make practical sequencing decisions and maintain accountability across organisational boundaries
Experience within the Lloyd’s or London insurance market, particularly involving managing agents, syndicates, delegated authority, policy administration or technical accounting, would be beneficial

Skills

Platform implementation
Integrations
APIs
Data
Cloud
Security
Environments
Operational resilience
Commercial oversight
Delivery governance
Technology risk management

Location

Hybrid

Work Type

Hybrid
Flexible working

Experience Level

Senior

Salary/Compensations

Competitive and thoughtfully designed reward package
Fair and attractive salary
Discretionary bonus

Benefits

31 days’ annual leave
Non-contributory pension
Private medical insurance

About the Company

Apollo, a Skyward Group company, is an innovation-inspired insurance platform operating at Lloyd’s of London, delivering data-driven and creative solutions across a broad range of risks.
Inspired by one of our founding investors, Neil Armstrong, the business was built with the same pioneering mindset.
Since launch in 2009, we have grown into a diversified insurance group offering products across Property, Casualty, Marine, Energy and Transportation, Specialty and Reinsurance, alongside Smart Follow and digital and embedded risk programmes.
With a team of more than 300 professionals, we continue to grow with purpose, combining underwriting excellence, innovation and collaboration to enable a more resilient and sustainable world.

Equal Opportunity

At Apollo, people are at the heart of everything we do. We are a diverse, growing team of empowered experts who bring collaboration, innovation and data-driven thinking to every relationship and every risk.
We believe diversity and inclusion go far beyond targets. They are essential to understanding the global communities we serve and to making better decisions. That’s why we are committed to developing diverse talent at every level and creating an environment where different perspectives are genuinely valued, supported and celebrated.
We also run a programme of events, training and initiatives designed to recognise both the challenges and opportunities that come with building an inclusive workplace.
Flexible and hybrid working are fully embraced at Apollo. We do not believe in presenteeism. Instead, we trust our people to work in ways that allow them to perform at their best, balancing professional responsibilities with personal commitments.
Apollo is committed to creating an inclusive recruitment experience where every candidate feels supported and able to perform at their best.
To help us do this, we invite you to complete a confidential ClearTalents profile. It takes just a few minutes and allows you to share any adjustments that may support you during the recruitment process.
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