Who we are
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.
Our name reflects our origins. Inspired by one of our founding investors, Neil Armstrong, the first person to walk on the moon, the business was built with the same pioneering mindset. Alongside Jim Hays, Neil set out to create a different kind of Lloyd’s platform, focused, agile and built around people.
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. Our experience and unique ecosystem give Platform Partners the best chance of success, from navigating the Lloyd’s new entrant process through to the delivery of their long-term strategy.
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.
Apollo is expanding its Platform Partner Syndicates (PPS) Finance team, creating an opportunity for a Syndicate Accountant to support the financial oversight and reporting of our Partner Syndicates portfolio.
Reporting to the Syndicate Reporting Manager, you will support the delivery and review of financial and regulatory reporting across the Partner Syndicates portfolio. The role works closely with internal teams and third party finance providers responsible for producing management information and Lloyd’s regulatory returns.
You will play an important role in ensuring reporting remains accurate, timely, and aligned with Lloyd’s requirements, while also contributing to the continued development of reporting processes and financial controls within the Partner Syndicates finance team. This role offers exposure to syndicate reporting, treasury coordination, audit support, and the onboarding of new Partner Syndicates within Apollo’s growing Platform Partner ecosystem.
What You’ll Do- You will support the delivery of syndicate financial reporting across the Partner Syndicates portfolio, working closely with outsourced finance providers to ensure management information and Lloyd’s regulatory reporting are produced accurately and on schedule.
- The role includes preparing internal financial reporting for Apollo Board and Committee audiences, as well as reporting outputs for Platform Partner stakeholders. You will also provide an initial review of reporting produced by third party providers, helping ensure reporting meets Apollo’s standards for quality and governance.
- You will support treasury coordination, working with third party providers to monitor liquidity levels and ensure sufficient funding across Partner Syndicates.
- The role also contributes to the external audit process, ensuring reporting outputs and supporting documentation are well structured to enable efficient audit cycles.
- Alongside core reporting activities, you will support the development of procedures and documentation that strengthen the financial control environment within the Partner Syndicates finance team.
- As Apollo continues to grow its Platform Partner ecosystem, you will also support finance workstreams associated with onboarding new Partner Syndicates, helping embed reporting frameworks and financial processes for new partnerships.
- ACA, ACCA, or equivalent accounting qualification
- Experience working within the Lloyd’s market, including exposure to syndicate financial or regulatory reporting
- Experience preparing or reviewing Lloyd’s regulatory returns
- Experience working with outsourced finance or reporting providers
- Ability to build collaborative relationships across internal teams, external partners, and third party providers
- A conscientious and proactive approach, with an interest in improving processes and strengthening reporting frameworks
What you’ll get in return
We offer a competitive and thoughtfully designed reward package that reflects the value of our people. This includes a fair and attractive salary, discretionary bonus, and a comprehensive benefits package - including 31 days’ annual leave, a non-contributory pension and private medical insurance.
Our commitment to inclusion
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.
Hybrid & flexible working
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.
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What We Do
Apollo was launched in 2009 to provide clients and brokers with an agile and entrepreneurial insurance partner. The Apollo name recognised the success of one of its founding investors, Neil Armstrong, who in 1969 was the first person to walk on the moon. We are an innovative, integrated insurance group offering insurance products across property, casualty, marine, energy and transportation, specialty, reinsurance, and Smart Follow teams via Syndicate 1969. Through Syndicate 1971, ibott, we offer digital and embedded risk programmes, whilst our Strategic Partner Syndicates business supports new Lloyd’s entrants from initial concept to full managing agency services. What makes us different? Our wide range of products put us in a unique position where our entrepreneurial approach and service excellence delivers creative and flexible solutions for our clients and partners all in one place as we continue our exciting growth journey. Apollo is a great place to work with an inclusive culture where everyone is welcome, included, and can thrive. Our workplace is collaborative, supportive and innovative, and we strive to produce the best results possible, together. Opportunities exist to develop our employees’ key strengths and we are supported in ways that matter to each individual. In addition to generous employee benefits, flexible working is fully embraced and utilised. We understand that no one colleague is the same and that each of us has our own responsibilities and roles outside of our working life. “We attract and retain the highest quality talent by developing a team atmosphere where opportunity exists for our employees and partners.” David Ibeson, Group CEO
