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Finextra
28-05-2025
- Business
- Finextra
Ageas joins Financial Services Skills Commission
Ageas, one of the biggest car and home insurers in the UK, has joined the Financial Services Skills Commission to help equip its 2,200 employees with the skills they need for fulfilling careers in financial services. 0 This content is provided by an external author without editing by Finextra. It expresses the views and opinions of the author. The Commission is an independent, not for profit, member-led body, representing the UK's financial services sector on skills. The organisation works directly with the sector to ensure businesses have the talent and skills they need for the future. Certified as a Top Employer for fourth consecutive year, Ageas was positioned eighth in the UK in 2025. Its lived purpose of offering brilliant service when it matters is core to all employees at Ageas and was recently recognised by the Institute of Customer Service who awarded Ageas ServiceMark with Distinction, making them the largest personal lines insurer to achieve this success. A nurturing and inclusive ethos is paramount to the culture of Ageas, where development opportunities are based on interest rather than seniority. This allows for internal career progression that creates a community of learners, develops a pipeline of talent in key technical areas, and maximises opportunities for everyone, growing Ageas from the inside out. One example of this is their internal apprenticeship programme Pathfinder where employees, without any prior experience, are offered a development route from any area of the business into a new permanent role in data, IT development or digital marketing. Ageas will become 'partner' members. They will join the Commission's advisory group and contribute to working groups to drive change on the sector's skill gaps, and develop an approach that supports more reskilling, motivating learning, upskilling and attracting talent. Sian Myers Chief People Officer at Ageas, said: 'At Ageas I'm proud to say that we invest in the best and we are committed to offering our people a great place to grow their skills and their careers. Being a member of the Financial Services Skills Commission will enable us to ensure that we're able to continue breaking down barriers to entry and empowering our people to try, explore, and develop.' Claire Tunley, Chief Executive of the Financial Services Skills Commission, said: 'The team at Ageas are already focused on increasing technical excellence and internal mobility across their workforce. We're looking forward to working with them to boost skills and position themselves for future growth and success.'
Yahoo
05-03-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Admiral supports Flood Re's Build Back Better scheme
Admiral, Admiral Group's UK insurance division, has announced its endorsement of the Flood Re Build Back Better scheme, which aim to bolster the resilience of homes against future flood events. The initiative is a collaboration between the UK Government and insurers, designed to make flood insurance 'more affordable' for homeowners. Admiral has backed the Flood Re scheme since its launch in 2016. It offers the opportunity for eligible customers to receive up to £10,000 in addition to their standard claim amount, intended for the implementation of flood prevention measures such as flood doors, barriers and non-return valves. Admiral head of household underwriting David Fowkes said: 'Build Back Better enables us to decrease the impact on our customers, and the communities they live in, through increased flood resilience and resistance. It should have a positive impact on homeowners and their families affected by flooding and help them not only in the aftermath of a flood but for the long term.' Flood Re communications and stakeholder engagement head Kelly Ostler-Coyle said: 'We are delighted that Admiral has joined our world-first Build Back Better (BBB) scheme, which now has commitment from 77% of the UK home insurance market. They have joined other insurance providers already offering BBB to their customers, who are benefitting from the peace of mind Property Flood Resilience brings to those at high risk of flood. 'Last year Flood Re received 28% of all claims since its inception in 2016. This highlights the urgent need for adaptation as we see more severe flooding, which is also happening more frequently.' In January this year, Admiral Group's UK business became a founder member of the Financial Services Skills Commission. This member-led organisation collaborates directly with the financial services industry to address skill shortages and foster talent development through reskilling and upskilling efforts. "Admiral supports Flood Re's Build Back Better scheme " was originally created and published by Life Insurance International, a GlobalData owned brand. The information on this site has been included in good faith for general informational purposes only. It is not intended to amount to advice on which you should rely, and we give no representation, warranty or guarantee, whether express or implied as to its accuracy or completeness. You must obtain professional or specialist advice before taking, or refraining from, any action on the basis of the content on our site. Sign in to access your portfolio
