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.
As a Procurement Assistant, you will join Apollo's Procurement team and work closely with the Procurement Manager to support supplier management, contract governance, commercial negotiations, and procurement operations across the business.
This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to develop their procurement career within the Lloyd's market. You will gain exposure to supplier relationships, contract management, third-party risk management, commercial negotiations, and procurement governance while supporting a diverse range of business functions across Apollo.
Operating within an FCA and PRA regulated environment, you will help ensure supplier engagements, contractual arrangements, and procurement activities align with internal policies, regulatory expectations, and commercial objectives.
- Support the end-to-end management of supplier contract renewals, ensuring agreements are reviewed, negotiated, and renewed in a timely manner.
- Assist with reviewing supplier contracts, terms and conditions, and commercial agreements, working closely with Legal and key business stakeholders.
- Support supplier negotiations, preparing commercial analysis and helping secure improved pricing, contractual terms, and value from suppliers.
- Maintain procurement records, contract registers, renewal schedules, and supporting governance documentation.
- Support supplier onboarding, due diligence, and third-party risk management activities.
- Assist with monitoring supplier performance and maintaining positive supplier relationships across a diverse supplier portfolio.
- Work with stakeholders across the business to coordinate procurement activity and provide guidance on procurement processes.
- Support compliance with procurement policies, supplier governance standards, data protection requirements, and regulatory expectations.
- Contribute to the continuous improvement of procurement processes, controls, and supplier governance frameworks.
- Develop a strong understanding of procurement best practice within the Lloyd's and wider financial services market.
- Exposure to working within an FCA and PRA regulated environment, ideally within the Lloyd's market, insurance, financial services, or another regulated industry.
- Exposure to supplier governance frameworks, contract management processes, and third-party risk management activities.
- Previous experience within procurement, supplier management, vendor management, commercial operations, or contract administration.
- Strong commercial awareness, with an interest in supplier negotiations, relationship management, contract management, and delivering value through commercial and procurement activities.
- Excellent organisational and time management skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
- Strong stakeholder engagement and communication skills, comfortable working with colleagues at all levels of the business and confident handling supplier relationships and discussions.
- Experience reviewing contracts, commercial agreements, or supplier documentation would be beneficial.
- Exposure to tender processes, including obtaining quotes and supporting Requests for Information (RFI) and Requests for Proposal (RFP).
- Attention to detail when working with data, pricing information, and commercial analysis to support decision making.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel, Word, SharePoint, and PowerPoint.
- Interest in pursuing or working towards Chartered Institute of Procurement & Supply (CIPS) qualifications would be advantageous.
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.
Supporting your application
Apollo is committed to creating an inclusive recruitment experience where every candidate feels supported and able to perform at their best.
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