Neil Manser joined Direct Line Group in 2011 as Director of Investor Relations and was instrumental in the Group’s successful IPO in 2012. Tim was Deputy Chief Executive and Group Finance Director of the Royal London Group until July 2019. She is also SID of Aldermore Group plc and a Non-Executive Member of the Defence Board of the UK Ministry of Defence. ​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​Managing Director, Commercial. Jump to main content. Following this he was Managing Director of Motor Insurance and Business Development. Committee Membership Nomination and Governance Committee Independent Non-Executive Director. He is responsible for the Group Legal function and oversees a range of areas of legal advice and services. There is some important information you will need before you apply to join Direct Line Group and it's all here. CR Committee Before joining Legal & General, Mark held senior financial and business development roles at ASDA and Kingfisher. Gus joined the Direct Line Group as Strategy Director before becoming Commercial Director for the Group’s motor insurance business. Throughout your time on the programme, you’ll be encouraged, supported and listened to, as you develop the abilities that mark you out as one of our future leaders. Richard’s previous experience as a Chief Executive, a NED and a Chairman makes him well suited to the role of SID of the Company. The longest-running program of its kind in the world, the Leadership Development Program (LDP)® is designed for leaders of managers…managers in the middle.It is built around 6 factors vital to the success of managers: influence, communication, thinking and acting systemically, self-awareness, resiliency, and learning agility. A line manager is not the same as a project manager. Sebastian James joined the Board as a Non-Executive Director in August 2014 and is Chair of the Corporate Responsibility Committee. Authoritarian Leadership. Previously, Fiona served as CEO of Scottish Friendly Group for 11 years, before which she was Scottish Friendly Group’s Finance Director. Holding the future to a higher standard. Richard holds a general advisory role for the Ardonagh Group. Managing Director of Household, Partnerships & Data. Committee Membership By using our website you consent to accepting cookies in accordance with our Cookie Policy. He is responsible for leading the Group’s Marketing and Digital functions. From January 2012-2017, Adrian was Chair of the Race Equality Board, the race campaign of Business in the Community charity. As a graduate on our programme, you will be exposed to all kinds of projects, and stakeholders, by working across four rotations in different business areas. He is responsible for delivering the Commercial strategy, developing customer propositions, enhancing the Commercial brands and delivering efficiencies within the Commercial businesses. Humphrey joined the Group in 2011 and is General Counsel. Before joining the Group, Mark held roles at HSBC, 118 118 (now 118 118 Money) and Mars Inc. It is centred around aligning leadership purpose with the strategic purpose of the organisation. Committee Membership One of the core values at DLG is Aim Higher – being the best we can be in every area of the business, being innovative, and courageous and not shying away from challenges. Learn more, Penny James He was greeted by Mike Takahashi (not his real name), a senior manager of the Toyota Supplier Support Center (TSSC), a group responsible for developing Toyota’s and supplier plants’ competency in TPS. She was a NED of Admiral Group plc from 2015 to 2017. We have a great diverse group of graduates, with a wide variety of university degrees, and experiences to bring fresh thoughts and ideas into our business. CR Committee. Join us and help set an example for the rest of the industry to follow. José has over 25 years’ experience of the insurance industry. Our purpose is to help people carry on with their lives, giving them peace of mind for now and in the future. Tim joined Direct Line Group as CFO on 1 October 2019. If you hired people, did annual reviews, and had them reporting to you on a regular basis, this shows your employer trusted you at a very high level. He joined the Group as Product and Pricing Director for UK Partnerships. Investment Committee, Dr. Richard Ward Tim is also a Fellow of the Institute of Chartered Accountants in England and Wales and a Chartered Insurance Practitioner. Jonathan has over 30 years’ experience of the insurance industry. You’ll have a talent for spotting how to make things better, and for rolling up your sleeves to do just that. At the age of 40 he finally had a diagnosis that helped him understand why... Remuneration Committee. The Mars Leadership Experience (MLE) is the perfect grounding for a career in business leadership. Let's take the lead. See what they have to say here. He is responsible for leading the Group’s Claims, Information Technology (“IT”), Information Security, Procurement and Business Services functions. Danuta is Non-Executive Chair of St. Modwen Properties plc. A one-person show can turn out to be successful in situations when a leader is the most knowledgeable in the team. Committee Membership Until January 2019 she was Vice-Chairman of Save the Children UK and a Trustee Director of the Humanitarian Leadership Academy. Tim is a member of the Association of British Insurers Board and is Chair of their Prudential Financial and Taxation Committee. Fiona is currently Chairman of Scottish Mortgage Investment Trust plc and Non-Executive Director of Dixons Carphone plc. You’ll need at least a 2:1 undergraduate degree (in any discipline), with the flexibility to relocate across the UK during the programme. Coaching creates self-awareness, helps drive transformational change, and provides critical challenge and support. With over 30 years in the sports retail business with Sports Direct, he is invaluable to the Group. Steve Maddock Humphrey has over 25 years’ experience as a solicitor. The Board benefits from Fiona’s profound knowledge of the financial services industry and her previous extensive experience as both a business leader and an auditor makes her well suited to her role as a member of the Audit and Board Risk Committees. Committee Membership She is a Fellow of the Institute of Chartered Accountants in England and Wales. José Vazquez Before working at Telefónica, Danuta held various senior positions within BT Group from 1984 to 2001. Supporting the UK Sepsis Trust through Direct Line Group Community Fund. And you’ll need to be passionate and self-motivated too, so you can work with us to accelerate your career. Audit Committee, Direct Line Insurance Group plc (c) 2019 Kate is responsible for delivering the strategy and developing products for the Group’s Home, Pet, Travel, Life and Private Businesses as well as leading the Partnerships division. Our graduate programme is designed to develop the people who will enable us to create an exciting future, and to … Kate joined Direct Line Group in 2000 and is Managing Director of Household, Partnerships & Data. During her nine-year tenure as Chief Executive, she increased the customer base from just under 1 million to over 1.7 million. He qualified as a Chartered Accountant with Ernst & Young and is an Associate of the Institute of Chartered Accountants in England and Wales. Investment Committee, Mark Evans Kate Syred His career and experiences at Ernst & Young and Lloyds, in particular, make him suitable to chair the Audit Committee. They work to ensure programs are implemented effectively in a department to help the organization meet its goals. The Board benefits from Penny’s deep understanding of our sector as well as her leadership skills, financial and risk expertise, strategic thinking and cultural alignment. Neil has extensive industry and capital markets experience prior to joining the Group having previously worked at Brit Insurance and as an equity analyst at Merrill Lynch and Fox-Pitt, Kelton. He has worked in a number of roles within the Group, in Finance including Strategy and within the business, as Managing Director of NIG. A big well done to all of our colleagues that made it happen! In 2014 he was appointed to the main Board of Business in the Community and he continues to serve as an Advisor. José joined the Group in 2012 and is Chief Risk Officer. The fund has now reached its target of £100m, making it the biggest sector fund in the UK! She is also an Associate of the Royal College of Science. Together we’ve got through it, so let’s take that spirit into 2021. They act as a liason between employees and upper management. Adrian Joseph was appointed to the Board on 1 January 2021. Managing Director of Motor, Pricing & Underwriting. Social-mobility matters to us as we want to ensure everyone has the opportunity to fulfil their potential, regardless of their background. He was awarded an OBE for services to equality and diversity in business in the 2019 New Year’s honours list and was announced as the most influential black, Asian and minority ethnic technology leader in the UK by the Financial Times and Inclusive Boards in 2018. What’s more, your benefits are flexible: Bromley and Leeds are hubs for our graduates however throughout our graduate programme you could be working in any of our UK sites. 5 Leadership Styles You Can Use. ​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​Independent Non-Executive Director. Steve joined the Group in 2010 and is Chief Operating Officer. And, what’s great is that you’ll get to experience our different offices. Our graduate programme is designed to develop the people who will enable us to create an exciting future, and to always strive to Aim Higher. Gregor Stewart joined the Board as a Non-Executive Director in March 2018 and is Chair of the Audit Committee. Having operated in international organisations with global roles and projects in India, Romania, EMEA and the US, Vicky has experience in finance, retail and mobile telecommunications. #Forceforgood #community #charity #covid19 #fundraising, Our CEO, Penny James joins Business in the Community Scotland's The Lens podcast. Remuneration Committee. Nomination and Governance Committee (Chair) One: change is risky and means disrupting repetitive processes that leaders have been rewarded for improving over time. Line managers, also known as direct managers, oversee other employees and operations of a business. Being able to access these resources and get online will allow the children to stay on top of their studies, benefiting their development and long-term mental health. 8. #lifeatDLG #covid #covid19 #pr #comms #externalaffairs #internalcomms, Hints, tips and frequently asked questions, Study support towards the CII qualification. Mark previously held the role of Group CFO and Executive Director at Legal & General Group plc (“Legal & General”) until 2017. ​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​Independent Non-Executive Director. Previously, Kate was Commercial & Marketing Director for Privilege and launched Direct Line for Business in 2007. José was previously Global Chief Risk Officer and Group Chief Actuary at HSBC Insurance. He is now responsible for leading the Group's corporate strategy. Adrian’s expertise in data, AI and automation, as well as his passionate advocacy for diversity and inclusion, benefit the Board as it oversees the execution of a strategy of which these issues are a fundamental part. Jane is also a magistrate. ​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​Senior Independent Director. Six months into her role, two leaders hadn’t changed in the way she had hoped, so she made the necessary moves; fortunately, she had earlier decided to work with HR to create succession options. Executive Committee #Forceforgood #lifeatdlg #community #fundraising #covid19, However you’re celebrating this holiday season, Direct Line Group wishes you a happy and healthy end to 2020. If you’ve ever had direct reports, this is the most powerful example you can give. For over 100 years, CSA Group has helped make the world safer and more sustainable through testing, inspection, certification, and the development of standards You’ll also enjoy 25 days’ holiday with the option to buy or sell up to five days. Executive Committee Until 2018, Danuta was a NED and Chairman of the Remuneration Committee at both PageGroup plc and Old Mutual plc. Leadership is the ability to guide or direct others in response to a group's needs and goals. Audit Committee Audit Committee It’s designed to see if you can help shape our future – and to help us understand you as an individual, your personality and of course, your potential. Additional leadership styles include pluralistic leadership that revolves around group decision-making, a style that values the opinions of others. Additionally, he has a detailed understanding of the retail sector and customer service. Those who succeed as Group Leaders have excellent planning skills and a passion for children. Audit Committee Sofia stayed close to her direct reports, both individually and as a group (frequent one-on-one feedback and coaching sessions ensured that they remained fully on board). ​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​Independent Non-Executive Director. Beating the likes of Transformer Bumblebee, Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtle Donatello and RoboCop at their own game. Risk Committee Direct reports. ​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​General Counsel. He joined Royal London as Group Finance Director in 2014 and was additionally appointed as Deputy Chief Executive in 2018. Kate has over 18 years’ experience of the insurance industry. ​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​Independent Non-Executive Director. Danuta joined the Board as a Non-Executive Director in February 2017 and was appointed as Chair in August 2020. Corporate Responsibility Committee, Fiona McBain He began his career at The Boston Consulting Group. FIRST ® inspires young people to be science and technology leaders and innovators by engaging them in exciting mentor-based programs that build science, engineering, and technology skills, that inspire innovation, and that foster well-rounded life capabilities including self-confidence, communication, and leadership. By using our website you consent to accepting cookies in accordance with our Cookie Policy. As CEO, Penny is leading both the delivery of the Group’s short-term strategic imperatives, including technological and business transformation, and the development of the next stage of our strategy of targeting long-term sustainability. The Board benefits from his experience in the insurance industry and his insight into prudential regulation. She also has wide experience of developing and monitoring customer and conduct risk frameworks and overseeing IT and transformation programmes. From our family, to yours, have a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year. We’re excited to announce that we’ve donated £3.6 million to the Association of British Insurers Covid-19 Support Fund. The Board benefits from his previous extensive experience and knowledge of the financial services sector, particularly in life and general insurance, gained through his roles at Legal & General. Saved Jobs Menu Search & Apply. Interview. Gregor is a member of the Institute of Chartered Accountants of Scotland. One of these will be a customer facing contact centre placement, to enable you to get a true understanding of our services and how these impact our customers. Registered in England & Wales No 02280426. For most of his life, Stuart from the Counter Fraud Team has struggled to fit in. He was a NED of Partnership Assurance Group plc, now part of Just Group plc, between 2013 and 2016. Before this, she was Director of Group Finance at Prudential. Direct Line Group | 35,375 followers on LinkedIn. #ForceforGood #Lifeatdlg #socialmobility #levellingup #community #fundraising #charity, We're supporting KidsOut with their work tackling the digital divide faced by children in refuges. Dr. Richard Ward joined the Board as a Non-Executive Director and Senior Independent Director in January 2016. #ForceforGood #lifeatDLG #sustainability #csr #climateaction, We’re incredibly pleased to now offer Autism Spectrum Disorder, ADHD, Dyslexia and Dyspraxia assessments to our colleagues. He is responsible for the Group’s Risk Management and Compliance function and is a Fellow of the Institute of Actuaries. Vicky is Chief People Officer at Direct Line Group and has a wealth of experience in building HR functions, developing cultural frameworks and enhancing people capabilities. Mike was the founder of the Group and has the necessary skills for formulating the vision and strategy of the Group. Each of these rotations will come with their own learning opportunities to develop your personal and leadership skills, which is an incredible stepping stone into a permanent role at the end of the programme, and a great launchpad into your career. ​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​Chief Executive Officer. You’ll need real motivation and the ability to work in an ever-changing environment. Our support will fund 700 laptops so that every school aged child has access to a computer. Richard was Chief Executive of Lloyd’s of London from 2006 to 2013. Mark Gregory joined the Board as a Non-Executive Director in March 2018 and is Chair of the Investment Committee and interim Chair of the Remuneration Committee. Communicating these measures effectively to those in need was incredibly important and we're so proud to be recognised! Our rotational graduate programme is not just about learning how to do a job, but also about ensuring our graduates are equipped with the skills and tools they need to become future business leaders. Sebastian is President and Managing Director of Boots, and Senior Vice President of Walgreen Boots Alliance, Inc. Jane is a Non-Executive Director of William Hill plc and Chair of Reclaim Fund Ltd. She is an Independent Member of the Fairness Committee at ReAssure Ltd. Jane is the Honorary Treasurer and a Trustee of the Disasters Emergency Committee and has her own financial sector consulting business. Mark is an Associate of the Institute of Chartered Accountants in England and Wales. Before this, he was CEO of Synergy Insurance Services Limited, a private equity backed insurance company, and was previously Strategy Director at Mothercare plc. I interviewed at Direct Line Group (Leeds, England) in August 2020. Before joining Royal London, Tim had been Group CFO of Torus Insurance, Deputy Group CFO and Chief Capital Officer of Aviva plc and a Partner in the Global Capital Markets practice of PricewaterhouseCoopers. Grade of 2:1 is required for our Graduate programmes. We Are the World's Leading Youth-Serving Nonprofit Advancing STEM Education. Board Risk Committee He joined EY with over ten year’s cloud, digital, platform, data science and analytics experience gained in senior leadership roles at Google, and a further 15 years in industry and consultancy. Committee Membership Committee Membership Steve’s previous roles include Director of Strategic and Technical Claims at RSA, Director of Claims and Customer Service at Capita, and Director of Operations at AMP. Before being Chief Executive of Lloyd’s of London he was previously Chief Executive, later Vice Chairman, of the International Petroleum Exchange, rebranded ICE Futures. Jonathan joined the Group in 2000 and is Managing Director, Commercial. It all starts with a competitive £2,500 joining bonus and a £28,150 salary, which will grow as you do – with an annual pay increase on the anniversary of your start date. So when Covid-19 hit we quickly implemented measures to do the right thing for our people, our customers and our society. Before joining the Group, Kate held roles in Calvin Klein Cosmetics, Moore Stephens – Vladivostok and qualified as a Chartered Accountant with the National Audit Office. Jane spent her early career with KPMG, working in the financial sector, becoming responsible for delivering corporate governance, internal audit and risk-management services in the north of England. Remuneration Committee (interim Chair), Jane Hanson Dallis arrived at Toyota’s Kentucky headquarters early one wintry morning in January 2002. Jane Hanson joined the Board in December 2011 and is Chair of the Board Risk Committee. Browse the latest online leadership courses from Harvard University, including "Public Leadership Credential" and "Exercising Leadership: Foundational Principles." He is also a Trustee of the Museum of Modern Art Limited. Steve has nearly 30 years’ experience of the insurance industry. #Alwaysbyyourside #lifeatdlg #forceforgood #christmas #newyear, We've pledged £1M of our Community Fund to address the challenges that Covid-19 has had – and continues to have – a long-lasting impact on. It can be really hard to get a formal diagnosis through the NHS, so offering this to our colleagues free of charge is a huge step and can make a real difference to their life, not just at work but in their personal life too. We've already shown our commitment by signing the Social Mobility Pledge and we want to do our bit by supporting projects that help young and disadvantaged children build the skills they need for the future. One of those areas we've chosen to focus on is social-mobility. Eligibility to participate in our Performance Award Scheme 18 months after joining the programme, Life insurance, private medical cover and income protection, 50% off our Home, Motor, and Pet Insurance products. Jane has extensive experience of risk management, corporate governance and internal control. Authoritarian leadership styles allow a leader to impose expectations and define outcomes. We've navigated the challenges that 2020 presented by focusing on the wellbeing of our people, supporting our customers, contributing to society and stepping up our plans to tackle climate change. Fiona has over 30 years’ experience in retail financial services, in the industry and as an auditor, in the UK and the USA. The Board benefits from Tim’s many years of experience as a finance director in the insurance industry, his detailed knowledge of capital markets and his track record of successfully leading finance transformation programmes. #lifeatdlg #neurodiversity #diversity #inclusion #purplelightup #IDPD2020, We're delighted to have won the award for Best Customer Communications at the The Financial Services Forum #MEAwards2020 for our communications in response to Covid-19. Identifying the leadership style f or an organization by using this approach includes identification of the type of work, the complexity of the organization, and the qualifications of the followers. Richard was also a NED of London Clearing House, a member of the PwC Advisory Board and a Board member of the Geneva Association. Nomination and Governance Committee One of the core values at DLG is Aim Higher – being the best we can be in every area of the business, being innovative, and courageous and not shying away from challenges. Penny talks about how our vision and purpose has helped us navigate the challenges 2020 presented, how her leadership style has evolved and the surprising power of vulnerability. Want to know how you can build a rewarding future at Direct Line Group? He was Non-Executive Chairman of Brit Syndicates Limited and Executive Chairman of Cunningham Lindsey from 2014 to 2018. Jane has also held a number of executive roles, including Director of Audit, and Risk and Governance Director at Aviva plc. We look for more than just a degree. The International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) ensuring humanitarian protection and assistance for victims of war and other situations of violence. Gus has over 25 years’ experience in a wide range of sectors and roles, having started his career as a civil servant for the Home Office. Listen now. Gus joined Direct Line Group in 2011 and is Managing Director of Motor, Pricing & Underwriting. She is also a NED of Monzo Bank Limited. #forceforgood #lifeatdlg #responsiblebusiness #sustainability, We're honoured that Direct Line's 'We're on it' campaign has been named in Marketing Week's Best Marketing Campaigns of 2020. shorturl.at/adBFJ Committee Membership Pacific Northwest Summit Seattle, WA | May 3-4, 2021; Midwest Summit Cleveland, OH | May 6-7, 2021; Southern California Summit San Diego, CA | June 7-8, 2021 It’s been a challenging year for many, and the resilience and compassion of our customers, our colleagues and our communities has been so inspiring! Before joining HSBC, José worked for Zurich Insurance, first in its London Market Operations, then as Chief Actuary International Business Division (Asia, Latin America and Africa) and lastly as Chief Actuary in the UK. Participants will engage in reflective learning, examining core leadership themes including: power and influence, motivation, authenticity and adaptability, change, complexity, and diversity. So, not only do you get to experience working from our different offices, but you also get a great opportunity to explore new and different corners around the UK. This can involve working directly with a school district, or with a nonprofit youth program. The process took 8 weeks. Mark joined Direct Line Group in 2012 and is Managing Director of Marketing & Digital. After this he moved into strategy consulting for the Boston Consulting Group, and then into retail banking for Bradford & Bingley. 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