Ancillary Trading and Performance Manager

Contract Type: Permanent, Full Time

Salary Range: £78,400 - £98,000 depending on experience

Location: Eastleigh / Hybrid

Travel: Visit our offices in Eastleigh on average 1 day per month, and depending on business need.

Closing Date: Friday 22nd May 2026

Ageas UK are looking for an Ancillary Trading and Performance Manager to take the lead in shaping the performance and growth of a critical revenue stream across our well-known brands. In this exciting and highly visible role, you’ll own the end-to-end trading performance of ancillary products, using data-driven insight and commercial expertise to unlock new opportunities, optimise pricing and propositions, and enhance customer journeys. You’ll play a key part in balancing strong financial delivery with a commitment to fair, customer-focused outcomes. Working at the heart of our Direct business, you’ll collaborate with senior stakeholders across Finance, Pricing, Marketing and Underwriting to influence strategic decisions and drive continuous improvement. From leading forecasting and performance analysis to identifying emerging trends and opportunities, you’ll act as the go-to expert for ancillary performance. This is a fantastic opportunity to make a real impact, combining analytical thinking, commercial acumen and innovation to help shape the future success of Ageas UK.

Responsibilities:

• Own and drive the trading performance of ancillary products, premium finance and other income streams to deliver sustainable growth and maximise value.
• Produce clear, insight-led management information and performance reporting to support effective commercial decision making.
• Lead forecasting, budgeting and month-end analysis, providing accurate performance commentary and identifying key drivers and trends.
• Identify opportunities to optimise pricing, products and customer journeys, enhancing both commercial outcomes and customer experience.
• Monitor market and competitor activity, delivering benchmarking and insight to inform trading strategies and future opportunities.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with teams including Finance, Pricing, Marketing and Underwriting to drive continuous improvement and influence strategic initiatives.

Skills and Experience:

• Proven commercial experience with ownership or strong exposure to a P&L, with the ability to drive performance and deliver against financial targets.
• Experience in a product-focused role, with a strong understanding of product lifecycle management and optimisation within a commercial environment.
• Demonstrable expertise in product trading optimisation, using data and insight to improve performance, pricing and customer outcomes.
• Background in General Insurance or a similar commercial sector, with a solid understanding of market dynamics and customer needs.
• Strong analytical and financial modelling skills, with the ability to translate complex data into clear, actionable insight.
• Previous line management or leadership experience is preferred, with the ability to influence, coach and collaborate across cross-functional teams.

Benefits:

• Flexible Working – Smart Working @ Ageas gives employees flexibility around location (as long as it’s within the UK) and, for many of our roles, flexibility within the working day to manage other commitments, such as school drop-offs etc. We also offer all our vacancies part-time/job-shares.
• A minimum of 35 days holiday (including bank holidays) and you can buy and sell days.
• Health benefits – Dental Insurance, Health Cash Plan, Health Screening, Will Writing, Voluntary Critical Illness, Mental Health First Aiders, Well Being Activities – Mindfulness.
• Wealth benefits – 50% off esure and Sheilas' Wheels motor and home insurance, Annual Bonus Schemes, Annual Salary Reviews, Competitive Pension, Employee Savings, Employee Loans.
• Work well-being – Well-being activities, mindfulness sessions, Sports and Social Club events and more.
• Family support – Maternity/pregnant parent/primary adopter entitlement of 16 weeks at full pay and paternity/non-pregnant parent/co-adopter at 8 weeks’ full pay.
• Benefits for family – Partner Life Assurance and Critical Illness cover.
• Technology – Deals on various gadgets including Wearables, Tablets and Laptops.
• Transport – Car Salary Exchange, Cycle Scheme, Vehicle Breakdown Cover.
• Return to work programme after maternity leave.

EEO Statement: As an inclusive employer, we encourage anyone to apply. We’re a signatory of the Race at Work Charter and Women in Finance Charter, member of iCAN and GAIN. As a Disability Confident Leader, we are committed to ensuring our recruitment processes are fully inclusive. That means if you are applying for a job with us, you will have fair access to support and adjustments throughout your recruitment experience. If the list does not cover the support you need, please contact our Recruitment Team to discuss how they can help. We also guarantee an interview for applicants with a disability who meet the minimum criteria for the role. We have a zero-tolerance approach towards any form of harassment during the recruitment process, ensuring that everyone is treated with respect and professionalism.