Simon Allen

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Transformation Programme Director at PIB Group

Solihull, England, United Kingdom

Overview

Simon is a senior executive with over 30 years of experience in leading large-scale business transformation, change management, and IT service delivery. He has a strong track record in regulated industries like insurance and banking, managing teams of over 200 individuals and collaborating with C-suite colleagues on strategic initiatives.

Following the successful transition of services from Legal & General Insurance to Allianz, his role became redundant after a 3-month contract extended to nearly seven years.

Personality Overview

Value Driven

Curious

Assertive

They are generally good communicators and can be hard to convince.  They ask a lot of questions and rely heavily on information and collaterals. They can sound friendly and charming but can quickly change gears to become inquisitive and probing.

Topics They Care About

Large-Scale Transformations
His career is defined by roles like Transformation Programme Director at PIB Group and Aviva, focusing on M&A, migrations, and strategic technology goals.
IT & Change Management
He has repeatedly held roles as Change Director, directing large teams of change professionals to deliver technology and business solutions at companies like Allianz and Legal & General.
Insurance Industry Tech
[Predicted] His recent, long-term leadership roles at PIB Group, Aviva, Legal & General, and Allianz indicate a deep focus on technology within the insurance sector.

Media Appearances

Simon has no verified media appearances

Work History

10-2025
Transformation Programme Director at PIB Group
3-2023 - 10-2025
Transformation Programme Director at Aviva
12-2018 - 12-2022
Change Director at Legal & General
8-2016 - 12-2018
Programme Manager at Legal & General
5-2022 - 9-2022
Change Director at Allianz Insurance

Education

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Insights For Selling To Simon

During A Call Or A Meeting

DO's

  • Help them realize that there is no personal risk in making this decision
  • Build rapport, it will come handy to handle hard questions later
  • Be prepared for a lot of questions, answer them objectively

DONT's

  • Don’t be too objective but make sure to pad your storytelling with data points
  • Avoid making offhand commitments
  • Don’t try to rush them into a decision, provide all necessary information first

When Cold Calling

When Writing An Email

While Negotiating & Closing

    The secret to closing fast with Simon is

  • Proven value, strong testimonials are important for them, rapport can impact decisions a little.
  • Will you ever get a clear answer from Simon

  • They are practical and friendly, don't expect a clear-cut response often.

Insights For Deal Planning

    How fast (or slow) will Simon move?

  • They like to be detailed and take their time to arrive at decisions.
  • Can Simon take some risk or not?

  • They weigh all decisions systematically and are unlikely to take many risks.

You And Simon

Personality Compatibility


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