Charlotte Nixon set to join Aviva as head of strategic accounts for the individual protection sector in January.
- Nixon transitions from Quilter Financial Planning, where she held a pivotal director role.
- Her insights from the Association of Mortgage Intermediaries Board enhance Aviva’s market strategy.
- Daren Boys, Aviva’s protection portfolio director, anticipates valuable contributions from Nixon.
- Quilter Financial Planning acknowledges Nixon’s significant impact on their mortgage and protection network.
Charlotte Nixon is poised to take on a significant role at Aviva, joining as the head of strategic accounts for their individual protection division in January. Her impending transition marks a noteworthy shift from her previous position as the proposition and distribution director at Quilter Financial Planning. This move positions Aviva to leverage Nixon’s extensive industry knowledge and leadership acumen.
Nixon’s background includes valuable insights gained from her service on the Association of Mortgage Intermediaries Board, which she is expected to utilise to strengthen Aviva’s strategic market engagements. According to Daren Boys, Aviva’s protection portfolio distribution director, Nixon’s arrival is highly anticipated. Boys expressed enthusiasm for integrating her first-hand experience, which spans both distributor and insurer perspectives, into their operations.
“She is already well connected across the individual protection industry and has upstream mortgage market insights,” stated Boys, highlighting the assets Nixon brings to the role. Her appointment is seen as enhancing Aviva’s collaboration with major UK distributors, a key aspect of their strategic market positioning.
Nixon herself has expressed excitement about joining Aviva at what she describes as a pivotal time for their individual protection business. She looks forward to leading the strategic account management team in further developing Aviva’s strong adviser proposition and ensuring robust support for their clients.
Reflecting on Nixon’s tenure at Quilter Financial Planning, managing director Stephen Fryett noted her instrumental role in advancing their mortgage and protection offerings. Her leadership was cited as a crucial factor in expanding adviser support, guiding them towards successful business growth. Fryett extends best wishes to Nixon as she embarks on this new chapter with Aviva.
Charlotte Nixon’s appointment signals a promising advancement for Aviva’s strategic ambitions in individual protection.
