Fintech risks are complex and they keep shifting. We design insurance around your business model, whether you run peer-to-peer lending, a challenger bank or a Web3 firm. That gives you a plan for managing risk at each step of your journey.
Our own "Lockton Pioneers Protection" policy wording brings separate covers together in one streamlined policy, with enhancements designed for the fintech sector.
Our global network means we can look after your account wherever you choose to grow, and it widens our view of regulation.
We build our policies to ease regulatory pressure, including the minimum professional indemnity cover set by PSD2.
We understand the whole sector, from peer-to-peer lending and challenger banks to Web3 and digital assets.
Independent benchmarking shows how your limits, premiums and retentions compare.
We map out your insurance journey from first idea onwards, wherever you are today.
What we cover
Professional Indemnity (including Technology Errors & Omissions)
Directors and Officers Liability
Cyber Liability
Theft/Crime
Intellectual Property
Client Fund Safeguarding
Employee Benefits such as Keypersons
Business Travel Insurance
Office Insurance
Other risk management solutions
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“Lockton has guided and supported us from our early days as an aspiring bank all the way through to today. The team's knowledge of the fintech insurance sector has helped us to navigate the changing market and source optimal insurance solutions"
As a fintech it is important to have specialist insurance cover as typical financial services sector policies do not provide the full scope of cover that is required by fintech’s.
A comprehensive fintech Insurance policy will often combine several covers such as Professional Indemnity, Directors and Officers Liability, Crime and Cyber under one policy. This ensures that there is no gap in coverage which could leave you exposed to potential claims.
What fintech Insurance should I be considering?
We tailor your insurance program to best suit your business aims and objectives as fintech insurance is not a ‘one size fits all’ science. We work with our clients to understand their exposures and engineer a programme to mitigate these risks and provide solutions to give them the certainty they require.
We would suggest that you consider:
Professional Indemnity (PI)
Directors and Officers Liability (D&O)
Cyber Liability
Theft/Crime
Intellectual Property (IP)
Employee Benefits
Can my fintech policy be adapted as we expand?
Your fintech programme should be designed to support your business growth as you expand, whether you are fintech start-up or are more established company looking to grow globally. We also look for ways to proactively support our clients by bolstering your policy with benefits to help you attract talent, ease regulatory concerns and support your business growth.
As well as the core covers provided under a fintech policy, you may also require additional insurances such as Key Persons, Employer’s Liability and Travel which Lockton can service inhouse.
What is the process of obtaining a quote?
Our specialist fintech team work with you to understand your risk profile to establish your demands and needs.
We undertake a data capture in order to collate the information required to discuss your risk with insurers. Once we believe we have created the best solution for your requirements we will present this to you with a detailed overview of the work we have undertaken.
Lockton has strong relationships with all the established insurers in the fintech sector and works with only those with an excellent claim payment reputation.
What benefits can Lockton add?
Lockton’s fintech Practice brings together industry specialists across the financial service sector who have experience in servicing clients from start-ups to unicorn status.
Our global footprint enables us to service our client’s globally including arranging local policies when required by local regulator or jurisdiction, so you only have to deal with one broker.
Lockton’s exclusive ‘DNA for fintech’ policy wording provides enhanced coverages specifically aimed to provide additional comfort for risks pertinent to the fintech sector. We have extensive relationships with key members of the fintech industry ranging from major venture capitalists, lawyers and regulatory bodies. We pass on the knowledge we accumulate to our clients to ensure that we can help support them throughout their journey.
How can fintechs create a more engaging employee benefits package?
Employee benefits are a growing battleground for attracting and retaining top talent in the fintech industry. Traditional offerings, like health insurance, might not be the most engaging. Here, fintechs have a unique opportunity to differentiate themselves.At Lockton, we can design market-leading and engaging employee benefits that go beyond traditional offerings. From health-orientated dental insurance, health assessments, and cash plan, to financial security-driven critical illness, spouse life, travel insurance, and more.
Do you offer employee benefits packages for fintech start-ups?
Yes. We understand how vital employee benefits are to the success of an organisation and the role they play in reward and wellbeing strategies.
As the foundation of employee support and a driver for long-term employee engagement, they are crucial in differentiating the employee value proposition. Which is why we offer tailored solutions for small and mid-sized businesses as well as large corporations. Find out more.
Why should fintechs consider Key Person Insurance?
In the fast-paced world of fintech, your team is your most valuable asset. Key Person Insurance protects your business from the financial hardship caused by the loss of a critical employee, such as a founder, CEO, or a highly skilled developer.
It can allow a business to continue trading, protecting short-term cash flow while business stabilises. It can also protect against corporate debt, the ability to make loan repayments to secure the future of the business, or protecting investment of newly acquired entities. Find out more.
How can Lockton help fintechs to engage their employees with their employee benefits?
Your business needs effective communications to drive employee engagement and maximise the impact of your benefits programme. After all, creating the perfect package for your business and your people’s needs is meaningless if no one understands or gains from what’s on offer.
We’re here to ensure your benefits are effectively communicated to your employees. With Lockton by your side, you can maximise your investment, optimise your attractiveness as an employer, and free up your HR team to focus on other critical tasks. Find out more about our benefits communication services.
