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Coalition Appoints Delvin Tillett as Head of Cyber Underwriting to Expand UK Active Insurance

By Lauren Towner · 4 September 2026

In brief: Coalition has named Delvin Tillett as Head of Cyber Underwriting, UK, expanding its team alongside two additional senior hires from Allianz Commercial to bolster active cyber underwriting for enterprise policyholders.

Key facts
Primary AppointmentDelvin Tillett (Head of Cyber Underwriting, UK)
Industry Experience23 years London Market, 13+ years cyber risk
Strategic PartnerAllianz Commercial
Policyholder CountOver 110,000 worldwide
Press Release: Coalition Appoints Delvin Tillett as Head of Cyber Underwriting to Expand UK Active Insurance | Featured Image by FF News

LONDON - 04 September 2026 - Coalition, the world's first Active Insurance provider designed to prevent digital risk before it strikes, today announced the appointment of Delvin Tillett as Head of Cyber Underwriting, UK.

“Adding Delvin’s expertise will help us expand our UK underwriting services across all segments, including our new enterprise policyholders,” commented Tom Draper, Coalition’s Head of UK. “He brings over 23 years of London Market experience, with over 13 years of those years spent focused on underwriting cyber and technology risks. He will be a true asset to our growing efforts in the UK.”

Delvin Tillett joins Coalition from Allianz Commercial through the companies’ expanded strategic partnership announced in May 2026. At Allianz, he served as Regional Head of Cyber UK & South Africa. Prior to Allianz, he held senior positions at Munich Re, Marsh, Aspen Insurance Group, and AXIS Capital.

In the UK, Coalition also welcomed two additional employees from Allianz:

  • Deacon Lee joins as an Enterprise Underwriter. He was a cyber underwriter at Allianz for two years and before that, held commercial and cyber risk roles at Aon.
  • Robert Granger joins as a Senior Risk Consultant, Enterprise. He brings a background spanning cybersecurity, defence, and financial services, including senior cyber roles in the Royal Air Force and private-sector security consulting.

Frequently asked questions

Who is Coalition's new Head of Cyber Underwriting in the UK?

Coalition has appointed Delvin Tillett as Head of Cyber Underwriting, UK. Tillett brings over 23 years of London Market experience, with more than 13 years dedicated to underwriting cyber and technology risks at firms including Allianz, Munich Re, Marsh, Aspen, and AXIS Capital.

How does the Allianz partnership impact Coalition's UK hiring?

Following an expanded strategic partnership with Allianz Commercial announced in May 2026, Coalition recruited Delvin Tillett alongside Deacon Lee (Enterprise Underwriter) and Robert Granger (Senior Risk Consultant, Enterprise) to strengthen its UK active cyber underwriting capabilities.

What is Active Insurance and how does Coalition deliver it?

Active Insurance combines traditional coverage with real-time cybersecurity tools and threat alerts to prevent digital risks before they occur. Coalition provides these capabilities through its automated risk platform, Coalition Control, and incident response services.

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Companies in this story: AXIS Capital, Coalition, Royal Air Force, Aon, Aspen Insurance Group, Munich Re, Marsh, Allianz

People in this story: Tom Draper, Delvin Tillett, Deacon Lee, Robert Granger

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