Business protection

Business Protection

A range of solutions designed to protect businesses against financial loss resulting from the death, illness, or incapacity of key individuals, from directors to specialist staff.

Key benefits

Why people choose Business Protection

  • Safeguards the future of the business
  • Protects shareholders, directors, and employees
  • Supports continuity planning
  • Provides stability during challenging times

What's typically included

What Business Protection covers

  • An umbrella term covering solutions such as Key Person Insurance, Shareholder Protection, and Relevant Life Insurance
  • Can be tailored to protect against loss of profit, loss of ownership control, or loss of key skills and relationships
  • Suitable for sole traders, partnerships, and limited companies of different sizes
  • Often built into a wider business continuity or succession plan

Important to know

What's not usually covered

Every policy is different, so exact exclusions depend on the insurer and your individual circumstances. Common exclusions to be aware of include:

  • Business Protection is a category of cover; the exact terms and exclusions depend on which underlying policy or policies are arranged
  • Cover typically needs reviewing as the business grows, changes ownership, or takes on new key staff
  • Death by suicide within the first 12 months of a policy is typically excluded
  • Appropriate legal and tax advice alongside insurance is usually recommended for business protection arrangements

Common questions

Business Protection FAQs

Quick answers to the things people ask us most. Can't find what you're looking for? Get in touch and we'll be happy to help.

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What does "Business Protection" actually include?

It is a general term covering a range of insurance-based solutions, such as Key Person Insurance, Shareholder Protection, and Relevant Life Insurance, chosen to suit the specific risks facing a business.

Which type of Business Protection is right for my company?

This depends on your business structure, ownership, and the risks that would have the biggest financial impact, whether that is losing a key person, an owner, or key staff. An adviser can help identify the most relevant solutions.

Is Business Protection only for large companies?

No, it is relevant to businesses of all sizes, including sole traders, partnerships, and small limited companies, where the loss of one key individual can have a significant financial impact.

How often should Business Protection be reviewed?

It is worth reviewing cover whenever the business changes significantly, such as taking on new shareholders, key staff, or debt, and at least periodically as part of ongoing business planning.

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