Gillian Martin, managing director of marine at Lloyd’s broker SSL Endeavour, has been working for firms in the London market for the best part of 30 years.

She started towards the end of an era when the market’s backing came largely from wealthy individuals called “names”. Today, it is a more corporate-driven market and culture.

Under the leadership of chief executive John Neal, the insurance marketplace is about to embark on the next stage of its evolution, focused on digital technology and providing a better working environment and opportunities for women like Martin.