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Needham Insurance Services

Business Lines Team

Tony Armstrong

Commercial Lines Director

Emma Walker Cert CII

Fleet Manager

Douglas Philpott

Commercial Lines Manager

Sharron Greenaway

Commercial Lines Executive

Chloe Sharman

Commercial Lines Executive

Julia Dunn

Commercial Lines Executive

Amanda Elkington Cert CII

Compliance & Claims Manager

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Personal Lines Team

Peter Towers

Personal Lines Manager

David Harris

Personal Lines Executive

Sonja Pinkett

Personal Lines Executive

Debbie Johnson

Personal Lines executive

Peter Burke

Personal Lines executive

Accounts team

Allison Askew

Accounts Executive

Amy Steane

Accounts Executive
Baldersons Insurance Services

Insurance as a way of life

Commercial & Personal Lines Team

Keeley Smith

Personal Lines and Commercial Account Executive

Joe Shipman

Commercial Lines Account Executive

Lesley Denton

Personal Lines and Commercial Account Executive.

Zachary Burns

Personal Lines and Commercial Account Executive.

Richard Hawley

Branch Manager & Commercial Lines Executive
Corporate Insurance Solutions

Insurance as a way of life

Commercial Lines Team

Paul Dockerty

Office Manager & Commercial Account Executive

Helen Dockerty

Commercial Account Handler
PJ Insurance Brokers

Insurance as a way of life

Petersfield Office

Lynda Hill

Branch manager, Petersfield Office
Handles all classes of Insurance. Has run her own business and been established in Petersfield for many years.

Hilary Whithouse

Personal Lines and Commercial Account Executive
Specialises in all Motor Business

Waybridge Office

Peter Robinson FCII

Branch Manager
Peter has an extensive history in insurance broking since 1978, following 5 years of underwriting and sales with a major Composite Insurer. Deals with the PJ business at all levels.

Daniel Ward

Personal Lines and Commercial Account Executive

Jackie Robinson

Personal Lines and Commercial Account Executive
Deals with office accounts and assists with Personal and Commercial insurances.

Alan Lambeth

Personal Lines and Commercial Account Executive
Alan has a wealth of knowledge and experience gained from a career of nearly 30 years in the Insurance Industry.
The Needham Group

Insurance as a way of life

Management Team

Neal Lowe

Managing Director

Paul Hughes

Operations Manager

Charlotte Deane

Finance Manager

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Needham Insurance Group is a trading style of Ringsite Limited and is Authorised and Regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority. FCA Number 304514 Registered in England and Wales.

Registered number: 4066049. Registered office: Needham Insurance Services, 4 HRFC Business Centre, Leicester Road, Hinckley, LE10 3DR.

Tony Armstrong
Commercial Lines Director

02476 326213

tony@needhaminsurance.co.uk

My insurance career began in 1988 with the Guardian Royal Exchange and then moved into brokering in 1998. I set up IFM Select Nuneaton in 2011 and ran this for 8 years before being purchased by Needham’s. My favourite car is Tesla and I have owned two other electric cars but a Tesla is the goal. I love a cruise but I did really enjoy New York. I like to play golf badly and watch football in my spare time.

Emma Walker

Cert CII

Fleet Manager

02476 326213

emma@needhaminsurance.co.uk

Emma was born and educated in Coventry and started her Insurance career in 1998.  Starting with The Insurance Line she has managed to work in all areas of insurance along the way. Her last role was for quite some time so gained lots of valuable knowledge and experience she also completed her Certificate in Insurance Qualification with the Chartered Insurance Institute. Away from the office Emma is married with 3 children and enjoys spending her time with her family as much as possible holidaying, shopping and days out.  She also seems to be taxi service for the children’s Karate and Netball hobbies but wouldn’t have it any other way.

Douglas Philpott
Commercial Lines Manager

02476 326213

doug@needhaminsurance.co.uk

My insurance career started 37 years ago at MFL Insurance brokers, and I continued my career there when the company was bought out by Swinton Insurance. My favourite car would be a Aston Martin DB11, and my favourite holiday destination is Tenerife, as you are guaranteed sunshine all year long! My passions are Football, both playing and watching, Eighties music and real ales. 

Sharron Greenaway
Personal Lines Executive

02476 326213

sharron@needhaminsurance.co.uk

I began my career in insurance over 30 years ago, had a couple of years out working for an asbestos company, in between raising 2 children. Now they have flown the nest, I spend my time enjoying afternoon tea in as many different locations as possible, relaxing at a spa day or going to the theatre. I enjoy reading and everything 80’s!

Chloe Sharman
Commercial Lines Executive

02476 326213

chloe@needhaminsurance.co.uk

I’m just starting out in my insurance career and looking forward to exciting times ahead. I have always been interested in business and finance and am a keen viewer of The Apprentice. I will be studying for my insurance exams- wish me luck! Outside of work I love going to the gym, socialising with friends and watching a good Netflix series. I don’t have any pets but love penguins, they’re so cute. If I could only watch one show for the rest of my life it would be Friends.

Julia Dunn
Commercial Lines Executive

02476 326213

julia@needhaminsurance.co.uk

I have worked in the Insurance Industry for 30 years and during this time, I have undertaken various roles for several different Companies, ranging from underwriting, sales, compliance oversight and management. I joined Needhams 4 years ago and enjoy helping business owners navigate through the world of Commercial Insurance and keeping up to date with developments in the Industry. Outside of work, I enjoy camping and the great outdoors, weather permitting.  I love travelling and have been lucky enough to visit many different countries, mainly in Europe and the Middle East. I am a huge dog lover and volunteer for an animal rescue centre, both dog walking and undertaking home-checks on potential adopters. I have an 18 year old daughter who is studying at University and visit her whenever possible. I also have family in the North East who I visit when I can so spend lots of time driving. My favourite car would be something stylish with plenty of mod-cons to keep me occupied on long drives

Amanda Elkington

Cert CII

Compliance & Claims Manager

02476 326213

amanda@needhaminsurance.co.uk

My career started in 1981 with Britannic Assurance which lasted over 18 years , moving on to working at a Financial Advisers practice for over 10 years. As I wanted to experience Commercial Insurance, I progressed for a further 7 years working at a Commercial Brokers handling claims, compliance and administration.  My interests are keeping up to date with insurance news and legislation and in my spare time I enjoy daily walks with my Cavalier King Charles, also occasional longer field treks with my daughters rescue dog a chocolate Labrador.  I am keen on all sport especially tennis, which  I like to play socially at a local club when I can.  My ultimate dream car would be a Bugatti Chiron. 

Peter Towers
Personal Lines Manager

02476 326213

peter@needhaminsurance.co.uk

I started working in Insurance after leaving school in 1995 and have worked for various Insurance Brokers in Coventry and Birmingham mostly dealing with Motor Insurance. In my spare time I enjoy playing Squash and exploring the countryside at weekends with my family. My ideal holiday would be a Caribbean beach holiday.

Anthony Dean
Personal Lines Executive

02476 354569

anthony@needhaminsurance.co.uk

My insurance career began 30 years ago at Autoplus Insurance. In 1992 along with my wife, we set up Athena Insurance Services and ran this for 24 years. My favourite car is a Porsche Cayman and my favourite holiday destination is Magic Life in Ibiza. My hobbies include watching Coventry Blaze Ice Hockey, playing football and exercise classes.

Sonja Pinkett
Personal Lines Executive

02476 354569

sonja@needhaminsurance.co.uk

I joined Needham Insurance over 10 years ago but have worked  in the industry for over 30 years working at various brokers.  In my spare time I enjoy reading, walking and spending time with my family.  I don’t have a favourite holiday destination, anywhere hot will do.

Debbie Johnson
Personal Lines Executive

02476 354569

debbie2@needhaminsurance.co.uk

I have worked in insurance for over 25 years.I have now worked at Needham Insurance for over 10years. Favourite holiday destination so far is India. My hobbies are keeping fit and am currently renovating a house with my husband.

Peter Burke
Personal Lines Executive

02476 354569

peter1@needhaminsurance.co.uk

I have recently joined the Needham insurance team and looking forward to persevering in this industry and becoming a fully qualified professional in insurance. Training and regularly visiting the gym is part of my weekly routine and I also enjoy cooking dishes from various cuisine’s, socialising with friends and family and have a passion for many types of genres of music

Allison Askew
Accounts Executive

02476 326213

allison@needhaminsurance.co.uk

I joined Needham Insurance in January 2010. I have 20+ years experience in Office Administration, 8 years within a commercial insurance environment.I have a crazy cocker spaniel and love going on long walks with him, I also enjoy running and exercise classes. My favourite holiday destination is Jamaica.

Amy Steane
Accounts Executive

02476 326213

amy@needhaminsurance.co.uk

I started working in insurance in December 2000. I would have to say my favourite car is a Land Rover one day I hope to own one preferably in white! I love to visit anywhere hot, although I have to say Portugal is my favourite place as this is where my parents live. I spend all my spare time with my family, we love to put our wellies on and go exploring our local woods with our crazy beagle.

Keeley Smith
Personal Lines and Commercial Account Executive

0114 258 2561

keeley@baldersons.co.uk

I enjoy the camaraderie with my colleagues.

I have 3 sons, 2 of which play for 3 different football teams each so there’s not a great deal of time to do much else outside of work (apart from the odd glass of wine, which I really enjoy)!

My favourite car is an Audi Q8

My dream holiday destination is Bermuda.

Joe Shipman
Joe Shipman
Commercial Account Executive

0114 258 2561

joe@baldersons.co.uk

I enjoy working at Baldersons because he says we have great staff and great clients!

I enjoy playing football when I’m not working.

My favourite car is an Audi RS6 and my dream holiday destination is Australia.

Lesley Denton
Lesley Denton
Personal Lines and Commercial Account Executive

0114 258 2561

lesley@baldersons.co.uk

I began working for Baldersons in 1986 and I have seen it change throughout the years. The friendly, family, caring environment has always been a key part of the office life and that is still the same.

Outside of work, my family plays a big part in my spare time; I always enjoys a good family gathering and I swim every morning before work! I also enjoys a long walk to blow away the cobwebs.

My dream holiday destination would be Malaysia as I would love to explore more of it.

Zachary Burns
Zachary Burns
Personal Lines and Commercial Account Executive

0114 258 2561

zachary@baldersons.co.uk

I enjoy the close relationship that me and my colleagues have which makes it easy to work as a team in our everyday tasks.
 
Outside of work, I enjoy watching and playing football as well as going to the gym.
 
One day, I would love to own an Aston Martin DB9 and my dream holiday destination would be the Maldives, staying in a sea villa!
Richard Hawley
Branch Manager & Commercial Lines Executive

0114 258 2561

richard.hawley@baldersons.co.uk

I enjoy the professional environment and team ethos that we have and share here at Needham Insurance.

I also loves walking, socialising and watching sport.

My favourite car is a Mercedes G-wagon and my dream holiday destination is Dronfield

Neal Lowe Managing Director Needham Group
Neal Lowe
Managing Director

02476 326213

neal@needhaminsurance.co.uk

Started working as an Insurance Broker in 1988 and purchased Needham Insurance in 2001. I have been Managing Director for the last 17 years and the business has grown year on year. My favourite holiday destination is Spain and I do also like to have the occasional road trip around Europe. My dream car is a Tesla and to own one is definitely on my bucket list.

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Needham Insurance – Nuneaton

Business Lines

02476 326 213

Personal Lines

02476 354 569

Baldersons – Sheffield

0114 258 2561

Corporate Solutions – Lutterworth

01455 550707

PJ Insurance Brokers 

Weybridge Office

01932 852225

Petersfield Office

01730 264664

The Needham Group Offices

Nuneaton Office

18 Arbury Road
Nuneaton
CV10 7NA


02476 354 569

enquiries@needhaminsurance.co.uk

Sheffield Office


772-774 Chesterfield Road
Sheffield
S8 0SF

0114 2582561

team@baldersons.co.uk

Nuneaton Office


18 Arbury Road
Nuneaton
CV10 7NA

01455 550707

advice@insurancesolutions.co.uk

Weybridge Office

113 Queens Road
Weybridge
Surrey
KT13 9UN

(01932) 852225

email@pjinsurancebrokers.co.uk

Petersfield Office

4 College Street
Petersfield
Hampshire
GU31 4AD

(01730) 264664

email@pjinsurancebrokers.co.uk