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Phil Edwards
Managing DirectorLandline: 01604 609900 (Northampton)
Mobile: 07519 128332
phil.edwards@qualitypi.co.uk
Phil Edwards
Phil Edwards has acquired more than 40 years of experience in Corporate Insurance, Risk Management, and Claims Management and Analysis, and held several senior management roles within the corporate and professions broking sectors during his extensive career. His career has included such diverse roles as acting as an outsourced Risk and Insurance Manager to a Global Manufacturing company to being Managing Director of a Protected Cell in a Captive Insurer. Latterly as Managing Director of QPI Legal Ltd – Specialist Niche Broker Dealing Primarily with Solicitors Professional Indemnity with a Risk Management Bias. Specialising in the Risk and Claims Management and Analysis elements as well as Alternative Risk Financing and Captive Insurance, his specialist knowledge of how Risk Management influences insurance buying is significant. As Managing Director of the QPI brand, Phil led the sale and integration of the business into a prominent national consolidator broker. He subsequently took on roles including National Lead for the Professions Team, National Lead for Cyber Product Development, a key resource for ART/Captive Insurance expertise, and a national resource for Financial Lines Claims Management. Educationally, Phil has a Batchelor of Science degree in applied biochemistry and has qualified both as an Associate of the Chartered Insurance Institute and as a Chartered Member of the Institute of Risk Management. He holds the designation Chartered Insurance Risk Manager.
Simon Ong
Simon brings over 24 years of expertise in the insurance broking sector, with a focus on Solicitors’ Professional Indemnity and General Insurance, including Cyber Liability, Management Liability, and Office Insurance. He has gained experience working with AON, Wesleyan, and PIB before becoming a Director at QPI Limited in 2021. Simon excels at supporting firms of all sizes, distinguishing himself from many of his peers through his dedication and genuine care for his clients. Outside of work, Simon enjoys tackling DIY projects, creating cherished moments with his family, and whenever possible, playing a round of golf (though not always with the best results!).
Gillian Anderson
DirectorLandline: 0151 351 6555 (Liverpool)
Mobile: 07874 867615
gillian.anderson@qualitypi.co.uk
Gillian Anderson
Gillian has over 30 year’s experience in underwriting and broking, working with independent and global, listed organisations. Focusing on Professional Indemnity, Directors & Officers, Employment Practices, Cyber and Crime particularly for regulated professions. Enjoys travel, her family and their dog Maggie and uses her leisure time to pursue outdoor activities including skiing and rowing.
Hayley Dawson
Hayley has been in the insurance industry for over 30 years, beginning her career as an Assistant Underwriter at Royal Insurance and then going on to specialise in Professional Indemnity. Hayley’s focus is on the Financial Services, Construction and Health tech sectors where she helps her clients with PI, Management Liability and Cyber Liability. “What drives me is delivering an exceptional level of service and advice to my clients and being there for them when they need help with finding a solution to an issue.” Outside of insurance, Hayley can be found in the County of Rutland being taken for a walk by her German Pointer, or out for a run around the reservoir!
Jon Cook
Jon is an FCII-qualified insurance professional with over 44 years of experience in the risk and insurance sector. His career has included working with PE-backed businesses, insurers, and the legal sector, where he has provided consulting services on M&A, compliance, and AML matters. Between 2010 and 2018, Jon was instrumental in establishing two solicitor insurers, and earlier in his career, he founded a household-name insurance broker group. Today, Jon balances his client work with the development of innovative business relationships and products, ensuring his expertise remains at the forefront of industry needs. Outside of his primary role, Jon is involved with businesses in the legal sector, including a TPA specializing in client money handling and another advising and raising VC capital for tech startups. A legacy of legal and public service runs in Jon’s family: his daughter is a senior partner at a large law firm, and his father served as chairman of the magistrates’ bench in Jon’s hometown. Beyond work, Jon enjoys road cycling, Land Rovers, restoring old lawnmowers, and supporting his local Premier League football team.
Claire Wills
DirectorLandline: 01536 211888 (Lincoln)
Mobile: 07706 318452
claire.wills@qualitypi.co.uk
Claire Wills
Claire is an extremely experienced insurance broker, having been in the profession for over 30 years. For the last 20 years she has specialised in dealing with Solicitors Professional Indemnity Insurance, initially as a key team member within QPI Legal Ltd and latterly with Towergate Brokers before joining the Quality PI team as a Director. During this period she has built an enviable reputation with insurers as a knowledgeable, inciteful and effective broker. With her clients she is renowned as someone who cares about them and their business and who represents them effectively, with expertise when discussing and negotiating cover on their behalf. Her attention to detail and willingness to ‘go the extra mile’ for firms of all sizes sets her apart from many of her peers. Outside of work Claire likes nothing more than relaxing by taking her two dogs for long walks in the countryside around her home, usually very early in the morning and in all types of weather!
Lisa Summerton
Lisa is legally trained and worked as a conveyancer in a number of established law firms and therefore has an inate understanding of the mechanics of how law firms are run and operate, and the intricacies of client work along with the standards that are required to ensure best practice. She transitioned to senior roles including C suite positions in established legal sector service provider businesses where she gained experience in IT, strategic, and operational aspects of the legal sector. She has travelled across the UK extensively and met with a large proportion of legal practices in England and Wales, and has a well honed ability to add value to firms via her extensive contact base and connections in the sector. With a passion for demonstrating how technology can reduce risk, Lisa eventually entered the insurance sector, where she has worked closely with brokers and insurers to educate them on innovative software solutions that help law firms manage risk effectively. As Business Development Director at QPi, Lisa combines her expertise in professional industries with a strong focus on client satisfaction. Her dedication to delivering value at every opportunity ensures that client expectations are met while collaborating with the QPi team to provide exceptional service. Having experience in working in fast moving and pressurised environments, there is no challenge that phases her, and no task that she cannot achieve. She is known for her drive, determination and ability to get things done, no matter how hard the task.