Bridge Insurance Brokers names new London MD

Bridge Insurance Brokers Ltd has announced the appointment of Robin Gleeson (pictured) as managing director of its London office.

Gleeson, who brings 20 years of experience in real estate insurance, will begin his role in July. He joins Bridge from Towergate Insurance Brokers, where he led the real estate division for 14 years.

In his new position, Gleeson will be responsible for developing and implementing strategies to enhance the value of the London office, collaborating closely with colleagues at Bridge’s Manchester headquarters.

“Bridge has an enviable reputation within the insurance market,” Gleeson said. “The team has been providing a premium service to a diverse range of clients across different markets for over 50 years. It will be a privilege to help build on its legacy, supporting the team as it develops the client portfolio and ensuring we continue to provide that bespoke level of expertise as we grow.”

Alex Cohen, director of Bridge’s London office, also noted that Gleeson will oversee the daily operations of the London office while driving the company’s growth and team development goals.

“Robin will manage the day-to-day running of the London office and deliver the vision we have for company growth and team development. He will play a key role in our ongoing success as one of the UK’s leading independent insurance brokers, and we’re delighted to have him on board.”

Bridge Insurance Brokers, founded nearly 55 years ago by Mike Backner and Gilbert Cohen, now employs over 115 people across its Manchester and London offices. The company is one of the largest privately owned brokers in the UK.

Recently, the broker also discussed the growth of its professional indemnity (PI) team, bolstered by the addition of Peter Spengler to the practice.

“Independent brokerage means a lot. We’re not tied to any one insurer, so can get the best for our clients by working with a wide range of insurance providers. This leads to a lot of happy clients and strong referrals. It’s testament to the service we provide,” Spengler said.

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