Ballantyne Brokers continues its expansion with double hire of Head of Property and Claims Head

London, 15 June 2021, Ballantyne Brokers Ltd (Ballantyne), the independent London Broker continues to add to its senior leadership team with the appointment of Ian Martin as Divisional Director, Property and Derrick Lloyd as Head of Claims Broking. The appointments are effective immediately.

This exceptional pair will further drive Ballantyne’s impressive growth plans and be fundamental in strengthening its business strategy.

Ian Martin was latterly a Director at Alternative Distribution Operations at Willis Re, having previously held a senior role at Aon’s MGA & Programme Solutions team. Derrick Lloyd has an impressive record with over 30 years in insurance claims, latterly as Claims Director of Decus Insurance Brokers.

Ross Ballantyne, Ballantyne Brokers commented: “These appointments ensure that our senior team has the full range of experience and knowledge that we need to guarantee the ongoing, successful growth of Ballantyne Brokers. Both Ian and Derrick bring with them outstanding insurance expertise and networks within their specialist areas, and I look forward to welcoming them both to the team.”

Jim Parks