New Account Executive Joins Vantage

Vantage have expanded its insurance broking division with the appointment of Simon Roderick (pictured), an industry professional with 25 year's experience. Simon joins the team in May 2012 in the new role of Account Executive, bringing a wealth of commercial insurance experience.

Simon, who was born and educated in Liverpool, began his insurance career with Commercial Union before switching over to the broking side of the industry with roles in the UK with Willis, Hogg Robinson and Lambert Fenchurch. After living in France for 3 years, Simon moved to Jersey in 2006 to work in the island's insurance sector for Alexander Forbes, subsequently acquired by Lockton and then by CCV.

He has extensive experience of the insurance requirements of Trust Companies and Asset Managers, which extends to include Professional Indemnity and Directors' & Officers Liability and property insurance. Simon has also obtained specialist knowledge of Warranty & Indemnity Insurance in respect of mergers and acquisitions.

Richard Packman, Managing Director at Vantage commented on the appointment: “We are delighted to announce that Simon has joined us. The increasing demand for our specialist insurance services to Jersey's financial services and corporate sectors prompted the need for additional recruitment of the highest calibre - a role to which Simon Roderick fits into easily. His experience provides additional depth to our expertise and further strengthens our already strong team.”