Risk Solutions

Our roots as a retail broking business date back to 1996, our Risk Solutions division was formed to bring a retail broking approach to wholesale broking.

Our niche relationships provide our network of retail brokers across the UK & Ireland with access to specialist capacity in the London Market for difficult to place risks.  

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Territories

  • United Kingdom
  • Ireland

Key Contacts

Our appetite

Our appetite is broad and deep in niche sectors which are so often underserved by composite insurers. Backed by A-Rated capacity, our team of property and casualty experts can assist with placement in the following sectors:
Client Experiences

“During a recent acquisition of a new 165 vehicle fleet, I was supported every step of the way by the Consilium Fleet team. They helped with everything, from the moment the presentation landed with the fleet, never failing to provide an attentive response and a keenness to trade.”

Jamie Colvin, Konsileo (Trading) Ltd

Client Experiences

“What sets Consilium apart is their commitment to a tri-party partnership: the client, us as the placement broker, and Consilium. They consistently prioritise the client's importance to us, recognising that their satisfaction is crucial.”

Jonathan Garrett, Flint Insurance

Client Experiences

“Their knowledge and experience in the market ensures we find the right policies for our clients. Their service is second to none and they are always quick to jump on to something when needed.”

Josh Van Allen, CRS Insurance Brokers

Client Experiences

"We have been working with Consilium for almost a year and have found them to be a breath of fresh air. We benefit from quick responses, genuine insight into the broking process, and clear communication throughout the quotation journey. As a result, competitive solutions have been secured, enabling us to place more business successfully."

Jim Antrobus, Deva Risk Group

Client Experiences

"Despite difficult market conditions, Consilium always try their best to find solutions and are one of our trusted partners. Service particularly MTA's is excellent."

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Matt Pini

Managing Partner - Risk Solutions

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Languages

eng

Speciality Areas

  • Property
  • Casualty
  • Construction
  • Contractors Liability
  • Contractors Plant & Equipment
  • Motor Fleet
  • Waste & Recycling

Matt Pini heads up the Risk Solutions division at Consilium. Matt is responsible for the growth, development and profitability of the division, striving to achieve this by working closely with insurers and retail agents alike.

He joined the group in July 2015 and has spent a total of 29 years within the London market working for various Lloyd’s brokers. In that time he has forged strong relationships with underwriters that allow for the very best deals to be negotiated and transacted.

When he isn’t working for Consilium, Matt can be found running his son’s football team. He is also a pained Everton supporter.

“I joined Consilium to be part of an exciting and entrepreneurial business that has flourished beyond all expectations due to the hard work and endeavour of a much valued team.”

Michael Adams

Senior Partner - Risk Solutions

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Languages

eng

Speciality Areas

  • Casualty
  • Property

As Senior Partner and Head of UK P&C, Michael Adams’ specialist classes include Property and Casualty. With 20 years of experience, ten in Broking and ten in Claims, Michael’s work covers locations across the UK. Away from the office, Michael enjoys spending time with his wife and three children and playing golf when he can.

“I saw a fantastic opportunity to join a rapidly expanding independent Lloyd’s broker with huge ambition to match my own.”

Kevin Dawes

Senior Partner - Risk Solutions

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Languages

eng

Speciality Areas

  • Motor Fleet
  • Leadership Team

Kevin Dawes is Senior Partner - Head of Motor for Consilium. Kevin oversees motor fleet placement for the division.

He joined the group in October 2020 and has over 20 years of London market motor fleet experience, both in broking and underwriting. He was previously head of motor underwriting for HDI Global, and is a very well-known and respected figure in the market, able to help with difficult to place risks.

Kevin is an FA qualified football coach and much of his spare time is devoted to training and developing players.

"I joined Consilium for its entrepreneurial approach.”

Simon England

Partner - Risk Solutions

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Languages

eng

Speciality Areas

  • Asbestos
  • Contractors Liability
  • Excess of Loss
  • Manufacturing
  • Motor Fleet
  • Pharmaceuticals
  • Professional Indemnity
  • Waste & Recycling

Simon England is a business development manager for the North, Scotland and Ireland divisions of Consilium. Simon is responsible for the ongoing support, education and engagement of our broker partners.

Simon joined the group in August 2020 and has more than 30 years of industry experience, having previously worked for a number of large insurers, MGAs, a Lloyd’s retail business, and a network provider. Initially an underwriter, writing business in the fleet, property, liability and financial lines arena, Simon moved into development roles 15 years ago.

If he wasn’t working for Consilium, he would probably be travelling the world spending his kids’ inheritance and playing golf on some of the world’s best courses.

“Having talked to and learned about Consilium, I saw joining them as a great opportunity to work with like-minded people and help to grow and shape a business which is well-placed with its people and values to become ‘London’s market of choice’.”

Tom Gibbins

Associate Partner – Risk Solutions

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Languages

eng

Speciality Areas

  • Property
  • Casualty
  • Contractors Liability
  • Contractors Plant & Equipment

As a Risk Solutions Senior Associate, Tom Gibbins’ specialist classes include Casualty and Property. With four years of experience, Tom’s sector experience lies in all types of Contractors/Combined Liability Inc, Commercial Combined Packages, Trading Property, Property Owners and Life Science covering locations across the UK and Ireland. Away from work, Tom enjoys playing rugby and golf.

Marc Rapley

Associate Partner - Risk Solutions

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Languages

eng

Speciality Areas

  • Asbestos
  • Excess of Loss
  • Contractors Liability
  • Manufacturing
  • Pharmaceuticals
  • Waste & Recycling

Marc Rapley is an Associate Partner at Consilium. He deals with all business classes and sectors, but in particular waste and recycling and high-risk contractors from a property and casualty perspective.

He joined the group in November 2018 and has over 20 years’ experience in the insurance industry. After starting out working for an underwriting agency, over the last 15 years he has worked for various Lloyd’s brokers.

As an avid football fan, Marc spends much of his spare time following Chelsea FC. Outside of football, Marc’s other main interest is music and he has been playing the guitar since the age of nine.

“I joined Consilium to be part of an exciting young business and a wholly independent London market broker. My decision to join has been fully justified by the successes and progression of the business since I arrived in 2018.”

Chris McAdams

Associate Partner - Risk Solutions

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Languages

eng

Speciality Areas

  • Motor Fleet

Chris McAdams is a Associate Partner for Consilium. Chris works in the motor fleet team and is responsible for strategic business placement and broker/underwriter relationship building.

He joined the group in November 2020 and has over 15 years of experience in motor fleet insurance. This has included involvement in both underwriting and broking for Lloyd’s syndicates and national brokers.

When he isn’t working for Consilium, you'll often find Chris on the golf course “trying” to improve his handicap.

“I saw a great opportunity to be part of a market leading independent broker.”

Rachel Baldock

Associate Partner - Risk Solutions

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Languages

eng

Speciality Areas

  • Liability
  • Property
  • Waste & Recycling

Luke Browne

Associate Partner - Risk Solutions

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Languages

eng

Speciality Areas

  • Construction
  • Casualty

As Associate Partner, Senior Underwriter Luke Browne’s specialist classes include Casualty, Employers’ Liability, Public Liability, CAT and Plant. With over ten years of experience, Luke’s sector expertise lies in Construction, covering locations across the UK and Ireland. 

David Ireland

Senior Associate - Risk Solutions

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Languages

eng

Speciality Areas

  • Client Services
  • Asbestos
  • Excess of Loss
  • Liability
  • Property
  • Manufacturing

David Ireland is a Senior Associate at Consilium, responsible for renewals and new business for the UK non-motor team.
He joined the group in March 2022, with over 35 years’ insurance experience. This includes over 10 years with an MGA and the rest with three different Lloyd’s brokers in the UK and Irish non motor markets.
Outside of work, David enjoys watching sport and playing golf and football. He also likes music, film and travelling.

“After many years in the London market I was after a fresh challenge and looking to work for a fast growing, family oriented independent broker.”

Dean Temple

Senior Associate - Risk Solutions

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Languages

eng

Speciality Areas

  • Motor Fleet

Dean Temple is a Senior Associate at Consilium. Dean is responsible for motor fleet renewals and growing new business in London through the Lloyd’s and MGA markets.

He joined the group in 2018, and has 40 years of motor fleet experience. He previously spent five years as an underwriter at Brit Insurance before moving to Catlin to help set up a new motor fleet department.

If he wasn't working for Consilium, you would find him watching new bands live every week at various venues.

“I was attracted to join Consilium as they are a growing and forward thinking independent broker.”

Shaun Woodhouse

Senior Associate - Risk Solutions

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Languages

eng

Speciality Areas

  • Asbestos
  • Contractors Liability
  • Excess of Loss
  • Manufacturing
  • Motor Fleet
  • Pharmaceuticals
  • Professional Indemnity
  • Waste & Recycling

Shaun Woodhouse is a Senior Associate at Consilium.

Shaun joined Consilium in September 2018, having before this spent over 18 years as a sales professional within the insurance, broking, specialist bespoke product delivery and legal sectors.

Outside of work, Shaun has a relaxed life in the countryside with his dogs, he holds a keen interest in all sports/motorsports and has a large collection of motorcycles.

“After meeting various members of staff it was obvious that the business was going places and I wanted to be part of that. I can safely say it has not disappointed in the slightest, the enthusiasm runs right from the top of the chain and is echoed through each link.”

Callum Sullivan

Senior Associate - Risk Solutions

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Languages

eng

As a Senior Associate in the Risk Solutions team, Callum Sullivan’s specialist classes are Property and Casualty. With just over six years of experience, Callum’s sector experience lies in Waste and Recycling, Construction, Asbestos and Plant and Machinery, covering locations around the UK and Ireland.

Alison Walker

Senior Associate - Risk Solutions

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Languages

eng

Speciality Areas

  • Asbestos
  • Excess of Loss
  • Contractors Liability
  • Pharmaceuticals
  • Manufacturing
  • Waste & Recycling
  • Property

Alison Walker is a Senior Associate at Consilium. Alison is responsible for renewals and new business for our UK non-motor team, covering a wide range of trades and classes of insurance.

She joined the group in July 2018 from Miles Smith, where she had been for nearly 12 years. Starting in the industry at a young age, Alison has carried our various roles in her career to date.

Outside of work, Alison once appeared in a documentary about the Von Trapp family and The Sound of Music.

“I joined the Consilium family for a new challenge at a fast-growing independent broker.”

Liam Keaveney

Senior Associate - Risk Solutions

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Languages

eng

Speciality Areas

  • Motor Fleet

Liam Keaveney is a Senior Associate at Consilium. Liam works with our UK brokers to ensure they receive swift and professional service for their London market fleet business.

He joined the group in 2012, initially in charge of online marketing/development from our Billericay retail office. From there he has moved up and carved a path within the motor fleet team since its inception in 2013.

Liam is an avid motorsport fan and a general fan of all things on four wheels. Most years he can be found at the annual Nürburgring 24-hour and Le Mans 24-hour races watching and wishing he was taking part

“The insurance market has always interested me and working for Consilium has given me the skills and knowledge needed to get a firm grasp on the industry. I was fortunate enough to join the group at a pivotal moment in its history and am honoured to be part of the team that makes us a respected and successful London broker.”

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Hayley Lewin

Senior Associate - Risk Solutions

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Languages

eng

Speciality Areas

  • Client Services

Hayley Lewin is an Senior Associate at Consilium. Hayley is responsible for the handling and processing of new business and renewals within the non-motor team, mainly focusing on the liability/casualty side.

Hayley previously worked for another London market broker for four years on their casualty department in a similar role which gave her the experience and knowledge needed to work efficiently with agents and underwriters.

Outside of work, Hayley enjoys drawing and has recently started transitioning towards digital art from the traditional pencil and paper.

“I’ve always known Consilium as a fast growing, up and coming insurance broker with a great market reputation, so as soon as the opportunity to join the company arose I knew I couldn’t miss out on this chance.”

Tom Owen

Senior Associate - Risk Solutions

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Languages

eng

Speciality Areas

  • Construction
  • Manufacturing

As Senior Associate within the Risk Solutions team, Tom’s specialist classes include Casualty, Contractors All Risks and Property. With seven years of experience, Tom’s industry knowledge lies in high-risk construction, manufacturers, wholesalers and unoccupied properties covering locations across the UK. Away from work, Tom has a tainted love-hate relationship with Arsenal Football Club.

James Attwood

Associate - Risk Solutions

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Languages

eng
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Speciality Areas

  • Property
  • Casualty

As an Associate in the Risk Solutions team, James Attwood’s specialist classes include CAR, Casualty and Property. With six years of experience in insurance, James’ sector expertise lies in Liability, Property, Construction and Waste and Recycling, covering locations across the UK and Ireland. Away from work, James enjoys playing golf and going to the gym.

“After looking at the job role and doing some research on the company it looked a secure and stable company offering me the job prospects that I was looking for as a long term position for my future. I also wanted to join after hearing how friendly everyone is and the good atmosphere in the office.”

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Niamh Richards

Associate - Risk Solutions

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Languages

eng

Speciality Areas

  • Casualty
  • Property

As an Associate in the Risk Solutions team, Niamh Richards’ specialist classes include UK Property and Casualty. Having started in the Client Services Team in July 2023, Niamh moved into the broking team in September 2025, where their sector expertise lies in Property, Casualty and Waste and

Recycling. Outside of work, Niamh enjoys going to the gym and doing pilates classes, as well as going on trips with friends and exploring different cities.