Sharp to make specialist propositions at Giles

Nick Sharp Barbon

Giles Insurance Brokers has appointed former Barbon group managing director Nick Sharp as executive director.

Sharp left Barbon last month. He will be responsible for making new specialist propositions and related underwriting management.

Giles chief executive Brendan McManus said: “Nick is a fantastic guy who has an outstanding reputation and proven track record. His experience will be invaluable in driving Giles forward. We are very pleased that he’s decided to join the team here and we are all really looking forward to working with him.”

Sharp said: “I am delighted to be joining Giles at what is an exciting phase of the group’s development.” 

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