New role to lead Jelf's insurance division

Jelf Group has appointed Phil Barton, currently group commercial director, to the newly created role of chief executive – Jelf Insurance.

He will report directly to Jelf goup chief executive Alex Alway. Jelf said the move marks the next phase of growth for its insurance division.

Barton will be responsible for all the insurance businesses within the group with effect from 1st May 2010.

He joined Jelf Group in 2003 and has had a number of roles including developing its marketing strategy, leading the compliance function, and more recently, leading the newly acquired businesses.

Alex Alway said: “As a key member of the senior management team, Phil has worked closely with the management teams of each one of our subsidiary businesses since they joined the group.

"In his role as chief executive - Jelf Insurance I am confident he will successfully lead the next phase of their integration, whilst ensuring our focus remains firmly on our clients. I am delighted to welcome him to this new role.”