The right people make all the difference and at PI Direct, we pride ourselves on having the best in the business. Our specialist wholesale brokers, with combined experience of many years, know what it takes to deliver in a hard market and have built the relationships to do just that. We work hard not just for you, but also for each other, building a solid business with low staff turn-over that ensures you have consistency of account management and a focused professional to support you and your client base.

"Emma Burke absolutely knows what she is talking about, we had two massive accounts recently and I seriously doubt we could have placed either without PID’s help”

Meet the team

We have structured our business to ensure you have the specialists you need, when you need them. The combined experience across PI Direct means that you and your clients can expect a friendly, efficient service that delivers when it counts and places your needs at the centre of every conversation.

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“With many years specialising in financial lines insurance, my team have the experience and market access to address your financial lines needs.”
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Stage 1: Insight & Advice

With over 20 years of experience across our specialist SME and Corporate teams, we can provide the industry insight you need to best advise your client.

Stage 2: Policies & Access

We have access to exclusive facilities and policy wordings across both local and Lloyds marketplaces. We get you and your client the most appropriate solution, the first time

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“We understand the products and the best ways to navigate the market to achieve the desired result for your client.”
“Our internal lawyer and brokers will work with you to understand your client’s business to tailor a suitable solution in what can be a complex market.”
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Stage 3: Tailoring & Fine Print

Our priority is to fully understand your client’s activities and exposures to allow us to work with you and develop a comprehensive submission which maximises our opportunity of obtaining the best outcome.

Stage 4: Service & Relationships

PI Direct brokers are on your side. We advocate for you and your clients as specialists to ensure the best insurance result is returned. However, our service doesn’t stop with the placement of the policy, we continue to assist through the entire policy period.

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“Our administration and finance teams, continue to support you and complement our broking services throughout the policy period.”
“The claims process for claims made policies can be complex, from understanding when to report a potential matter to navigating the intricate and often lengthy claim progression.”
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Stage 5: Claims & Results

Our dedicated claims service means that even the most complex matters are supported by experts with broad experience and detailed understanding of Financial Lines claims who act as an advocate for your client.

Team:
Emma Burke
Account Principal

Emma manages our Broking Operations bringing with her over 20 years’ experience in Financial Lines products.

 

A true “local product” Emma joined PI Direct from school and has been with us through three stages of ownership which has enabled her to develop an in-depth knowledge of our products from various perspectives. Having a strong customer focus she uses this knowledge and her long-standing relationships with our underwriters to leave no stone unturned to find a solution for her clients.

 

When not a work, Emma’s time is filled by her two children Otto and newborn Hugo, and spending time with her husband Glen, family & friends.

Dorothy Sanft
Account Manager

Dorothy joined PI Direct after a long career with Aon when she decided to specialise in financial lines. Her wealth of broking experience has seen her become a valuable member of our team managing a growing portfolio of clients.

 

Outside work Dorothy spends her time managing her teenage children, (and her husband), & socialising with family & friends.

Karol Rojas Pena
Account Broker

Karol joined PI Direct as an Account Broker working with both our administration & broking teams. Using her legal background, Karol is also assisting Michael with our claims and is looking forward to expanding her role in this area.

 

When not at work, Karol enjoys listening to rock music, going to the beach, catching up with friends and spending time with her dogs.

Alyssa Haag
Broker Assistant

Having spent over 10 years with PI Direct in various administration roles, Alyssa manages our administration area and provides support to our Managing Director.

 

Recently engaged, outside work Alyssa enjoys, spending time with friends and family while pursuing her passion for singing.

Tanya Hart
Broker Assistant

Tanya is a valued member of our administration team since joining the insurance industry after a career in retail. In her role she provides strong back-office support to our brokers and clients. Her vibrant personality is infectious to all that deal with her.

 

When not at work Tanya is a passionate animal lover.

Sarah Arndt
Broker Assistant

After a career break to have a family, Sarah is part of our administration team to whom she brings a wealth of experience from previous roles.

 

Originally from England Sarah now calls Australia home and outside PI Direct enjoys spending time being a mother to her two daughters and spending time with her family.