Marsh completes Jelf takeover
Insurance broker Marsh has announced that, following approval by Jelf Group shareholders and regulatory authorities, it has completed its previously announced acquisition of insurance and financial services firm Jelf Group.
According to the firm, Jelf provides Marsh with a broad set of capabilities that enable it to expand its offering to individuals and small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) as well as strengthening its presence in the UK mid and large-sized corporate segment.
It said that together, the two firms bring the scale and resources to create market-leading solutions for clients in these segments.
The two companies have been in talks about the acquisition since August this year.
“I have the highest regard for Jelf and the people that work there,” said Mark Weil, chief executive officer for Marsh, UK & Ireland.
“The addition of the team at Jelf strengthens the advice and products we provide to individuals and companies of all sizes across the UK. Crucial to this is the cultural fit between the two firms.
“We share the same ethos of putting our clients and colleagues at the centre of everything we do. We want to build on Jelf as the cornerstone of what we offer to individual and small to medium size enterprises. We are delighted to welcome Alex and the Jelf team to Marsh.”
Alex Alway, group chief executive of Jelf, added: “I have been encouraged by the positive response we have received from clients and colleagues alike over the last few weeks. There is a strong belief that, as part of the Marsh family, we will be able to build on the reputation we have earned for developing long-lasting, trusted adviser relationships with our clients.”
