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Retention rates
+$78m
Total Claims paid to date
100000
Policies placed
48 hrs
Quote turnaround
We understand that navigating professional indemnity insurance for financial services industry can be complex, stressful and time consuming. We also recognise that not all financial planners do the same thing; that your business is unique with its own set of needs and requirements. As your insurance broker, we will focus on relationship first – understanding who you are and what your company does. This will allow us to accurately present your financial planning business and its risk to insurers, and secure competitive quotes on this basis. From here, we will make recommendations as to which insurance policy best suits your needs, ensuring that you are appropriately covered in the event of a claim.
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PROFESSIONAL INDEMNITY INSURANCE
Financial planners operate in a high-risk and highly regulated industry, where claims have the potential to amount to substantial losses. Some examples of situations where a financial planner may be held liable include:
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Protection against claims of negligence: Professional indemnity insurance can provide coverage for legal costs and any settlements or awards made against the financial planner if they are alleged to have failed to exercise reasonable care and skill in the performance of their professional duties.
Fraud or Misrepresentation: If a financial planner is alleged to have made false or misleading statements in order to induce someone to enter into a contract or make a payment, professional indemnity insurance can provide coverage for the legal costs and any settlements or awards made against the financial planner.
Loss of documents: Coverage for any financial losses incurred by a third party as a result of the financial planner's loss of important documents or data.
Failure to comply with regulations: A client may claim that a financial planner failed to comply with regulations, resulting in them suffering a loss, such as fines or other penalties.
Ultimately, Professional Indemnity Insurance is crucial in ensuring that you can cover the costs of legal fees and any damages awarded in the event of a claim. The right policy can provide peace of mind in knowing that you have protection in place in the unfortunate case that a claim arises.
Policy Expertise
We have specialised knowledge and experience in the insurance industry. We have a deep understanding of the different types of coverage available and can ensure that the coverage in place aligns with your specific needs.
Competitive Pricing
We have access to a wide range of insurance providers and policies. We utilise this to create contestability amongst insurers, negotiating the best possible pricing and coverage.
Claims Handling
Insurance claims can be both complex and time consuming. We have a dedicated in-house claims team that allows you to focus on ensuring your business runs smoothly, while advocating for your best outcome.
Staying Compliant
Insurance is often a key regulatory requirement, and our breadth of experience allows us to advise you on crucial changes and how they may impact your business.
Risk Management
In a hardening insurance market, risk management is crucial to securing your ongoing insurability and reducing your claims exposure. We can work with you to develop specific risk mitigation strategies.
Market Access
We have access to a wide range of insurance markets, both locally and overseas. This allows us to secure insurance solutions for even the most complex and hard-to-place risks.
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PROFESSIONAL INDEMNITY INSURANCE
Your professional indemnity insurance will differ based on your client count, business size, turnover and the types of projects you handle.
For a tailored assessment, you can speak directly with one of our expert brokers. We understand your business’s specific needs and help you compare insurance options to find the best coverage.
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insurance FAQs
- Management Liability Insurance – This policy is designed to protect directors in the event that they are found personally liable for company wrongdoing. Coverage can extend to Crime, Statutory Liability, Employment Practices Liability and tax audit, amongst other things.
- Cyber Liability Insurance – This policy is designed to provide both first party losses (cyber attack, ransomware, loss of data, social engineering etc.) and third party losses (data breach, fines and penalties etc.). This has been recognised as one of the fastest growing exposures to businesses in recent years.
- Business Package Insurance – This policy combines a number of coverages relating to your business and its premises, such as property damage, theft, business interruption and public liability.
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