The Team

Lee is the 8th generation of family members to run the Oakleafe group of companies and has significant experience in the Insurance claim industry with both domestic and commercial claims.

He is also a Chartered Building Surveyor and holds accreditations with RICS, CIOB, CILA, CII, IPLA, CABE, CMI, IFAA, C.B

Lee Goodwin

Managing Director

Dean is the Group Director who heads operations nationally. Extensive experience in both domestic and commercial claims, specialising in large and complex losses. Complimenting his 25 years claims expertise Dean is also a Chartered Building surveyor with honorary Fellow status.

Professionally qualified and accredited by CILA, RICS, CIOB, CABE, CII, and IPLA

Dean Goodwin

Group Director

A highly regarded loss assessor within the insurance industry. John has over 45 years helping clients with all types of claims as the 7th generation within the family business. A highly technical background in the construction industry combined with years of claims experience allows John to effectively deal with both commercial and domestic losses across a number of industries.

ACIOB, Cert CILA

John Goodwin

Chief Executive Officer

Commemorating 4 decades in the claims industry, Graham's motivation & focus remain. A key Director who has been dealing with ultra-high net worth and complex claims internationally for historic clients, their families, their industries, and their communities in the Claims management industry since the 1980s.

Professionally accredited to Cert CILA. ins-BTEC. IFAA. MIPLA

Graham Crumb

Claims Director

An established entrepreneur and innovator, Sir Henry is extremely well connected and has significant experience in a number of business sectors. Complimenting the board, he heads our business development, sales & marketing initiatives at Oakleafe by bringing a fresh approach to growth through mentoring and motivation.

Sir Henry Boyle

Non-Executive Director

Rob brings a wealth of corporate experience and industry expertise to his role as National Operations Director. His passion for process driven business functions and sustainable growth is combined with an extensive knowledge of business operations. Rob has an envious list of corporate success stories achieved through intense and targeted business mentoring, Rob is therefore, well-equipped to drive operational excellence, quality and strategic growth to National Operations at Oakleafe.

Rob Bowles

National Operations Director

Darrell oversees core functions at HQ and drives operational efficiency. He holds a first-class degree, highlighting his strong academic and professional credentials.

BSc (Hons), ALOS ,MIAB, and FCO

Darrell Wiffin

HQ Operations Manager

Having worked in the financial sector for 25 years for several large corporations Stuart is well placed in the organization with his knowledge and competency in the insurance sector. Head of Group Sales and business development with responsibility for the national sales force. Promoting and networking the companies core values and services to Businesses and individuals.

Stuart Marshall

Group Sales Manager

Emily manages the entire employee lifecycle. She ensures a positive work environment, aligning employee satisfaction with organisational goals. Her expertise helps Oakleafe Claims attract and retain top talent.

Assoc CIPD

Emily Besser

Head of Human Resources

With extensive experience in training and recruitment, Lucy joins Oakleafe as our new Head of Talent. She has a proven track record of working with top talent across insurance and financial services. Lucy brings a unique perspective to finding the perfect fit for finding and training our teams. Lucy focuses on driving our talent strategy, fostering growth, and enhancing our company culture to ensure we remain an employer of choice.

Lucy Croucher

Head of Talent

David's career in the insurance claims industry spans three decades and includes time spent working in the claims offices of major UK insurers and over ten years of loss-adjusting experience.

David holds qualifications from the CII and BDMA and leads our Scotland office.

David White

Regional Technical Manager

Katherine is an experienced Claims Technician with nearly a decade of claims handling experience which includes time working with some of the largest insurance companies and loss adjusting firms in the UK. Katherine is passionate about getting the best results for her clients and making sure clients feel comfortable and supported on their claim journey.

Katherine Boyd

Regional Technical Manager

Holly has worked in the insurance industry for over 15 years, specialising in Insurance Fraud Investigation. Holly is passionate about helping clients and providing an excellent claims service.

Cert CILA, MIPLA

Holly Thomas

Regional Technical Manager

James has worked within the insurance industry for over 15 years. An excellent knowledge of the domestic claims industry specialising in complex and major loss.

Educated to Degree level in BA (Hons) Business Management and Cert CILA

James Christie

Regional Technical Manager

Paul brings over 30 years of senior management and financial services experience with his specialist skillset in financial loss, business interruption and forensic accountancy. Paul’s wealth of experience in the London and far east financial markets their varied stake holders provides an unparalleled ability to effectively work with a variety of key stakeholders in the Financial Claims arena. Paul forms part of the industry leading business interruption team and heads up the London and south regional operations at Oakleafe.

Paul Ryan

Regional Technical Manager

Sarah has a degree in digital marketing and is a member of the Digital Marketing Institute. She delivers our online media presence and works closely with the marketing team to achieve our strategic objectives. Sarah's speciality includes content marketing, SEO, display advertising, website optimisation and analytics. She also maintains our systems architecture.

Sarah Wright

Regional Marketing Executive & Team Concierge

John Brown is a dynamic marketing professional with a degree in Business Enterprise and Marketing. He has extensive experience in digital marketing, business development, and strategy, driving growth and enhancing brand visibility. Skilled in developing targeted campaigns, optimising sales funnels, and leveraging data analytics, John thrives in fast-paced environments. He excels at building strong client relationships and creating impactful marketing solutions that resonate with audiences and meet business objectives.

John Brown

Regional Marketing Executive

Rob has previously been a consultant with digital marketing, SEO and lead generation since 2008. He began supporting small and medium sized business owners before heading a global payments company's online operation. Rob has developed expertise in a variety of digital marketing strategies, including SEO, content marketing and leveraging through AI. His passion is AI & SEO and when he’s not doing that he can be found on the training pitch coaching his youth football team.

Robert Keating

Online Marketing Executive

Tony has worked in accountancy practice for over forty years covering most aspects of accountancy during that time. Working in all kinds of places from Solicitors to Scrap Metal Dealers .His main strength is working from scratch taking the job to completion.

Tony Wood

Senior Financial Controller

A well-respected and meticulous member of the Oakleafe team since 2018 working within the finance team. Iulia is months away from obtaining her full MAAT and then obtain her chartered accountancy qualification.

Qualified to AAT Level 4 (QCF)

Iulia Nica

Client Accounts Manager

With extensive finance experience, Muhammed has honed the ability to multitask financial operations with an array of key skills.

Muhammed Miah

Financial Administrator

Kerry is an experienced Executive Administrator with a proven track record in optimising productivity and office operations to ensure an efficient HQ environment. Kerry has strong organisational and implementation skills coupled with a keen attention to detail. She is committed to optimising procedures, workflow and communications within the organisation.

Kerry Hawkins

Executive Administrator

Joanne is an experienced Executive Administrator with a proven track record in optimising productivity and office operations to ensure an efficient HQ environment. Joanne has strong organisational and communication skills coupled with a keen attention to detail. She is committed to optimising procedures, workflow and a smooth running of the office within the organisation.

Joanne Fox

Executive Administrator

Hayley is a bright and efficient Office Manager, who is our super friendly first point of contact for all enquiries. Hayley is qualified with a BA (Hons) in Sociology, Politics and Social Policy. Her professional manner and exquisite attention to detail means that clients can expect a high level of service from her respective office.

Hayley White

Office Manager

Paul has been working in customer facing working environments for over 20 years. A keen member of a number of industry networking groups and a thorough understanding of the regulatory requirements within the claims management industry.

Paul Jennings

Insurance Co-ordinator

Aaron joined Oakleafe from a property management background dealing with a portfolio of over 10,000 property and claims management. A FastTrack member of the team who has established himself as a highly-skilled assessor in domestic and commercial losses.

Cert CILA, MIPLA, BDMA Insurance Technician

Aaron Bird

Major & Complex Loss Claims Technician

An extensive catalogue of high-level claims management dealing with ultra-high net worth domestic and commercial losses throughout the U.K. A senior Chartered Insurance institute lecturer and examiner specializing in Business Interruption. Paul provides continued support and mentoring across the group.

A Chartered Loss Adjuster, ACII, and ACIOB

Paul Turner

Major & Complex Loss Business Interruption Lead

Raj has been handling insurance claims for 32 years. He currently specialises in both commercial and domestic claims with ultra-high-net-worth major and complex claims. Raj thrives off his efficiency at providing his clients with excellent claims service. Raj compliments his expertise with multilingual ability in English, Gujrati, Kiswahili, Punjabi, and Urdu.

Dip CII (Claims), BDMA Insurance Technician

Raj Soni

Major and Complex Loss Claims Technician

With over 45 years of experience in the Claims Assessing industry. Ray has dealt with all manner of insurance claims, large and small, both residential and commercial. Ray specializes in ultra-high net worth major and complex losses.

BSc (Hons), FCA, MIPLA

Ray Truman

Claims Consultant

Mark joined Oakleafe after a successful career in the fitness and leisure industry. A wealth of established connections across the gymnasium and security sector allows mark to be the first point of contact to assist clients nationwide with material damage and business interruption claims.

Mark Young

Insurance Co-ordinator

David has 25 years’ experience within the insurance industry and has worked for several loss adjusting firms, insurers, brokers and has vast experience in the industry. David is extremely driven, always likes to think outside the box, puts his client’s needs first and is very motivated to get the best outcome for his clients.

MIPLA. cert CILA

David O’Connor

Claims Technician

Cameron is an excellent Claims Technician who puts the client at the heart of everything he does. He is a qualified fraud investigator with specialised expertise in property and commercial fraud. Cameron’s thorough approach and keen eye for detail make him a great asset to the company ensuring accuracy and integrity in resolving claims. He holds a Professional Certificate in Fraud Prevention (CIFAS - SFJ Level 4)

Cameron Dautry-Turner

Claims Technician

With over 30 years industry experience, Ray has worked with a national insurer dealing with domestic and commercial claims, loss adjusters and forensic accountancy practices. His speciality is dealing with lost profit and business interruption claims . He specialises in large and complex losses having settled several thousand claims during his time .

Raymond Lewis

Business Interruption Specialist

Abbas is an experienced claims handler that includes property damage claims, third party liability claims and injury claims both fast and multi-track from start to settlement. He has worked with multiple insurers in different roles gaining essential experience including litigation. He is a result driven individual who focuses on achieving the most favourable outcomes for his clients.

He holds accreditations in LLB Hons, LLM International Commercial Law, CILA and C&D Law Society.

Abbas Khan

Claims Technician

Andreea has a BSc in International Relations & Politics. She joined the team after 5 years in customer service and is a diligent individual with a practical "get things done" mentality. Her outstanding traits include a great eye for detail & exceptional problem-solving abilities, which promise to improve the claims process and guarantee client satisfaction.

Andreea Balan

Claims Technician

Jack is an experienced insurance professional with over 10 years in the industry, specialising in managing high-value claims. For the past three years, he has been helping clients navigate the complexities of insurance claims, providing expert guidance and support throughout the process. With a keen eye for detail and a strong commitment to customer satisfaction, Jack has built a reputation for delivering exceptional service and achieving favourable outcomes for clients.

MIPLA

Jack Porter

Claims Technician

Michael has extensive first-hand experience in being the first point of contact for clients and has an understanding of the impact that sudden damage has on the home and business owner. He is a member of the Chartered Institute of Public Loss Adjusters and with his customer-focused approach, is well equipped to ensure the optimal outcome for the policyholder.

Michael Akinboro

Claims Technician

Scott has over 8 years of experience handling property Insurance claims. Scott has worked for multiple major insurance companies. He has dealt with vastly different roles which have allowed him to learn the trade from numerous angles.

MIPLA

Scott Keane

Claims Technician

Jonathan brings a wealth of technical knowledge, with over 18 years’ experience within the construction & maintenance industries . He has worked for major loss adjusters and insurers with a strong background in insurance works. Specialising in construction, his background is in structural and subsidence damage. He is responsible for growing and maintaining a first-rate contractor network in his region and assisting the transition between claims handling and reinstatement.

Jonathan Griffiths-Lester

Regional Network Liaison Manager

Bob has significant experience in claims management and in all aspects of client support. In recent years Bob has specialised in major and complex claims, material damage and business interruption on a National and International basis. He is focused on ensuring a fair settlement and is able to think outside the box to deliver innovative solutions.

Robert Hickson

Major and Complex Loss Claims Technician

Dennis joins Oakleafe with over 16 years customer service experience within finance and insurance. Dennis’ main objective is to obtain the best possible outcome for the customer at every opportunity.

MIPLA

Dennis Gearty

Insurance Co-ordinator

Richard has over 30 years of customer facing sales experience. Richard prides himself on being friendly, approachable and reliable. He is well placed to communicate with clients and the technical team the main requirements of our clients claims.

Richard McCaig

Insurance Co-ordinator

Sebastien has over 20 years’ experience in business development and holds the clients at the centre of everything he does. He is a member of AMBCI and Founder of the Resiliency Institute.

Sebastien Schneider

Insurance Co-ordinator

Charlotte is a vibrant Office Concierge known for bringing warmth and efficiency to the workplace. Her strong background in Business Administration makes her a dedicated team player with a depth of experience. She ensures seamless office operations supporting the technical staff and creates a welcoming environment for colleagues and visitors.

Charlotte Chidlow

Claims Concierge

Janeen is a highly experienced professional with over 11 years of experience as a Senior Paralegal within the claims industry. Janeen offers a wealth of knowledge and expertise to assist clients in navigating the complexities of claims management.

Janeen Mccaugherty

Claims Concierge

Lee Goodwin

Dean Goodwin

John Goodwin

Graham Crumb

Sir Henry Boyle

Rob Bowles

Darrell Wiffin

Stuart Marshall

Emily Besser

Lucy Croucher

David White

Katherine Boyd

Holly Thomas

James Christie

Paul Ryan

Sarah Wright

John Brown

Robert Keating

Tony Wood

Iulia Nica

Muhammed Miah

Kerry Hawkins

Joanne Fox

Hayley White

Paul Jennings

Aaron Bird

Paul Turner

Raj Soni

Ray Truman

Mark Young

David O’Connor

Cameron Dautry-Turner

Raymond Lewis

Abbas Khan

Andreea Balan

Jack Porter

Michael Akinboro

Scott Keane

Jonathan Griffiths-Lester

Robert Hickson

Dennis Gearty

Richard McCaig

Sebastien Schneider

Charlotte Chidlow

Janeen Mccaugherty

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