Channel Islands Adjusters announces hire and promotion

Tuesday 30 April 2024

A Channel Islands insurance firm has announced a new hire and a key promotion within the company's field adjusting team.

Channel Islands Adjusters has promoted Ellie Smith to the role of Loss Adjuster, while Sam Langmead has been appointed to the position of Property Claims Technician.

The appointments come as Managing Director Richard Headington and wife Julie-Anne celebrate two decades since founding the business.

Mr Headington said: “We are a niche and specialist area of the insurance industry and that makes it even more important that our team is the most qualified in the Channel Islands.

“The past six months has seen an unprecedented level of cases in our 20-year history due to the severe effects of Storm Ciaràn across the Channel Islands. Throughout this time, Ellie has continued to flourish.

"The fact that she has been conscientious and dedicated enough to study for these complex professional exams during such a busy period, is a testament to her professional commitment and competence.”

He added: “Sam’s previous experience has proven his suitability to the technical and analytical aspects of dealing with major and complex claims and we are delighted that he is joining our growing team in our 20th anniversary year.”

Mr Langmead said: “Having worked in both the insurer and broking sectors, I have a solid understanding of the claims process from both perspectives, and I am passionate about providing a good service to policyholders, brokers and insurers.

"I am really excited to be part of a unique and supportive team as I begin my journey in the loss adjusting industry.”

Miss Smith, who joined the team in 2022, added: “When I joined the company two years ago, I couldn’t have imagined that my knowledge and professional development would accelerate at such a pace.

"Since Storm Ciaran my workload has quadrupled, and I’ve learned how to deal with a plethora of claims. It’s certainly been an incredible challenge and I don’t intend to stop here.

"I am looking forward to following in the footsteps of the senior team and intend to continue studying with both the Chartered Insurance Institute and the Chartered Institute of Loss Adjusters until I reach chartered status."

Pictured top: Ellie Smith and Sam Langmead of Channel Islands Adjusters.