Meet the Team

Meet our amazing team

Here are the people that make up the fantastic Norton Insurance Brokers team.

If you’re based in or around Birmingham and you’d like to find out more about what it’s like to work for us, visit our careers page.

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Mark Wilkinson

Managing Director

I joined the business in 2002 after working in America for 4 years in small business start-ups. In 2013 I took over the day to day oversight of the business and have been responsible for our strategic direction and external relationships since. We regularly take the camper van away; I enjoy the great outdoors and like getting beaten at football by my son.

Rebecca Knowles

Head of HR & Operational Support

I joined Norton in 2015 as HR Manager and became Head of Operations & HR in 2020. I’m responsible for the day-to-day running of the operational side of the business, heading up our Personal Lines, Commercial and Customer Services teams. I’m fortunate to have a great team, where we work collaboratively and have fun along the way. I love spending time with my children; together we love travelling, exploring new places, going for long walks and bike rides.

Ben White

Head of Operations

I joined the business in 2009 as an office assistant.  Since then I have managed our Heritage Sales teams from brand new clients all the way to renewing existing customers. In July 2021, I took over the operational side of all trading teams including our other brands; Norton Insurance and Tradesure. I work closely with our Team Managers to provide strategic guidance to make sure we offer the best possible service to all of our clients, whilst driving the overall performance of the business.  

I enjoy spending time with my two sons and the rest of my spare time is taken up with playing for several football teams.

Russell Wilcock

Finance Controller

In January 2022, I joined the Norton family bringing with me 18 years of Financial Services experience. In addition to this I have worked across various sectors including the NHS and vacuum sales. As the head of the Finance department at Norton, I am responsible for internal and external financial reporting, budgeting, payroll, supplier payments, and income collection.

I work closely with a fantastic Finance team and have the opportunity to collaborate with all members of the wider team here at Norton.

During my leisure time, I enjoy spending quality time with my son and daughter. We love exploring the outdoors, camping, and trying new things together. Cooking is also a passion of mine and whenever I am not out and about with my family, you can find me in the kitchen chopping vegetables or grinding spices.

Faryal Bhatti

Marketing Manager

I joined Norton as a Marketing Manager in 2025. My role is multifaceted and involves implementing and managing marketing for all three brands: Norton Insurance Brokers, Heritage Car Insurance, and Tradesure. I work directly with team managers and am responsible for attracting new clients through a range of traditional and digital marketing strategies, as well as managing external partnerships.

Outside of work, I play cricket, be lazy with my two baby cats, and spend time with my family.

Joe Turner

Norton Manager

I joined Norton in April 2018 as a senior sales advisor, moving to Renewals Assistant Manager after 5 months and then Renewals Manager a year later. I built success within my team through hard work, maintaining excellent customer service, and building good relationships with the clients I dealt with.

With 15 years’ insurance experience under my belt, I relish the opportunity that my role as Norton Manager provides to make sure we give our customers the personal touch they deserve. My team are committed to going above and beyond for each client we work with.

I am very much a family man and love to look after those closest to me. I enjoy all types of sports whether that’s watching or playing – although with my dodgy knees it’s more like watching only these days!

For me, the best part of working at Norton is that we are one big family, whether that’s my colleagues or the clients we take care of. Insurance doesn’t need to be a hassle if you have the right individual looking after you

Aleksandra Jonczyk

Team Manager

I joined Norton Insurance in March 2023 as an Insurance Advisor and in November 2023, I took on the role of a Personal Client Manager.

What I enjoy most about my role is having genuine conversations and building trusted relationships with my clients. It is important to me to provide each client with a service which is unique and tailored to their needs.

Outside of work my biggest passions are cooking and music. I am a really creative person and my two hobbies definitely go hand-in-hand. I love to cook and experiment with flavours from all around the world, and I usually do this while listening to my favourite artists!

Harry O’Neill

Team Manager

I joined Norton as a Personal Client Manager in February 2025 and instantly knew I had found the enjoyable employment I was looking for. After a successful 6 months in the New Business Onboarding team, I was promoted to Team Manager within the Norton Pathway department.

I'm very much a people person, so social interaction is important to me both with colleagues and clients. Outside of work, I coach semi-professional football and have done for over 6 years, which has allowed me to transfer many skills into my role.

This sporting background keeps me full of energy and helps me support clients and colleagues effectively through teamwork and communication.

Craig Gilling

Team Manager

I joined Norton Insurance Brokers in March 2024 after spending 17 years working in the hospitality industry, where caring for others and delivering a positive experience were always at the heart of what I did. This background has shaped my approach to putting clients first in everything I do.

Since joining Norton, I have enjoyed building relationships with clients and ensuring they receive tailored insurance solutions that meet their individual needs. I take pride in providing a personal, attentive service.

Outside of work, I enjoy spending time with my family, exploring National Trust sites with my wife and five-year-old step-son, and making the most of being outdoors together.

Jayne Devey

Personal Client Manager

I have worked in insurance for over 20 years, 15 of which I have spent as part of the team here at Norton Insurance Brokers. I enjoy working as a Personal Client Manager because it allows me to build great rapport with clients, many become friends, and we speak about life and family, not just insurance.

My role is varied and involves creating new business quotations, adding vehicles for customers and renewing policies. I treat every client how I would like to be treated in all aspects of life.

In my spare time I love to bake, and I enjoy walking my dogs, Aster is a German Spitz aged 7, and Luna is a Cocker-Shon, aged 2.

Usman Hussain

Personal Client Manager

Having joined Norton in late 2019, I greatly enjoy the role I’ve developed here. It’s a real pleasure for me to engage positively with my clients and make sure that their needs are met, and I am proud to be providing a service that is really unique and personal.

With ten years’ experience in insurance broking, I’ve previously specialised in motor and home insurance before taking on a broader role at Norton. This practical experience has enabled me to develop the knowledge and expertise to truly support my clients.

In my spare time I like to work out and enjoy reading books, preferably non-fiction. I also love football and am a big Formula 1 fan.

Seema Lal

Personal Client Manager

I have been with the company for over 15 years. I previously worked in the Heritage team and have also worked in the Customer Services team.

With a wealth of insurance experience spanning many years, my aim as a Personal Client Manager is to consistently provide excellent customer satisfaction to my clients.

Outside of work, I enjoy spending time with my family and friends. I like going to the cinema and listening to music too.

Lianna Fuller

Personal Client Manager

I joined Norton as a Personal Client Manager in 2023. I am passionate about ensuring client satisfaction, excellent customer service, and building rapport for long-lasting relationships.

My role at Norton is diverse, which has enabled me to develop my insurance knowledge and expertise in newfound areas to best support my clients. My aim is to provide all my clients with a personal and professional experience being their sole point of contact.

Personally, the best part of working at Norton is their genuine interest to look after all customers and to value each other.

When I’m not working, I enjoy spending time with my family exploring new destinations, bike rides and the occasional show at my local theatre.

Melissa Cooppen

Personal Client Manager

I joined the Norton team in March 2025 as a Personal Client Manager, bringing with me a background in email marketing automation and a strong customer-first mindset. What drew me to Norton was the opportunity to build meaningful relationships with clients beyond the transactional, ensuring you feel genuinely supported every step of the way.

Outside of work, you'll usually find me flying through a thriller novel or travelling to another city for a rock concert. I'm both a cat and a dog person, so if you have a furry companion, I'd love to hear about them, I'll happily return the favour and introduce you to my 20kg Shih Tzu!

One of the things I love most about Norton is our close-knit team, where everyone is always willing to support one another.

Gypsy Mae Roberts

Personal Client Manager

I joined Norton Insurance Brokers as a Personal Client Manager in 2025, bringing enthusiasm for building strong client relationships and delivering tailored insurance solutions. I'm committed to getting to know my clients and ensuring they feel supported and confident in their insurance decisions.

In my spare time, I have a serious case of the travel bug and love exploring new cultures, spending time outdoors, and discovering great food wherever I go. I enjoy sharing my experiences and recommendations, and I'm always open to advice on where to go next!

What I love most about Norton is the collaborative team environment and the opportunity to build meaningful relationships with clients.

Eve Darby

Personal Client Manager

I joined Norton in September 2025 as an Insurance Advisor and will be stepping into the role of Personal Client Manager in February 2026.

Since joining Norton, I have thoroughly enjoyed all aspects of the role, particularly working closely with customers and seeking tailored solutions to meet their insurance needs. This position allows me to continuously expand my insurance knowledge, ensuring I can deliver the highest possible standard of service.

Outside of work, I enjoy playing netball, travelling and spending quality time with friends and family.

Guv Bains

Personal Client Manager

I recently joined Norton Insurance Brokers as a Personal Client Manager after many years working within insurance and banking. I joined Norton because their values and culture align to mine, and my colleagues have been very welcoming and supportive.

The Personal Client Manager role provides me the opportunity to build relationships with my own customers whilst providing a personal service. I enjoy getting to know clients and ensuring they receive the attention they deserve.

My main hobbies are football, reading, watching TV and films, and enjoying long walks with my 2 dogs.

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