Haywards Heath

Annie has 28 years’ worth of experience within NFU Mutual, with a degree from Seale Hayne Agricultural College.  Coming from a rural and farming background at the family farm in the New Forest. She specialises in estates, farm, vineyards and corporate insurances with large and complex contents portfolios. Annie enjoys developing her family home, shared with her husband, two sons and Hendricks the Vizsla, cycling and touring holidays in her campervan.

Jane has a wealth of 28 years’ experience at NFU Mutual, she studied at Brinsbury Agricultural College.  She has vast local knowledge, growing up on a farming estate in Bolney. She deals with all aspects of NFU Mutual general insurance portfolio and leads on the financial and operational aspects of the agency.  Ensuring it continues to grow and that customer service is always at the forefront. Jane has a passion for interiors and enjoys an outlet for her creativity through her husband’s furniture business. Pictured here with her adorable Terrier, Stan.

Gary joined NFU Mutual in 2020 having been a financial adviser for 25 years. He works by gaining an understanding of our customers current financial situation and formulates a financial plan which will meet both their current and future needs. He can advise on a number of areas including how to make the most of tax-free allowances to Inheritance Tax planning and mitigation. Gary volunteers for Diabetes UK, he enjoys riding his mountain bike and motorcycle as well as playing the guitar.

Vicky joined us in 2014 having worked for NFU Mutual in various roles for over 20 years, she grew up on a farming estate in Warwickshire. She works closely with the Agents to manage the team, promote new business opportunities, and ensure that our ever-growing agency runs smoothly and effectively by coaching our team members to achieve the highest levels of service standards. Vicky has a young family, with a recent addition, Milly the Cavapoo. 

Anne joined us in 2021 having worked as a business consultant for 20 years, helping rural and equine businesses diversify, and grow.  She had also worked for the British Equestrian Federation around the time of London 2012 as well as managing the PR for high end stabling manufacturer Scotts of Thrapston. She manages the agency’s marketing whether that is participating in community events, creating new connections with local businesses or implementing national campaigns at a local level. Anne also manages a thriving livery yard on the Hyde Estate in Handcross, enjoys canal boats with her husband and daughter and making leather stationery items.

Clare joined us in 2014, having had a long career in insurance underwriting. As the claims manager she is here to assist you in a helpful, friendly and efficient way providing excellent customer service at a time when you need it most. Clare enjoys the company of her family, friends and her Lab cross Spud, they all enjoy trips away in their beloved campervan.

Freya joined us in 2017 with a background in customer service. She is licensed for small business insurance, which is her focus, as well as supporting Clare with claims.  She can be relied upon to help with all types of insurance claims.  She is also licenced for motor and personal products and can assist with quotations for new and existing customers and mid-term policy alterations. Freya spends much of her time shared with her husband and fur family an Appaloosa aptly named Freckles and Barley her Lab.  She is part of the young Farmers and recently raised over £1000 for the Royal Agricultural Benevolent Institution, undertaking a 100km walk.

Alice joined the Haywards Heath agency in June 2019.  She studied at Plumpton, before working at Lingfield racecourse and then for an International equestrian team. She specialises in NFU Mutual’s Bespoke home insurance for customers with high value homes and contents. Alice enjoys shooting and helping on her family farm with their four fox red Labs.

India joined the Haywards Heath agency in July 2020, bringing a wealth of experience in sales and marketing working with many high end brands including The Goodwood Group.  She specialises in NFU Mutual’s Bespoke home insurance for customers with high value homes and contents. India has a Terrier called George, enjoys fine dining and planning holidays.  If there is a celebration to have in the office India is our star baker, with her ‘Bake Off’ worthy creations

Lily joined us in 2021 as Farm Account Manager, from the Balcombe Estate Office.  She holds a foundation degree in agriculture from Brighton University and has plenty of hands on experience with her family’s pedigree Hereford cattle and sheep. This makes her ideally positioned to work with our farms, estates and commercial accounts on their renewals and policy queries. Lily loves shooting, rearing her own cows and general farm life.

Megan joined us in 2020, she grew up on Paternosters Fruit Farm and has a strong background in customer services. She is licensed to deal with NFU Mutual motor, home, equine products and can assist with quotations for new and existing customers and mid-term policy alterations.  Megan also works closely with Gary Leftley our Financial Adviser to co-ordinate his diary. Megan loves spontaneous explorations of the English countryside with her partner.

James joined us in 2020 with an insurance background. He is licenced to assist new and existing customers with motor, commercial vehicle and tractor Insurance.  So, if you are looking for insurance for something with wheels, he is your main point of contact. James loves super cars and enjoys attending meets in the local area, as well as beach fishing, scuba diving and keeping fit at the gym.

Emma joined us in 2021 with background in insurance. She is licenced for motor, home, equine and personal products and can assist with quotations for new and existing customers and mid-term policy alterations.  Emma is kept busy with her young family, helping her husband who is a local farmer and if that is not enough, she is also the secretary for the Hurstpierpoint & District Ploughing Match.