Phone lines closed
Monday: 9:00 am - 8:00 pm
Tuesday: 9:00 am - 8:00 pm
Wednesday: 9:00 am - 8:00 pm
Thursday: 9:00 am - 8:00 pm
Friday: 9:00 am - 8:00 pm
Saturday: 9:00 am - 12:30 pm
Morpeth
Unit 6, Telford Court Loansdean, Morpeth, NE61 2DB
Monday: 9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tuesday: 9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wednesday: 9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thursday: 9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Friday: 9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Saturday: Closed
Welcome to NFU Mutual Morpeth agency where our team of friendly professional staff will be happy to help you with your insurance and financial needs either on the telephone or in the office.
We can provide insurance to suit your needs whether you are an individual, business owner or a company director. We can also offer advice on investments, pensions and protection through an NFU Mutual Financial Adviser. No matter how big or small your enquiry, we will always be pleased to speak with you.
NFU Mutual
Our team
Jayne Watson
Agent
Jayne has been both an Agent and NFU Group Secretary at the Morpeth agency since 1997 when she joined Stephen Rank to form the current partnership. Jayne studied Geography specialising in Agriculture, Economics and Politics at Kingston University and also has a Diploma in Chartered Insurance. Jayne grew up on a hill farm and is partner in her own farming business specialising in pedigree livestock giving her an inside perspective on the challenges facing the rural way of life. Jayne specialises in commercial, farm and estate insurance. Outside work Jayne spends time on the family farm with her husband and 2 sons but also enjoys walking in our beautiful countryside.
Stephen Rank
Agent
Stephen has been both an Agent and NFU Group Secretary since 1989. He started in Darlington before moving to Morpeth in June 1992. In 1997 he formed his current partnership with Jayne Watson which continues to this day. Stephen studied Agricultural Marketing and Business Administration at Harper Adams Agricultural College from 1985 to 1988. Stephen specialises in farm and estates insurance. Outside of work Stephen is married with 3 children and is very active playing rugby, swimming and riding his road bike.
Carolyn Sawyer
Sales Executive
Carolyn joined the team in 2018 coming from a commercial sales background and previously to that worked for an insurance broker in the locality for 28 years. Carolyn specialises in advising business owners regarding safeguarding and protecting themselves and their businesses. Please contact Carolyn directly at Carolyn_Sawyer@nfumutual.co.uk or https://www.linkedin.com/in/carolyn-sawyer-385747103/
Janine Brown
Office Manager
Janine has been a member of the team since 2002 providing expert help and assistance on a wide variety of insurance products.
Lauren Hardcastle
Accounts Manager
Lauren joined the team in 2009 specialising in motor and personal insurances. Also able to assist with policy amendments and billing enquiries. Lauren also specialises in financial services and acts as an introducer discussing investments, pensions and protection solutions that Mark Grainger, NFU Mutual Financial Adviser can provide.
Elizabeth Grix
Accounts Executive
Joined the team in 2005 having spent 15 years at a neighbouring branch. Deals with all classes of insurance with expertise and confidence.
Pat Dominiczak
Accounts Executive
Pat joined the team in 2005 having previously worked for NFU Mutual as an Underwriter for 21 years. Pat compliments the sales team with her in-depth knowledge and technical expertise of commercial insurance.
Helen Bonnick
Sales Executive
Helen was previously employed by NFU Mutual for over 28 years. Helen, with her wealth of experience, joined our team in 2014 to expand our new business by focusing on SMEs and providing them with insurance, risk management solutions and introducing financial services.
Kate Murray
Customer Service Adviser
Kate handles all insurance products for new and existing customers including quotes, claims and alterations.
Liz Hepburn
Customer Service Adviser
Liz joined the team in January 2019, she has over 25 years insurance experience, specialising in motor and personal.
Vicky Halliday
Customer Service Adviser
Vicky joined the team in February 2019. She has over 20 years’ experience working for a local broker. Vicky will provide help to our new and existing customers with any motor and personal enquiries.
Hannah Robinson
Administrative Assistant
Hannah is in an apprenticeship role and provides administrative support to our busy team.
Mark Grainger, AFPS, BA (Hons), CeMAP
Chartered Financial Planner
Mark has worked for NFU Mutual for 10 years as a Financial Adviser and currently holds Chartered Adviser status. This is the most widely accepted ‘gold standard’ qualification available for Financial Advisers/Planners. He specialises in Inheritance Tax planning, pensions, protection and investments for individuals, corporate clients and trusts. Mark will be happy to visit you at home or in our local office. To arrange an appointment or have an informal chat, please call Mark on 07967 698318 or ring the office and ask for Lauren Hardcastle.
Jane Cartwright
Risk Management Services - Sales Consultant
NFU Mutual Risk Management Services Ltd employs a nationwide team of health & safety professionals specialising in a wide range of industries. Jane’s role within this team is to provide advice and solutions to new and existing customers on their health & safety requirements.
Chris Pearce
Sales Development Consultant
Chris supports the team's growth strategy and develops new product line opportunities, meeting the ever increasing demands of our expanding client portfolio.