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We’re the pioneering providers of premium finance products and services in Spain, having introduced the concept in the UK in 1977. Today we work with 3,000 brokers internationally, providing the products and technology that help meet their objectives, be it better service for their customers, increased income or reduced costs.

 
     
 

We are part of Close Brothers Group plc, the largest and most successful independent merchant bank in the UK. Founded in the city in 1878, Close now has assets of £4bn, employs over 2,000 people and is listed on the London Stock Exchange.

Some quick facts:

  • First to introduce premium finance in the UK in 1977, expanding into Ireland in 2000 and launching in Spain in 2006
  • Part of Close Brothers Group plc, a Fitch “A” rated company and the largest independent merchant banking group in the UK
  • Fund €2billion of premiums yearly, covering commercial and personal lines insurance
  • Most stable presence in the market, with 30 years experience in the UK
  • Process 10 million direct debits a year, handling premium payments for over 3,000 brokers
  • Innovative in product development, introducing the award winning i-prompt system in 1999 and launching i-mail in 2003
  • Most consistent award-winner, winning Premium Finance Provider Of The Year 9 out of 12 years

Our People

Premium finance is all about providing a service for people and the quality of this service depends greatly on the quality of our people. Our team has extensive experience in both the insurance and finance markets, in Spain and internationally – and our aim is to use this expertise to help you meet your business objectives.

Some of our key people.

 
     
 
  Bob Golden, Chief Executive
Bob's focus is to ensure that our customers receive the best possible experience in using Close's products and services, adding value to their proposition and providing long term value for money. Bob joined Close in 1999 and is also Managing Director of Close Brothers Limited, the Banking Division of Close Brothers Group plc, Chairman of mortgage network, Mortgage Intelligence, and a non-executive director of Close Invoice Finance. Bob still finds time, however, to indulge his passion for motor boating, Arsenal and cigars - but not necessarily in that order.
 
 
  Nigel Mottershead, Managing Director
Nigel joined Close in November 2000 and became Managing Director in 2006. With nearly 30 years experience in financial services, he is responsible for the day to day running of the company and the implementation of its strategic direction including the recent intensive acquisition activity. Before joining Close Nigel was previously Head of Business Banking at Royal Bank of Scotland. He is a lifelong supporter of Manchester United, but still finds time to ski, play guitar and watch cricket.
 
 
  Sonia Maria Luengo, Managing Director, Spain
Sonia joined Close Brothers in September 2008 with the goal of educating the Spanish broker market on the benefits of premium finance in Spain. With a strong banking and insurance background from her time working at Commerzbank, BNP Paribas, Allianz and GE, she understands brokers and insurers and the benefits premium finance can offer. In her spare time you will find Sonia relaxing at her home in Madrid or getting involved in various sporting activities with her two children.
 
 
  Francisco Javier Morales Elbaz,
Sales Account Manager

Francisco’s responsibility at Close is to take care of brokers and to help them achieve their targets, both in terms of service and finance. And he understands broker requirements, having worked at Mondial Assistance for 9 years. During his free time, Francisco is on the tennis court or at the beach, reading a good book or chatting with his family.
 
 
  Virginia Garcia-Olias Ventas, Sales Account Manager
Virginia is responsible for the relationships with some of our bigger brokers, assisting with training, problem solving and identifying new ways to maximise premium finance for her brokers. Before joining Close, Virginia worked in the underwriting department of Cesmar Seguros y Reaseguros S.A. for 9 years, where she liaised constantly with brokers. A keen explorer, Virginia has visited Argentina, Central America and most part of Europe and is always looking for new travel adventures.
 
 
  Francisco Martinez Ortega, Sales Account Manager
An exceptional Insurance professional with more than 20 years’ experience working within broker
networks; delivering on customers’ expectations and a track record of exceeding targets. Based in
Barcelona, Francisco is working with our existing brokers, exploring potential growth areas, as well
as developing new relationships. Francisco relishes the prospect of successfully introducing premium
finance to the Catalan market. In his free time Francisco likes nothing more than spending time with
family and friends; reading a book or playing the odd game of football.
 
 
  Victor Manuel Fernández, Sales Account Manager
Víctor has more than 15 years of experience and excellent relations with our most important brokers in Cataluña and Baleares islands. His professional network and excellent relationships help brokers meet their insurance premium finance needs and achieve their targets. Before joining Close Brothers, Victor worked in Grupo Agrupacio Mutua, Aegon and Quarck Comunicación. During the weekends, Victor enjoys his time with his family and child practising different activities in the seaside and the mountains. He also likes travelling and reading.
 
 
  Miguel Silos, Sales Account Manager
Miguel has broad experience together with a global vision of business that will contribute to Close Brothers Financiación de Seguros establishment in the South Area and Canary Islands, helping brokers’ with their work and achieving their targets. Miguel has worked during the last 18 years in companies such as Dapa, Hércules Hispano, Royal Insurance, Athena and Pelayo. During his spare time he enjoys relaxing at the beach with his family and especially sailing.
 
 
  Enrique Escamilla, Sales Account Manager
Enrique has experience of over 25 years in the insurance market that demonstrates his ability in identifying and in responding to brokers needs in the Levante Area. Enrique’s main aim is helping brokers in advising customers of their insurance premium finance needs. It is relevant his experience in companies like Multimar, AGF-Unión Fénix and Mussap where he has demonstrated successfully his effectiveness. He is a Valencia Football Club supporter and likes travelling with his family in his spare time.
 
 
 
     
   
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