The Risk Management Team at Verlingue are dedicated to minimising risk and protecting your business. The wealth of knowledge and experience our specialist team possess can help your business achieve its targets, increase profitability, improve your legal position, and mitigate the risk of unexpected fines or reputational damage. We are able to provide both traditional Risk Management solutions, as well as bespoke Enterprise Risk Management audits. 

Why Risk Management

All organisations face a degree of uncertainty - operational, financial and reputational. Risk management provides clarity, helping you stay in control and make informed decisions. Done properly, it can reduce disruption, manages cost and supports long-term stability. 

Verlingue’ s pragmatic approach to risk in the workplace is a significant value add.  It has driven improvement, increased efficiency and reduced costs across the health and safety programme.

Our specialist team

Richard Morgan 

Sales Director – Existing Business & Risk Management

Richard is an experienced insurance and risk management leader with over 25 years in the industry. He specialises in helping organisations identify, manage, and mitigate complex risks through practical, client-focused solutions. Richard plays a key role in integrating risk management with client service delivery - ensuring a joined-up approach across broking, claims, and advisory teams.

His focus on continuous improvement, coupled with strong insurer and market relationships, enables clients to access innovative solutions and achieve better risk and commercial outcomes. Known for his collaborative approach and commercial insight, Richard builds trusted partnerships and helps clients navigate an increasingly complex and dynamic risk landscape.

 

 

Gayle Bennouir BA (hons) IRM Cert Tech IOSH Cert CII 

Risk Management Director 

Gayle Bennouir is the Risk Management Director at Verlingue UK. She has over thirty years’ experience in risk management, working for four PLCs over that time. After graduating with a BA (Hons), Gayle moved into the travel industry working in quality and health and safety for Cosmos Air PLC,  Thomas Cook then TUI Travel PLC.  As the importance of sustainability emerged, she became a qualified sustainability auditor.

Gayle then moved to Saga PLC where; she branched into the ERM side of risk management. Key areas of focus included supply chain management, GDPR, modern slavery, business continuity, incident investigation and emerging and horizon risks. She also represented the Risk function at Risk Committees, Executive Committees and Board Meetings.  Gayle has obtained her IRMCert, TechIOSH and Cert CII qualifications.

 

 

Chris Moore | Tech IOSH | AIFSM | L3CertFRA

Risk Management Development Director

Chris Moore is the Risk Management Development Director at Verlingue UK. Having over 15 years’ industry experience. With a strong background in risk assessment, safety training, and regulatory compliance, Chris is committed to fostering a culture of safety and continuous improvement within the workplace.

At Verlingue, Chris develops and implements safety programs, ensuring adherence to safety protocols and promoting a safe work environment. Known for his attention to detail and strong communication skills, Chris effectively collaborates with all stakeholders within the business. Chris is currently broadening his expertise into Fire Safety whilst also working toward his NEBOSH Diploma.

 

Andrew Cassell | TechIOSH | Dip CII | CCIS

Risk Management Executive

Andrew is a Risk Management Executive at Verlingue UK. He has over 11 years’ industry experience, having worked with all lines of insurance across numerous sectors, including Retail, Hospitality, Manufacturing, Construction and white-collar agencies. Andrew has a technical role within Verlingue, providing risk management guidance and support across all areas of risk to our clients. 

He specialises in Cyber Risk, Property & Business Interruption surveys, fire precautions and health and safety.  Andrew has achieved NVQ Level 3 in Providing Financial Services, Dip CII in insurance qualifications, Cyber Academy’s Cyber Insurance Specialist Certificate and more recently a distinction in his NEBOSH General Certificate. Over the next 12 months, Andrew will be undertaking studies to achieve his IRMCert. 

 

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