Liberty - Insurance & Claims - Liberty Specialty Markets Australia

25 perspectives from 25 years in Australia

25 years, 22 product lines, 450+ team members, 20,000 clients and one billion dollars in annual gross written premium

Practical and effective solutions

Our integrated teams are dedicated to understanding each client's business, finding deeper levels of coverage, and offering practical advice when it's needed most

We stand behind Australia's best

That's why 81 of the ASX100 choose to work with our integrated team of underwriters, risk engineers and claims professionals

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Our experience sets us apart

Over 40,000 personnel in 29 countries. We're part of a Fortune 100 company backed by over 110 years of history and experience.

A team you can count on

Putting our people at the heart of what we do brings out the best in our team, and in turn, the best for you

Our Perspective

We've curated a range of thought provoking viewpoints on the lines of business we write. Hear direct from our subject matter experts, and learn what they are observing in the market.

News

Insurance Business Brokers on Insurers Awards 2025

Liberty has been recognised with six medals in the annual survey of Australian and New...

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26 May 2025

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Risk analysis and management of floating dock operations

Floating docks present a unique set of considerations when it comes to insurance within the...

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30 Apr 2025

News

Corporate and specialty insurance in China

Learn about the Liberty Specialty Markets Underwriting Division at Lloyd’s China

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04 Apr 2025

Our Specialists
In my 30 years of liability underwriting and management experience, I've worked in Australia and Asia on a range of SME, Corporate and Multinational Accounts.

Frank Salvatore

Senior Underwriter, Casualty
T: +61 7 3235 8833

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The world is an increasingly global marketplace. Our insurance solutions allow clients to face the varied and complex risks of investing in emerging markets.

Chris Sawyer

Head of Financial Risk Solutions, Asia Pacific
T: +65 6622 9195

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With close to two decades of experience in insurance litigation, I bring a unique perspective to resolving complex claims quickly and efficiently, while working collaboratively with stakeholders to ensure optimal...

Samantha Thorndike

Senior Claims Specialist & Tech Lead, Casualty
T: +61 2 8298 5829

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25 years in Risk Engineering and I know the value of people, culture and real risk management as opposed to paperwork and compliance.

David Collins

AVP Risk Engineering, Casualty
T: +61 7 3235 8829

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With years of experience working in commercial property risks, I've developed underwriting solutions for more than 80 commercial buildings across Australia.

Matthew Pasquini

Senior Underwriter, Property
T: +61 2 8298 5809

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Our Specialists
It is only through listening to each stakeholder and working together as an industry that we will achieve great outcomes for our clients.

Gemma Cooper

Claims Manager, PFR Australia
T: +61 8 6188 9523

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Our Specialists
With over two decades of experience, I know the tripartite relationship between broker, client and insurer is important to every underwriting decision and it builds strong, enduring partnerships.

Todd Sessions

Assistant Vice President, PFR Manager - WA
T: +61 8 6188 9521

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Our Specialists
I enjoy working closely with our broker partners to provide a bespoke product tailored to their needs.

Celeste Tanner

Underwriter, Casualty
T: +61 7 3235 8846

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Our Specialists
I handle sensitive and complex claims for our clients and believe that the road to achieving an outcome is as important as the outcome itself.

Natasha Youl

Senior Claims Specialist & Tech Lead
T: +61 3 9619 9807

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Our Specialists
I enjoy using my knowledge and experience gained from many years in the financial services industry to look after our various stakeholders.