Pivotal Growth acquires Northern Ireland-based insurance brokerage

CEO highlights plan to improve capabilities in the business protection sector

Pivotal Growth acquires Northern Ireland-based insurance brokerage

Pivotal Growth Limited has announced its acquisition of Business Protection Solutions (UK) Limited (BPS), a Northern Ireland-based insurance brokerage specializing in business protection services. The acquisition marks Pivotal Growth’s strategic expansion into the business protection broking market and broadens its service offering in Northern Ireland.

BPS, established in 2010 by managing director John McComiskey, provides a variety of insurance products, including shareholder protection insurance, key person insurance, relevant life plans, and group private medical insurance. The company has built a reputation in the region for delivering tailored business protection solutions.

The acquisition aligns with Pivotal Growth’s strategy to diversify its portfolio and strengthen its presence in the financial services sector.

 “This acquisition significantly strengthens our proposition by adding a specialist business protection capability that complements our existing services,” said Simon Embley, CEO of Pivotal Growth. “BPS’s strong expertise in the business protection space presents a unique opportunity to diversify and grow our portfolio.”

McComiskey expressed enthusiasm about the partnership, saying, “We’re thrilled to be joining Pivotal Growth. With Pivotal Growth’s backing and our shared vision for growth, we are confident that BPS will continue to thrive and expand its reach in the business protection sector. This partnership will enable us to better serve our clients and offer them a wider range of financial solutions.”

Pivotal Growth, a joint venture between LSL Property Services Plc and Pollen Street Capital, was launched in 2021 with the mission of investing in and growing profitable mortgage and protection brokerages.

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