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Australia

Local expertise. Global specialty insurance strength.

Markel combines local underwriting and claims expertise with the strength of Markel's international network. With offices in Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane and Perth, we provide insurance solutions tailored to the needs of Australian businesses and brokers.

Markel's commitment to Australia

Markel is committed to building a successful and sustainable presence in Australia. Our experienced local team, supported by international expertise and capacity, enables us to respond to changing market needs while continuing to support brokers and clients across a broad range of specialist risks.

Markel provides underwriting solutions to businesses that traditionally purchase insurance in the domestic Australian market. Our local underwriting and claims team work closely with brokers and clients to deliver responsive service and specialist expertise.

Supported by Markel's London capacity and international network of product specialists across London and Asia-Pacific, we combine local decision-making with global capabilities.

Why choose Markel?

  • Local underwriting authority
  • Dedicated Australian claims team
  • Access to global specialist expertise
  • Responsive service and decision-making
  • Long-term commitment to Australia

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What we offer

  • Accountants Professional Indemnity

    Providing trusted advice comes with professional risks. Our specialist cover helps accountants and accountancy firms navigate those challenges with confidence.

  • Construction Professions Professional Indemnity

    The construction sector operates in an environment where precision matters. Our specialist cover helps construction professionals manage the risks associated with providing expert advice and services.

  • Design and Construct Professional Indemnity

    From concept through to completion, construction projects depend on specialist expertise. Our cover helps design and construction professionals manage the risks associated with delivering complex projects.

  • Financial Institutions Crime

    Financial crime continues to evolve as technology advances and new threats emerge. We help financial institutions navigate these challenges with specialist expertise and tailored protection.

  • Financial Intuitions D&O

    Directors and officers face a wide range of responsibilities. Our cover helps protect business leaders from the risks associated with their decisions and duties.

  • Financial Institutions Investment Management

    Investment managers operate in an increasingly complex environment. We help investment professionals navigate evolving risks with specialist expertise and solutions.

  • Financial Institutions Professional Indemnity

    Financial institutions operate in an increasingly complex and regulated environment. Our cover helps protect businesses against claims arising from professional services and advice.

  • Fintech

    Innovation creates opportunity, but it also introduces new exposures. Drawing on decades of fintech expertise, we help businesses manage financial, management and cyber risks with confidence.

  • General Liability

    Businesses face a wide range of liability risks in their day-to-day operations. Our cover helps protect organisations from third-party claims, backed by responsive underwriting and claims expertise.

  • Insurance Professionals Professional Indemnity

    Insurance professionals need cover that reflects the complexities of the sector. We help brokers, underwriting agencies and MGAs protect their businesses against professional liability exposures.

  • Media Professional Indemnity

    Creative work comes with unique risks. Our cover is designed for media and entertainment businesses navigating risks such as content, licensing and defamation.

  • Miscellaneous Professional Indemnity

    No two professions face exactly the same risks. Our flexible cover helps a wide range of consultants and service providers protect their businesses against professional liability exposures.

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At Markel, claims handling is more than a service. It's a core part of the value we provide to our clients and brokers.

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