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“There are too many people to mention, and it would end up like a Gwyneth Paltrow Oscars speech! But a massive thank you to everyone who has helped and supported me, and been there for me, in my 15 years.” Peter Bell, Group Health and Safety and Facilities Officer, summed it up pretty well when… Continue reading Peter Bell Celebrates 15 Years at Winns!
Our intrepid Yorkshire Three Peaks Challenge team scaled new heights, walked tirelessly, and raised thousands of pounds recently. In aid of our chosen charity of the year – the Children’s Heart Unit Fund (Chuf) – 17 employees hiked up three mountains in the Yorkshire Dales, walked a 24-mile route, and did so in under 12… Continue reading Yorkshire Three Peaks Challenge Team Raises Thousands!
Congratulations to Michelle Cox on reaching the 15-year mark at Winn Group recently. Starting as a Finance Assistant, she progressed her career, moving from Senior Finance Assistant to Accounts Team Leader to Accounts Manager and now her current role as Group Management Accountant, one she thoroughly enjoys. “When I first started, I was really impressed… Continue reading Michelle Cox Celebrates 15 Years at Winns!
Following a carbon footprint assessment, Winn Group is pleased to have offset 1,071 tonnes of carbon dioxide last year. As part of our continued focus on reducing and offsetting our carbon footprint - incorporated in our Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) programme - Winns supports the delivery of projects that aim to combat emissions as… Continue reading Winn Group’s Continued Contribution to Net Zero Goals
A fantastic achievement, Nichola Welsh recently celebrated 20 years at Winn Group! A Costs Lawyer and Team Leader in our Costs and Debt Recovery department, Nichola started out back in 2006 as an office junior in the post team, having just left school. Deciding to embark on a career in the Costs Team, she began… Continue reading Nichola Welsh Celebrates 20 Years at Winns!
Stephen Barber celebrated his 10-year anniversary at Winn Group and immediately thanked those on his team for the support. The Claims Review Supervisor started back in 2016 as a Claims Handler and has been a constant in our First Response Team throughout the past decade. He said: “Without the guys/people, it would make the job… Continue reading Stephen Barber Celebrates Decade at Winns
Congratulations are in order after Chelsey Carr and Lucy Dinning completed their training contracts at Winn Group. The legal duo have now been accepted onto the Solicitors Roll as fully qualified solicitors. After two years of hard work, learning, and development across a range of departments within Winn Group, Chelsea and Lucy have accepted positions… Continue reading Legal Duo Earn Fully Qualified Solicitor Status
Senior Solicitor Simon Staton is retiring after a fantastic 18 years at Winns. The solicitor has been part of our Personal Injury team for nearly two decades, serving with distinction throughout that time. One of the few at Winn Group, and indeed in the North East, to hold Personal Injury accreditation through the Law Society… Continue reading Best Wishes to Simon Staton on his retirement!
Chris Cullingworth has left the business after deciding to pursue another opportunity, leaving Winn Group after 21 years with the company. An Associate Director, he was heavily involved in leading departments during a period of dynamic and rapid growth. Helping put the organisation in the position it is in today, Chris leaves with our very… Continue reading Chris Cullingworth Departs Winn Group
A sprightly group of Winn Group employees took to an inflatable obstacle course, all in aid of our chosen charity on Saturday. The Children’s Heart Unit Fund sent their pre-race best wishes to our team of 25 runners as they took on either a 2.5km, 5km, or 15km run up, over, and through a range… Continue reading Winns Team Bounces to Success!
Timothy Wilson celebrated 10 years at Winns and summed it up with one simple phrase: “I feel like I’m right where I’m meant to be.” Having started as a Claims Handler in our First Response Team post-university, back in 2016, Tim has progressed significantly during his time at Winn Group, as he explained when celebrating… Continue reading Tim Wilson Sails Past 10 Years at Winns!
Anniversaries encourage people to reflect on successes and memorable moments during their career. For Ron Evans-Brookes, who celebrated 15 years at Winns recently, it delivered a stark realisation. “I just could not grasp how old I was now compared to when I started!” said the Network and Partnerships Manager. Joining as a Business Development Executive… Continue reading Ron Evans-Brookes Toasts 15 Years at Winns
Paul Hewitson has been promoted to Head of our First Response Team. Formerly Deputy Head of the department, Paul has moved into the role of department lead, with Chris Jones becoming Head of Claims Operations. Well versed in the day-to-day operations in FRT, Paul has worked in the department for 15 years, across a range… Continue reading Paul Hewitson Promoted to Head of FRT
Anniversary celebrations are often a time to reflect on journeys taken at a company. For Winn Group Chief Executive Officer Chris Birkett, it is not only a nod of recognition for surpassing 20 years at Winn Group but also an opportunity to look back on hard-to-match company growth and evolution. Winn's has gone through significant… Continue reading Chris Birkett Celebrates 20 Years at Winn Group
Being made to feel welcome and at home on the first day ensured Sarah Prince was celebrating her 10-year anniversary recently. Currently one of our Case Analysts and Training Controllers, Sarah sailed past the decade marker at Winn Group, with a nod of recognition to that very first day back in 2016. She said: “I… Continue reading Sarah Prince Celebrates Decade at Winn Group