Our designated teams operate within their specific area of expertise which includes Fraud, Intelligence, Surveillance and Liability Investigation. All operational areas are supported by our centrally based administration and case management team, giving us the infrastructure to provide an end to end investigation service and solution. By bringing together this range of experience, we can deliver an efficient and pro-active strategy on each instruction, tailoring our approach dependent upon each set of circumstances.
Expertise
At Allied Universal Compliance and Investigations, we pride ourselves on our extensive range of experience and industry knowledge.
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Andrew van der Westhuizen
Managing Director
Andrew joined Allied Universal Compliance and Investigations in 2009 from a leading insurer. He brings a powerful combination of industry expertise and a client-focused leadership style to the team.
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Drawing on his extensive background in insurance and customer service, Andrew prioritises the development of long-term partnerships and is driven by a commitment to continuous improvement. By delivering innovative solutions that adapt to a shifting market, he ensures the business remains at the forefront of the industry. Andrew is dedicated to upholding our hard-earned reputation as the market's trusted advisor, fostering a culture of integrity and excellence to deliver true benefits and drive meaningful change.
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David Snow
Managing Director, Ireland
Manning the Irish business, Dave began his career in the investigation business in 1989, graduating from the Institute of Irish Investigators, where he received the Youngest Student Award.
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Throughout his career, Dave has held leadership roles across Management, Fraud, Vendor, Recoveries, Security and Investigations. Notably, he headed the Special Investigations Unit for a large multinational insurer’s Irish operations. Prior to his tenure there, he served as the general manager of a private detective agency, where he managed over 200 employees. An experienced speaker and author, Dave has lectured extensively across Europe and North America, and has written numerous articles and authored books on identity theft and fraud management. His expertise also extends to public relations, having appeared on television and radio in both Ireland and North America. In 2013, Dave's contributions were internationally recognised when he was awarded both the EMEA and North American Financial Crimes Investigator of the Year.
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Matthew Cantle
Executive Vice President, Global Technology
Matthew was appointed Executive Vice President of Allied Universal Compliance and Investigations on 1 January, 2023. Previously, he was the Managing Director from 1 July, 2014 to 2022.
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Since joining us in 2010, Matthew has held the position of Operations Director, and more recently successfully led the Business Development area, implementing a number of strategic change projects. Matthew has overseen the transition from a small privately owned company through to becoming integrated in a PLC and also managed the TUPE working arrangements of 80 staff transferring from a large insurer in 2012. Matthew has extensive insurance industry experience, including as Head of Motor Recoveries for a large insurer. Originally from Bath, Matthew graduated from Exeter University in 1995 with a BSc in Economics.
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Dan Newton
Operations Director
Dan’s experience in the insurance industry has been invaluable as Operations Director at Allied Universal Compliance and Investigations, and has allowed him to bring a fresh perspective to the company’s operations, implementing innovative strategies that have further strengthened the company’s operations.
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Before joining the company, Dan served in the Armed Forces as a Royal Engineer, held senior positions within the insurance industry and earned a Master’s in Business Administration. Looking ahead, Dan is committed to building on the culture of excellence and innovation within Allied Universal Compliance and Investigations to further strengthen its reputation as the most trusted provider of insurance claim services.
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Jasmine Praki
Head of Account Management
As Head of Account Management, Jasmine leads with over 15 years of experience in the insurance industry.
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Since joining Allied Universal Compliance and Investigations in May 2023, she has leveraged her diverse background in operations, sales, claims and third-party management to build and maintain strong, lasting client relationships. Jasmine excels in building honest and trusted partnerships. She believes in putting customers at the heart of every decision, consistently delivering excellent service and promoting innovative solutions that add real value.
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Chris Bester
IT Manager
Chris has been overseeing the company’s IT infrastructure and support functions since 2012, having previously worked as a network and server infrastructure architect contracted to the business. Chris led the business-wide ISO/IEC 27001 certification in 2013 and has maintained our ISMS ever since.
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In addition to overseeing IT infrastructure and support, Chris also oversees our business intelligence function and our internal software development team, which is central to our core business strategy to deliver ground-breaking innovation to transform our industry for the better.
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Emilie Hutson
Financial Controller
Emilie brings a unique blend of analytical rigor and a strong, personable approach to our leadership team, drawing on a diverse professional background in insurance, education and retail.
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Since joining the firm in 2021, her rapid progression from Finance Assistant to Finance Controller highlights her dedication, adaptability and commitment to excellence. Emilie holds diplomas in both AAT and CIMA and is actively advancing through her professional studies towards becoming a Chartered Management Accountant.