Markel Direct

Markel Direct Specialist insurance for small businesses, tradespeople, charities & community groups.

We have over 25 years experience offering specialist insurance for professionals, consultants, freelancers, charities and community groups. Our policies are specially designed to cover a wide range of risks and cover can be tailored to suit your individual requirements. Follow us for useful guides, best practice tips, industry news and more for business owners and charity trustees.

16/06/2026

“It suits me and I just work around my normal life”

Nici Goldsmith, Director of Beyond Borders Tax Ltd shares the joys of being self-employed

Head to our YouTube to watch the full episode or follow the link: https://lnkd.in/ewEJKcyc

Episode 2 | Behind Their Business: In Conversation with Nicola Goldsmith is now liveA meaningful conversation discussing...
15/06/2026

Episode 2 | Behind Their Business: In Conversation with Nicola Goldsmith is now live

A meaningful conversation discussing the unexpected move to self-employment and everything that comes with it: from having a work life balance and the flexibility, to admin costs and sorting insurance as a specialist tax advisor.

Search Markel Direct on YouTube or follow the link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IZzatigXRQo

08/06/2026

Jobs within the trade sector are going to be hard to replace with AI

Robin Clevett, specialist carpenter and joiner, discusses the growing value of hands-on trades and the importance of shifting back towards vocational skills in our Behind Their Business podcast.

Do you agree?

🔗 Watch the full interview here https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ph5bRao6tLc

05/06/2026

"Don’t burn your bridges!"

Some important advice from specialist carpenter and joiner, Robin Clevett, for people wanting to go into self-employment.

Watch the latest episode from our podcast Behind Their Business: In Conversation with Robin Clevett on YouTube https://lnkd.in/e_b8Z8a6

🧑‍🤝‍🧑 As part of , we caught up with one of our community group customers to share the amazing work they do.🏀 Swipe acr...
05/06/2026

🧑‍🤝‍🧑 As part of , we caught up with one of our community group customers to share the amazing work they do.

🏀 Swipe across to hear from Tony Lazare from London Basketball Association.

Episode 1 | Behind Their Business: In Conversation with Robin Clevett is now liveAn honest and insightful episode explor...
04/06/2026

Episode 1 | Behind Their Business: In Conversation with Robin Clevett is now live

An honest and insightful episode exploring the realities of running a trades business, building a reputation, and navigating the sacrifices that come with self-employment.

Search Markel Direct on YouTube or watch the full episode here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ph5bRao6tLc

🧑‍🤝‍🧑 It’s , and we want to shine a light on one of our community group customers and the incredible impact they have b...
01/06/2026

🧑‍🤝‍🧑 It’s , and we want to shine a light on one of our community group customers and the incredible impact they have behind the scenes.

☕🥐 Hear from Alan Wheeldon from the Free Community Coffee morning at the Oasis Centre.

💻 Today we're celebrating by highlighting statistics that demonstrate the value of a strong website design.
31/05/2026

💻 Today we're celebrating by highlighting statistics that demonstrate the value of a strong website design.

COMING SOON | We’re excited to introduce “Behind Their Business” – a podcast that uncovers the real stories behind self-...
28/05/2026

COMING SOON | We’re excited to introduce “Behind Their Business” – a podcast that uncovers the real stories behind self-employment and small business life.

In each episode, we sit down with people who’ve built something of their own – from skilled tradespeople and professional advisors to independent makers and craft sellers – to hear what it’s really like running a business day to day.

Through honest conversations, we explore the journey behind each of the businesses: how they got started, the obstacles they’ve faced, the lessons they’ve learned, and what keeps them motivated.

Whether you’re self-employed, thinking of starting your own venture, or just interested in the people behind local and independent businesses, Behind Their Business gives you a genuine look behind the scenes.

Keep an eye out next week for the first episode…

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City Square House, 11 Wellington Street
Leeds
LS14DL

Opening Hours

Monday 8:30am - 5:30pm
Tuesday 8:30am - 5:30pm
Wednesday 8:30am - 5:30pm
Thursday 8:30am - 5:30pm
Friday 8:30am - 5:30pm

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+448006406600

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