About us

Meet the team

Leadership team

Individually our team members excel, and collectively we lead. Our expert team has a rich background in property, insurance and finance.

Working together, we are able to deliver invaluable insight, expertise and practical solutions for our clients latent defects insurance and development funding needs. Our team possess an unmatched track record across a cross-section of developers: a blend of well-known names and faces, alongside some of the most exciting, new and rapidly expanding developers across the SME market.

Managing Director

Jack Bristow

Over the past 10 years, Jack's career has transcended across insurance, finance...

Over the past 10 years, Jack's career has transcended across insurance, finance and sport. Jack established J3 with James and Johnny to provide property professionals with forward-thinking advice on debt structures coupled with insurance, primarily latent defect. He has a reputation for cultivating strong relationships with lenders, insurers and developers alike through his honest and direct approach.
Director

Johnny Leadsom

Johnny began his career at a specialist risk insurance broker and became...

Johnny began his career at a specialist risk insurance broker and became renowned for arranging insurance on a vast array of property assets across the UK. Here he gained insight on what property professionals are missing when it comes to insuring new schemes. Now Johnny is one of the Js in J3 and is regarded as the go-to insurance person by a number of the UK’s most coveted developers.
Director

James Mole

James started his career in financial services advising property investors...

James started his career in financial services advising property investors on specialist finance solutions, including portfolio and commercial lending. He expanded his network to SME developers, assisting them in arranging funding options that cover short-term finance, ground-up and mezzanine. James' analytical methods to debt implementation are a real point of difference for both developers and lenders.
Operations & Marketing Director

Rosita Mendonca

Rosita is our Operations and Marketing Director. She has worked in insurance...

Rosita is our Operations and Marketing Director. She has worked in insurance and finance for over 5 years and leads J3's brand, campaign strategies, communication and PR. Rosita also ensures the business is customer-led, innovative and process-efficient. Prior to working with us, she held roles in the legal, financial and serviced office sectors after achieving her MBA, BA and fluency in three languages.
Senior Advisor

Timothy Woodgate

Tim's analytical style and strength in direct, fuss-free problem solving combined with his understanding of relationship management have built him a loyal client following.

Tim's career started 25 years ago in broking and has led to him working in London, New York and across Asia. This experience brings a fresh outlook to J3 that is adept at quickly understanding his customers needs.
Tim's analytical style and strength in direct, fuss-free problem solving combined with his understanding of relationship management have built him a loyal client following.
Senior Advisor

Matthew Blackhall

Matt joins J3 bringing a wealth of experience in advising large-scale Build-to-Rent (BTR) and Purpose-Built Student Accommodation (PBSA) developers...

Matt joins J3 bringing a wealth of experience in advising large-scale Build-to-Rent (BTR) and Purpose-Built Student Accommodation (PBSA) developers nationwide on their insurance requirements. He has also established a strong foothold in the distressed property market, working closely with a wide network of Insolvency Professionals and Lenders’ restructuring teams to secure part-complete, retrospective, and replacement cover. His ability to navigate complex placements and deliver robust solutions has become his professional hallmark, underpinning long-standing client relationships. Originally from Leeds, Matt studied in Newcastle before making the move to London.
Senior Advisor

Ellie Farrell

Ellie has collaborated with developers across the UK, delivering tailored insurance solutions for a diverse range of high-value developments.

Ellie has collaborated with developers across the UK, delivering tailored insurance solutions for a diverse range of high-value developments. Ellie brings a wealth of knowledge and a dedicated focus to the North West region. Her proactive approach and commitment to her clients have earned her a reputation for providing high-quality service and creating long-term value.
Origination Executive

Joshua Jones

Joshua brings a varied background to his role at J3, with experience in the charity sector, consumer brands, and the events industry.

Joshua brings a varied background to his role at J3, with experience in the charity sector, consumer brands, and the events industry. A graduate of the University of Sussex Business School, he combines a strong commercial grounding with a natural focus on building relationships. Away from work, Joshua is a keen rugby player and fan, and he now brings that same energy and team spirit to his role as an Origination Executive within J3’s sales team.
Origination Executive

Josh Mitchell

Josh brings two years of experience in the motor insurance industry, where he’s gained solid grounding in risk assessment, claims handling, and customer service.

Josh brings two years of experience in the motor insurance industry, where he’s gained solid grounding in risk assessment, claims handling, and customer service. He also holds a degree in Sports Business Management, which adds to his adaptable and well-rounded skill set. Away from work, Josh keeps active with rugby, the gym, and Padel—sports that have helped him develop teamwork, discipline, and a strong competitive drive, all of which he brings to his professional role.
Operations Executive

Alex Rusk

Alex brings over 12 years of experience in the professional sports industry, with a strong background in administration and client support.

Alex brings over 12 years of experience in the professional sports industry, with a strong background in administration and client support. She has a natural eye for detail and enjoys working with data in a way that keeps things running smoothly. Alex thrives in collaborative environments and is passionate about helping others succeed - whether that’s supporting colleagues, clients, or athletes while always focusing on creating positive experiences and successful outcomes.