Ian is Legal Consultant to the Managers of the TT Club. He was a policeman for many years before joining a Maritime Intelligence Office, and from there joined a P&I Club. Ian joined the TT Club as a claims handler in 1990 and in 2002 was appointed Legal Director, responsible for legal, cover and documentary matters. In 2011 Ian retired from the company and took on a consultancy role, retaining many of his previous responsibilities.

Ian's practical experience lies in Eastern Europe (particularly the Former Soviet Union) and the Middle East. He is a barrister, with degrees in politics and philosophy. He also speaks Russian and French.