AR Network · Australia · New Zealand · UK
Martin supports independent brokers with smarter licensing, onboarding and compliance — without the brand baggage.
Takes 2 minutes. No obligation.
What is Martin
Martin is an authorised representative (AR) network operating under ISH's Australian Financial Services Licence (AFSL 491165). Independent insurance brokers join Martin to access AFSL licensing, Steadfast market access, compliance support, and PI cover — while keeping their own brand, clients, and book of business entirely. Martin operates as silent infrastructure: your clients know you, not us.
Why Martin
Martin is the behind-the-scenes partner for independent brokers. We handle the hard stuff — licensing, compliance, onboarding, regulatory obligations — so you can focus on what you're actually good at.
No noisy platforms. No mandatory branding. No one taking credit for your relationships.
Your brand. Your clients. Your book. Martin in the background — always available, never in the way.
| Martin handles | So you can focus on |
|---|---|
| Licensing and AFSL compliance | Building your brand |
| AR onboarding and ASIC registration | Serving your clients |
| Regulatory submissions and audit prep | Growing your book |
| PI insurance and AFCA obligations | Doing what you're best at |
| Finance and admin support | Running your business |
How it works
A 30-minute conversation with Martin. We listen first. No pitch. No pressure. Just a straight talk about where you are and where you want to go.
A quick assessment across experience, book viability, and strategic fit. If we're right for each other, we'll both know it. If we're not, we'll tell you honestly.
We handle ASIC registration, AR agreement, systems setup, and compliance framework. You're never left to figure it out alone.
Launch under your own brand with Martin in the background. Compliance handled. Markets accessible. Support when you need it. Quiet when you don't.
What brokers say
After leaving a large multinational to become an AR, the last thing I needed was more red tape. Working with Martin proved to be the perfect landing pad. The speed, flexibility, and genuinely personalised approach made getting set up seamless, removing the usual hassle and friction. Martin had allowed me to focus on what actually matters — launching and growing my business with confidence and support from day one.
The Fit Score
Most AR networks will take anyone. Martin doesn't. We're looking for brokers who are genuinely ready — and we'll tell you honestly if the timing isn't right yet.
Five questions. Two minutes. Personalised response.
Where are you right now?
Strong fit
Let's have a proper conversation. No pitch — just a straight talk about whether this works for both of us. Martin will be in touch within one business day.
Book a discovery call →Good potential
You're not quite at Martin's sweet spot yet — but you're close. We'll send you something useful and check back in when the timing is right.
Send me the AR guide →Not quite yet
That's not a bad thing — it means you're earlier in the journey. We've put together some resources that might help. We'll be here when you're ready.
Send me the resources →Why brokers switch
| Martin | Other networks | |
|---|---|---|
| Brand freedom | Your brand. Your name. Always. | Mandatory network branding in most cases |
| Onboarding | Dedicated human guide, start to finish | Self-service portal or PDF pack |
| Compliance | Ongoing partnership. We stay across it | Your responsibility with checklists |
| Market access | Steadfast markets and specialty lines | Confined to specific insurers |
| Support | Martin gives you a direct line | Help desk ticket or email queue |
| Independence | You own your clients, your book, your future | Network retains data and relationships |
Market access
Martin is a Steadfast member. That means access to Australia's largest broker network.Exclusive markets, preferred insurer facilities, and the buying power of the country's biggest broking group.
Network strength
Steadfast Group
Australia's largest broker network: exclusive markets, insurer relationships and facilities.
Specialty lines
Aviation, Cyber, Drones
Specialty binders across professional indemnity, marine, and emerging risks.
Schemes
Tax Audit & Tradies
Products your clients need that most generalist networks can't access.
Emerging
Hard to place risks
New product lines as the market evolves, built on proven underwriting infrastructure.
About
Ben Webster
Managing Director, ISH
Ben leads Martin's strategy and AR relationships. He's spent his career building things that give independent operators a better deal — and Martin is the most direct expression of that.
If you're seriously considering making a move, his door is open. The first conversation is always a conversation — not a pitch.
→Ready?
Book a confidential discovery call. Or check your fit in two minutes — no obligation, no pitch.