Ripe expands Manchester footprint with 150-seat office

Ripe Thinking has moved into a new office at Stockport Exchange, increasing capacity from 60 to 150 seats as it scales operations in Greater Manchester.

The expansion follows continued growth, with the digital MGA now serving over 430,000 customers and reporting double-digit revenue gains, alongside recent acquisitions including Schofields.

The new site adds larger collaboration space and improved connectivity, supporting hiring and ongoing expansion.

“Greater Manchester has been integral to our growth from day one. It’s where we’ve built our underwriting expertise, scaled our digital distribution model and attracted the specialist talent that underpins our success. Relocating to Stockport Exchange marks the next phase of our development as a digital first MGA. At Ripe, we protect the hobbies, interests and passions that people really care about – whether that’s in their personal or professional lives. Stockport’s strong sporting and cultural heritage therefore makes it a fitting base for our next growth chapter, while enabling us to create high-quality roles and deepen our contribution to the region’s economic growth.” – Alan Thomas, CEO, Ripe.