Wesleyan, the specialist financial services mutual for doctors, dentists, lawyers and teachers, today announced the appointment of Ian McCaig to its board of directors. Ian has worked across a number of sectors, most recently as CEO of First Utility Ltd, one of the first challenger entrants to the UK energy market. He led the company […]
A growing accountancy firm has welcomed three new members to its team. Ulverston based JF Hornby – twice named UK Accountants of the Year – has appointed the trio to bolster its payroll, admin and general accounting departments. Managing director Paul Hornby said the company is always on the lookout for talent as it continues […]
Metro Bank is pleased to announce that Jessica Myers has joined the Bank in a newly created role as brand and marketing director. Based in London, Jessica is responsible for developing and driving forward the Metro Bank brand and marketing strategy, alongside its customer communications. Jessica joins from RBS where she was head of brand […]
Almost two thirds of employers (58%) hire staff based on potential, rather than experience or qualification, as demand for skills outstrips supply in the UK. Added to this, 94% state that their potential-based hires have become a valuable part of their team with less than a fifth (17%) of hiring managers expressing concerns about potential-based […]
Recognise Financial Services Ltd has announced the appointments of David Jenkins as chief financial officer and Patrick Ferguson as chief risk officer to the executive team, highlighting the increasing metabolic rate of preparedness for the forthcoming SME Bank launch planned for 2020. Previously David was director of finance and capital management at Aldermore and lead […]
LendInvest has announced the promotion of Andy Virgo from business development manager to head of key accounts for LendInvest. In his new role Andy will now be championing the day to day relationship management of LendInvest’s distribution network, including Mortgage Clubs and Networks. Andy will also be focusing on developing and delivering strategic marketing initiatives, […]
Wyelands Bank welcomed the local business community to Salon Privé to mark the opening of its new office in central Leeds. The office will help businesses in Yorkshire and the north east to access the right type of finance and unlock growth. It has been opened so the bank can get closer to its customers, […]
Kingsway Asset Finance has announced the promotion of Mike Day to the board of directors. Following a year of change and growth, with Kingsway becoming part of the Praetura Asset Finance ‘PAF’ Group, the newly created role of sales director is part of the next phase of growth for the company. With over 35 years’ […]
Despite the ongoing political and economic turmoil, demand for professionals to work across the UK’s financial services sector increased by 3% year-on-year in 2019. That is according to data from the Association of Professional Staffing Companies (APSCo) and business intelligence specialist, Vacancysoft. While London continues to be the biggest hub for hiring financial services talent, […]
Business advisory firm Quantuma LLP has entered into a joint venture with Mauritius-based Thacoor Advisory to expand its presence in African markets. Fulfilling one of Quantuma’s strategic ambitions of develop an international footprint in key international financial centres, the move will see the fast-growth firm provide a range of business advisory services to businesses in […]
