The privately funded bridging lender has celebrated its most successful three months, during which it made two key appointments and is about to move to new premises – doubling the size of its office space as its headcount has grown by 30% in 2017.

Hope has recruited Rachel Harkins, who has joined as a business development manager for Wales and the South West, while Gemma Bancroft has been hired as a case manager. 

Gemma has worked in financial services for 14 years and will liaise with valuers and solicitors, as well as brokers and clients during the application process.

Meanwhile, Rachel – who specialises in the funding proposals market – will be responsible for generating new business for Hope across Wales and the South West.

•   Hope provides £2.6m loan for refinance
•   Hope hires ex-Borro director for £50m southern expansion
•   Hope completes £3.8m refinance of commercial property loan

Jonathan Sealey, CEO of Hope Capital (pictured above), said 2017 had been another exciting year of growth. 

“These two key appointments will be instrumental in the continued development of Hope Capital. 

“We are very much a service-focused lender, so when recruiting we always look for individuals who really understand the need for quick turnaround times, as well as having an extensive knowledge of the market and strong, longstanding relationships.”

Hope Capital has always at least doubled in size its loan book every year since its inception in 2011. 

Earlier this year Hope hired an ex-Borro director for its £50m southern expansion.

“Being a principal lender means we not only provide an excellent service, but have the ability to look at each case on its own merits,” added Jonathan.  

“It also means that we always keep our lending promises. 

“I believe it is this capability that has ultimately led to our continued success in the market.”