Stuart joins from Barclays, where he spent 15 years as a relationship director. 

He brings with him more than 17 years of finance experience, having worked with both SMEs and large corporates throughout his career.

In his new role, Stuart will support businesses in London and the South, working alongside STB’s management teams and other stakeholders to help them to achieve their strategic objectives.

Stuart said: “I’m really looking forward to being a part of the commercial finance team at STB.

“Over the past eight years, the team has made a considerable impact, proving itself to be one of the most knowledgeable lenders in the sector, delivering bespoke finance packages to some of the UK’s most established businesses.

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“Having worked with a few of the team members previously, it will be great to be reunited and meet the wider team.” 

Richard Foote, regional managing director for London and South East at STB Commercial Finance, added: “We’ve known of Stuart’s knowledge, skill, ability and passion for a long time and we’ve no doubt he will be a great addition to the team.

“His experience will be invaluable as we look to support our clients through these unprecedented economic times — he has worked with organisations of all sizes and has experienced a number of economic cycles. 

“This will stand us in great stead as we look to continue the momentum the team has gathered in recent years, allowing us to support more local businesses with large and complex facilities.”