Russell Harvey has joined the specialist mortgages division from Landbay, also bringing extensive experience from Darlington Building Society, Together and Foundation Home Loans, while Denis Arefyev has been promoted to senior underwriter within the specialist mortgages team.

On the bridging side, Jack Unsworth has joined as an underwriter from Glenhawk, where he was also a bridging underwriter, having previously worked at United Trust Bank as a senior mortgage underwriter.

He is joined by Krisha Karunananthan, who was previously a senior underwriter at Funding 365, and Nim Shah who joins from United Trust Bank.

In addition, Faith Ndebele has joined the bridging team as an underwriter from TAB, having previously held a similar role at Alternative Bridging Corporation.

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Andrea Glasgow, sales director of specialist mortgages and bridging finance at HTB, said: “Brokers tell us time and again that what they value most is being able to speak directly to an underwriter who understands their case.

“These hires give us more depth to deliver that. Whether it is bridging or specialist mortgages, our team are here to give brokers the confidence that their clients will get the right solution and the right support.”

Alex Upton, managing director of specialist mortgages and bridging finance at HTB, added: “Brokers are facing clients who need more help than ever, whether it is tackling refinancing pressures, reshaping portfolios or structuring complex property deals.

“That is why experienced underwriters matter.

“By investing in talent and recognising the progression of our team, we are helping brokers with direct access to people who can make decisions with clarity and consistency, and the confidence that we will support them right through their client’s property journey.

“By strengthening our underwriting teams, we are helping brokers plan with confidence, knowing HTB will be there to support them and their clients over the long term.”