BM Solutions has announced the appointment of Leigh Church as its new head, confirming his role on a permanent basis after a comprehensive search process.
With 30 years of experience in the mortgage industry, Church has spent the past 16 years with BM Solutions serving as a regional manager. He replaces Phil Rickards who stood down from the role on 1st January 2023.
His career in financial services began in insurance at Legal & General, before moving on to various roles with the Mortgage Club, including marketing, business development manager, and head of sales, prior to joining BM Solutions.
Speaking on the appointment, Esther Dijkstra, managing director for intermediaries at Lloyds Banking Group, said: “I am pleased to announce Leigh Church has been appointed Head of BM Solutions on a permanent basis and look forward to continuing a successful relationship with him as part of my leadership team.”
She acknowledged the tough phase the buy-to-let market is currently facing, and the requirement for strong leadership. “The buy-to-let market is going through a challenging period, and strong leadership is needed. Leigh is hugely experienced and has shown during his time as acting head of the business that he is the right choice to lead it going forward,” Dijkstra added.
Church said: “I am honoured to be given this opportunity. I look forward to continuing to work with BM Solutions, growing the excellent relationships we have in the intermediary market and developing new ones.”
