Reward Finance Group has strengthened its presence in London and the South East by appointing a new business development director to support its continued growth.
Shami Sharma (pictured, right) has worked within the financial sector for over 40 years.
He spent the majority of his early career in banking roles at Natwest and Metro Bank, before moving into the alternative lending space.
Reward provides property investors and small and medium enterprises (SMEs) business finance loans and asset based solutions of up to £5m, and Sharma will further bolster its network of commercial finance brokers and other intermediaries.
Given the consecutive interest rate hikes over the past year and subdued lending by banks, Shami also work closely with property investors and SMEs to help them fund expansion plans, innovate or overcome short-term financial hurdles.
Sharma said: “Reward has quickly established itself as one of the leading alternative finance providers across London and the South East.
“The pace of lending and the flexibility they offer to property investors and SMEs appealed to me, as it is vital in the current climate to provide support in overcoming economic pressures and generate growth.”
Simon Adcock (pictured, left) regional director in London and the South East at Reward, added: “We’re building a hugely talented team here in London and Shami will be a fantastic addition. It is great to welcome someone with his banking and lending experience.
“The wealth of finance and vertical sector knowledge he brings to the role will be a real advantage in a borrowing market that has been heavily impacted by economic and political uncertainty.”
