Tandem Bank has made four appointments to its growing team as it works toward its goal to become a greener digital bank.
The new hires have over 72 years of combined experience across the financial services industry.
Catherine Diamond was appointed as chief people officer, having worked in organisations including TSB, Lloyds Banking Group, HBOS plc, Bank of Scotland and, most recently, Prima.
She said: “I’m delighted to join Tandem at such an exciting time of growth and transformation. Joining a business that’s been recognised by the Sunday Times only strengthens my commitment – and excitement – to Tandem and its people.
“People are at the centre of Tandem, and I’m excited to continue to build on its reputation as a great employer.”
Darvish Heshejin was appointed as director of strategic growth.
Heshejin has experience in the consumer and small and medium enterprise (SME) sectors, most recently as the VP of growth at Selina Finance.
Heshejin said: “It’s been a transformational few years for Tandem, and the bank is excellently positioned to expand into new markets and develop its green consumer proposition.
“I’m excited to work with the amazing team and help deliver some great things.”
Tandem appointed Marriam Malik as company secretary and general counsel.
Malik has experience in finance, commercial and corporate law, spending half of her career working with finance teams in London City law firms and the other half working in-house in retail, corporate and institutional banking divisions of international banks.
She said: “Working in a challenger bank like Tandem is a fantastic opportunity to be part of a growing green finance institution and contribute to its success.
“I’ve felt so welcomed by the Tandem community and encouraged by the commitment to propel Tandem to new heights.”
Finally, Adi Kadle has been appointed to the role of director of engineering.
Kadle joined from JP Morgan where he was the global technology head for the Markets FX and OTC Derivatives business that settles over a million trades valued at $650bn per day for their clients.
Kadle added: “Tandem’s mission is unique and I’m confident that we can make our app and the green hub, the industry benchmarks of excellence.
“Our goal is to pave the way for building a truly green digital bank of the future, where sustainability and innovation go hand in hand.”
Alex Mollart, CEO at Tandem Bank, concluded: “I’m delighted that we can make this announcement today. Bringing these talented individuals on board is another great step in the development of Tandem.
“Their wealth of expertise and experience is crucial as we work together to continue to develop Tandem further and bring our green mission to life – Banking for a Greener Future.”
