Hampshire Trust Bank has appointed Hannah Burwood as business development manager across its specialist mortgages and bridging divisions, strengthening broker support in East Anglia.
Burwood will report to Danny Kiely, head of sales, specialist mortgages and bridging finance, and will manage her own portfolio of brokers in the region.
She takes over the East Anglia remit previously handled by Mark Newman, who has moved into a London-focused role within the team.
HTB said the appointment builds on ongoing enhancements to its specialist mortgages and bridging propositions, including expanded distribution, increased underwriting capacity and refined criteria for complex property types.
These developments reflect a period of continued refinement across the bank’s specialist lending offering as it responds to brokers’ needs on more complex cases.
Burwood joins from Aldermore, where she was relationship manager for East Anglia, following a range of frontline sales roles within specialist and mainstream lending.
Hannah Burwood, business development manager, specialist mortgages and bridging, said: “I’ve worked with brokers across East Anglia for many years and know how important it is to have a lender who is accessible and genuinely invested in each case.
“What stood out to me about HTB is the way brokers can speak directly with the people making the decisions.
“That level of clarity and support makes a real difference. I’m excited to get started and build lasting relationships across the region.”
Danny Kiely, head of sales, specialist mortgages and bridging finance at HTB, said: “We continue to see strong demand from brokers across East Anglia who want clear answers and a consistent approach on complex cases.
“Hannah’s knowledge of the region, combined with her commitment to broker relationships, makes her an excellent addition to the team.
“Her appointment strengthens our coverage and ensures more brokers benefit from the clarity and tailored support we’re known for.”
Andrea Glasgow, sales director, specialist mortgages and bridging finance at HTB, said: “Hannah’s approach aligns exactly with how we work as a team: clear conversations, direct access and staying close to every case.
“Brokers want people who understand the deal in front of them and can move quickly to the details that matter, and that’s where Hannah will add real strength.
“She brings experience, balance and a genuine focus on relationships, and she’ll help us continue delivering the kind of joined-up support brokers rely on.”
