In his new role, Rob will take responsibility for driving and delivering new development business, as well as lead and grow HTB’s specialist team, including its lending directors who work closely with all existing and new-to-bank development finance clients.

Rob joined the team at HTB as a lending director in September 2022, previous roles include development finance recovery and work-out, while his previous experience in originations saw him manage deals up to £30m. 

Rob will report to Alex Upton, managing director, development finance.

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Commenting on his new appointment, Rob said: “I'm thrilled to take on this new role as head of origination. In my career I have always emphasised the importance of collaboration, so I'm excited to deepen the existing relationships we have with brokers and clients, as well as build long-lasting new partnerships.

Alex Upton, managing director, development finance, Hampshire Trust Bank, added: “The head of origination plays a key role in building strong relationships with our brokers and clients. Rob has the experience and the drive to smash his new role and make a real impact.