David joins from Metro Bank where he spent over a decade of his career, most recently holding the role of commercial relationship manager.

At STB he will work in a team led by head of portfolio manager Barry Gorton.

David will be tasked with delivering bespoke facilities, from initial enquiry to credit approval, and then onto drawdown and management of the loans during their lifecycle.

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“Having spent well over a decade working in the banking sector, I am confident that my experience to date will help to establish new, long-lasting connections with customers, in addition to strengthening existing relationships,” said David.

“To continue growing our presence in the real estate finance sector, we must remain committed to understanding the unique needs of each client, ensuring that our facilities are tailored not only to meet their immediate objectives but also to support long-term ambitions.”