Aldermore has appointed Sean Thorn as its refinance business development manager, overseeing the south of England.

Based in Aldermore’s Asset Finance’s Reading Office and reporting to Mark Gilman, Head of Refinance, Thorn (pictured) is responsible for liaising with owners of small and medium sized businesses throughout the region.

He has over 10 years’ experience gained in the financial services market, having previously worked for Barclays Asset Finance, Bank of Scotland and as an account manager at Aldermore Asset Finance.

Thorn said: “I’m delighted to be joining Mark Gilman, to help raise business owners’ awareness and understanding of Aldermore’s refinancing capability. This is an exciting opportunity to be part of a new business initiative within the Bank.”

Gilman added: “I’m delighted to welcome Sean to the team and wish him every success for the future. He has considerable experience of working in the business finance sector and I have no doubt he’ll be able to make an immediate contribution to our business objectives.”