Enness Private Clients has hired Chris Whitney as its head of commercial finance.

He joins the large mortgage and high net worth specialist from property investment company St Vincents where he managed worldwide operations as well as establishing and managing a commercial debt-broking arm.

Whitney also worked on an adviser basis for several new commercial finance lenders entering the UK market.

Prior to his spell at St Vincents, Whitney spent eight years at NatWest as a finance broker, meaning he has in excess of 15 years’ experience in the commercial arena.

Hugh Wade-Jones, director of Enness Private Clients, said: “We have long been aware of Chris and he has an excellent reputation in the prime commercial market. He joins with a commendable pedigree and vast experience