Peter Beaumont (main picture), the former CEO of The Mortgage Lender (TML) and executive committee member at Shawbrook Bank, has been appointed Chief Executive Officer of Ampla Finance, a fast-growing specialist lender focused on legal and probate finance.
Beaumont’s appointment marks a significant strategic step for Ampla Finance as it prepares to expand its product portfolio, undergo a rebrand and launch a new digital platform
NICHE FINANCE
The lender, which provides niche finance for divorce proceedings and estate settlements, is positioning itself for aggressive growth under his leadership and is believed to be backed by RoundShield, the private equity fund.
Taking to LinkedIn this afternoon Beaumont said: “I’m delighted to share that I’m starting a new position as Chief Executive Officer at Ampla Finance!
“For those not so familiar in my network, we provide finance for legal fees during a divorce and for executors and beneficiaries of estates (known as probate finance). It’s niche, but if you come across anyone needing our help, please share or get in touch.
“More products to come in due course along with a rebrand and new website (courtesy of the fab team at Equator).”
GROWTH AND INTEGRATION
Beaumont’s move comes nearly a year and a half after he stepped down from his role at TML in February 2024, where he had led the specialist lender through a pivotal period of growth and integration.
During his seven-year tenure, TML originated nearly £3bn in assets and established itself as a major player in the UK specialist lending market.
In 2021, he played a central role in orchestrating the lender’s sale to Shawbrook, cementing its place in the bank’s growing portfolio of retail mortgage brands.
Industry insiders will be watching closely to see how Beaumont applies his experience in specialist lending to a new vertical.
Ampla Finance has until now operated under the radar in a highly specialised sector of the market, but with a seasoned leader at the helm and fresh investment in digital infrastructure, the business is now clearly aiming for wider recognition and scale.
The rebrand and product expansion are expected to be announced later this year.
