Hampshire Trust Bank (HTB) has strengthened its specialist mortgages and bridging teams with the appointment of Hannah Burwood as business development manager for East Anglia.

Burwood (pictured) will report to Danny Kiely, head of sales for specialist mortgages and bridging finance, and will take responsibility for a portfolio of brokers across the region.

She succeeds Mark Newman, who has moved into a London-focused role within the team.

The appointment reflects ongoing enhancements to HTB’s specialist mortgages and bridging propositions, including wider distribution, increased underwriting capacity and refinements to criteria for more complex property types.

The lender has continued to adjust its offering in response to changing broker requirements, particularly for transactions involving multiple layers of complexity.

Burwood joins from Aldermore, where she served as relationship manager for East Anglia following a series of frontline sales positions across specialist and mainstream lending.

CLARITY AND SUPPORT

She said: “I’ve worked with brokers across East Anglia for many years and know how important it is to have a lender who is accessible and genuinely invested in each case.

“What stood out to me about HTB is the way brokers can speak directly with the people making the decisions. That level of clarity and support makes a real difference. I’m excited to get started and build lasting relationships across the region.”

Kiely added: “We continue to see strong demand from brokers across East Anglia who want clear answers and a consistent approach on complex cases. Hannah’s knowledge of the region, combined with her commitment to broker relationships, makes her an excellent addition to the team.

“Her appointment strengthens our coverage and ensures more brokers benefit from the clarity and tailored support we’re known for.”

Andrea Glasgow, sales director for specialist mortgages and bridging finance at HTB, said: “Hannah’s approach aligns exactly with how we work as a team: clear conversations, direct access and staying close to every case.”

“Brokers want people who understand the deal in front of them and can move quickly to the details that matter, and that’s where Hannah will add real strength. She brings experience, balance and a genuine focus on relationships, and she’ll help us continue delivering the kind of joined-up support brokers rely on.”