Magellan Homeloans has announced the appointment of a new regional sales manager, Dean Linklater, who will support intermediaries in the North West.

Linklater (pictured), based near Manchester, has nearly 20 years’ experience in financial services, working across brands such as Shawbrook Bank, Money Advice Group, Lloyds Banking Group and a previous stint at Magellan.

His experience covers field and direct mortgage sales, commercial, bridging, loyalty schemes and two years working as a broker.

He said: “I’m really excited to be back at Magellan at a time when the business is growing and has a great range of products to offer our intermediaries. The ethos at Magellan has always been about providing a high quality personal service, tailored to individual needs that can’t be met by the High Street.

“That hasn’t changed and fits exactly with the service I want to provide.”

Jason Neale, Magellan’s sales director, added: “It’s great to have Dean back on the team. His experience and expertise across the mortgage sector, including time spent as a broker, means he really understands the needs of our customers and how best to support them.

“He’s already hit the ground running and will definitely add value to the service we provide to our clients.”