Marie Grundy has joined West One as sales director.

She has over 20 years’ experience in the mortgage sector, most recently as the managing director for second charge lending at master broker, V Loans. She was at V Loans for nine years; prior to this, she was the head of sales for second charge lender SPPL. She has previously also worked for the Yorkshire Building Society and Accord Mortgages.

“We’re delighted to have Marie on board, bringing not only her extensive knowledge of the industry, but also deep relationships with brokers and master brokers,” said Stephen Wasserman, managing director of West One.

“As a board member of the Association of Mortgage Intermediaries for over three years, Marie is a well-recognised and respected figure in the specialist lending industry, and we’re sure she will significantly enhance our business development team, as a continuation of a process we began in 2016.”

Danny Waters, CEO of West One’s parent company, Enra Group, added: “As our group looks to expand its lending proposition beyond the market-leading position we have in bridging finance, it’s vital we build our sales capability accordingly. Marie’s appointment is a major step in that direction, and I look forward to her helping us drive our business forward.”