Metro Bank has appointed Jo Hollins as senior relationship manager for large loans.

The new role has been created in response to demand from the intermediary sector for mortgages over the value of £1.5 million.

Hollins joins from Metro Bank’s private banking unit where she spent three years, working with high net worth clients. Under her new role, she will be responsible for overseeing high value mortgage enquiries as well as managing the businesses growth strategy in this area and assisting with specialist broker partnerships.

Prior to joining Metro Bank, Hollins worked as a consultant at John Charcol.

Charles Morley, head of mortgage distribution at Metro Bank, said: “This is a real milestone for the business and we’re delighted that Jo will be at the helm of this business area. She brings with her exceptional experience, which will prove invaluable as we continue with our ambitious growth plans.

“Over the last year we’ve doubled our lending and we’re on track to become one of the top 10 lenders in the UK within the next few years.”

Hollins said: “I am delighted to be joining the mortgage distribution team within Metro Bank, and look forward to making a positive contribution to a specific sector that has seen considerable growth in recent years.”