Shawbrook Bank’s senior relationship manager Paula Purdy will be changing roles within the organisation, moving the secured lending arm of the business.

She has been a key part of the commercial mortgage landscape over the past 10 years managing the Northern region’s complement of broker partners, and is seeking new challenges under the Shawbrook banner.

Stephen Johnson, managing director, commercial mortgages, said: “Experienced professionals such as Paula are highly sought after across the lender spectrum and we are delighted that she will be remaining with Shawbrook Bank to bolster the secured team’s broker offering.

“Paula leaves the Northern commercial mortgage area of Shawbrook in fantastic shape and I would like personally to thank her for all the work she has done in building such a strongly performing region. It’s hugely positive that Shawbrook has retained Paula’s considerable talent and she will be a great asset for the secured team.”

Philip George, managing director, secured lending, said: “I am delighted to welcome Paula to the secured lending team at such an exciting time in our development. We have very ambitious plans for the future and Paula’s experience and drive will be pivotal in expanding our broker proposition in the North of the UK, helping us to retain our market leading position in the industry.”