Makayla Everitt has been promoted to the newly created position of head of SimplyBiz Mortgages.

She will be responsible for the growth and strategic direction of the business and will continue to report to company’s CEO, Martin Reynolds.

Reynolds said: “Makayla has been with the business for nearly six years and during this time she has been instrumental in the growth of its proposition.

“Her focus on enhancing our members’ business opportunities whilst keeping them and their clients protected with our compliance proposition has been well received. Makayla’s elevation to this new role is fully deserved.”

Everitt added: “This role will allow me to bring forward even more ideas on how we can help our members. The instigation of an events programme offering over 80 days a year of learning and training has helped members, but there are many other ways in which we can provide support and education.

“I am very proud of the SimplyBiz Mortgages team, and I know we will continue to support members and their business aspirations at a very high level.”