Hampshire Trust Bank (HTB) has appointed Hannah Burwood as business development manager across its specialist mortgages and bridging divisions to strengthen broker support across East Anglia.

Burwood joins from Aldermore, where she was relationship manager covering East Anglia, following a range of frontline sales roles within specialist and mainstream lending.

In her new role, Burwood will report to Danny Kiely, head of sales, specialist mortgages and bridging finance and will manage her own portfolio of brokers across the region.

She takes over the East Anglia portfolio previously managed by Mark Newman, following his move into a London-focused role within the team.

Commenting on her appointment, Burwood says: “I’ve worked with brokers across East Anglia for many years and know how important it is to have a lender who is accessible and genuinely invested in each case.”

“What stood out to me about HTB is the way brokers can speak directly with the people making the decisions. That level of clarity and support makes a real difference. I’m excited to get started and build lasting relationships across the region.”

Kiely adds: “We continue to see strong demand from brokers across East Anglia who want clear answers and a consistent approach on complex cases. Hannah’s knowledge of the region, combined with her commitment to broker relationships, makes her an excellent addition to the team.”

“Her appointment strengthens our coverage and ensures more brokers benefit from the clarity and tailored support we’re known for.”

Last month, HTB hired three new relationship managers within its development finance division.