Tucker has joined from JLL, where he spent three years as associate director, responsible for development monitoring.

Before that, he worked for global engineering firm WSP and Artelia Group.

At Pluto Finance, Tucker will be providing in-house construction advice, undertaking pre-contract due diligence, and overseeing construction performance on the existing loan portfolio.

Tucker joins Pluto Finance’s 20-strong team which specialises in providing stretch senior development finance, senior development finance and bridging loans in the property sector.

Justin Faiz, partner at Pluto Finance, said: “Matthew brings with him over 12 years’ experience within the construction industry, advising a wide range of lenders and investors across multiple real estate sectors, and we are delighted to have him on board.

“Matthew’s appointment will increase the efficiency of agreeing and completing construction funds and will enable the team to make more flexible decisions in-house.”