Norton Broker Services has hired Vincent Ricks as a telephone business development manager, working across first mortgages and first and second charge bridging enquiries.  

The credit broker says Ricks will work as part of its intermediary team as a direct point of contact for case enquiries, helping brokers understand criteria, progress applications, as well as working on more complex client needs. 

He joins the broker with more than a decade of experience in the property and finance sectors, covering sales, property investment, and development.   

Previously, Ricks was sales director at Apex International Property Solutions, working with high net-worth clients to identify below-market-value opportunities and manage developments ranging from single buy-to-lets to multi-unit blocks worth up to £10m.   

Before that, he was head of sales and marketing at Foot Forward Property Investments, and prior to that, spent more than 10 years at Keystone Property Group as a senior property consultant.   

Norton Broker Services head of mortgages and bridging Mel Whiting says: “Vincent brings valuable experience from the investor and development side of the market, which gives him a great understanding of what brokers and their clients need from a lender.” 

Ricks adds: “I’ve worked with investors, landlords, and developers for many years, so I understand the importance of clear and timely communication. I’m looking forward to building strong relationships and helping more brokers get deals across the line.”