Stonebridge has appointed Joanna Purdy as its new national compliance manager.

Purdy’s career in financial services spans two decades, including over 10 years in management, operating most recently as senior area supervision manager at PRIMIS Network, where she was also deputy chair of its Inclusion & Diversity Forum.

She was a mortgage adviser before leading compliance and supervision in both mortgage networks and directly authorised (DA) firms.

Previously, she has held key roles at Masthaven Bank, Dynamo, and Think Mortgages. She holds CeMAP and CeRER qualifications.

At Stonebridge, Purdy will report to Claire Chambers, head of compliance operations, and will oversee field supervision and support enhancements to compliance processes across the network.

Stonebridge chief executive Rob Clifford says: “Joanna’s deep understanding of the end-to-end customer journey is the type of thing that sets her apart. She brings with her invaluable perspective and competence in addition to being a compliance professional.”

Purdy adds: “I was ready for a new challenge and Stonebridge offers me exactly that. The network’s strong industry reputation and commitment to both member firms and employees really appealed to me, and I’m excited now to help drive Stonebridge forward as part of a supportive and ambitious team.”

Last month, We Are Mortgages extended its partnership with Stonebridge.