Just Mortgages has promoted longstanding financial services director John Doughty to the position of managing director for the employed Orion chapter.

The new role at the national brokerage will see Doughty working closely with more than 90 members of staff – including almost 60 brokers in the chapter, while also liaising with the Spicerhaart estate agency chains.

In addition to helping brokers with their day-to-day activities, John will also support them in accessing high-level training and mentoring, as well as exploring progression opportunities.

Alongside his new duties, Doughty will continue to be involved in Just Mortgages New Build.

He succeeds Tommy Taylor in the Orion role, who stays with the Spicerhaart family as estate agency managing director.

Doughty will continue to work closely with both Taylor and fellow chapter managing director Duncan Jones.

Speaking on the appointment, Doughty said: “I’m thrilled to be taking this next step in my career with Just Mortgages and taking on a more strategic role in the employed division.

“Having stood in their shoes, the role provides an exciting opportunity to utilise my experience and expertise to help our talented brokers develop and succeed. It’s also a great chance to return to my roots and work closely with the estate agency side of the business.”