Hill will be responsible for leading and developing the customer-facing teams, as well as capacity planning to support the bank’s growth plans.

Hill joins from Wyelands Bank, where she was head of operations, previous to which she spent five years at Shawbrook Bank, where she progressed from capacity planning, MI and performance manager to head of operational support.

This appointment is part of the bank’s ongoing expansion, having recently grown its servicing and collections team with 10 new hires, as well as securing an additional office in Reading.

Hill said: “I’m delighted to be joining the growing Masthaven team. Providing customers with the support they need, and in a personal way, has never been so important, so I’m excited to be part of an engaging and motivated team to help achieve this.

“I look forward to working with the team and continuing the great work they have already accomplished.”

Simon Furnell, chief operating officer at Masthaven, said: “Masthaven continues to invest in hiring the best senior talent as well as developing and training our current team.

“With Jenna’s extensive experience and enthusiasm, she will have an integral role in developing our customer services team and delivering the personalised service that Masthaven prides itself on, especially as the industry continues to navigate uncertain times ahead.”