Davey joins Black & White with 24 years of experience in the financial services industry.

Most recently, he was a regional account manager with West One Loans, specialising in bridging products for residential and semi-commercial.

Previously, he held business development and account management roles with Foundation Home Loans, Seneca Bridging and The Bridging Group.

Black & White Bridging chief operating officer Damien Druce says: “Strategically, Rick’s appointment highlights Black & White’s commitment to delivering operational excellence and the highest levels of service to its brokers and investors – he brings extensive industry experience to the business along with a passion for building relationships and tonnes of energy.”

Davey adds: “I can’t wait to get started on my next chapter in the specialist lending space with Black & White. It’s an exciting period of growth for the company, following a record first quarter and £300m lending milestone.”