Afin Bank has appointed Rob Lankey as director of credit.

Lankey has been in the industry for over 35 years, including executive roles at Norwich and Peterborough Building Society, Shawbrook Bank and GB Bank.

He was also a founder and start-up team member of Aldermore and has served as chief executive of the National Association of Commercial Finance Brokers.

In his new role, Lankey will oversee the day-to-day management of mortgage application decisions, as well as the credit risk element of product development.

Commenting on his appointment, Lankey says: “Afin caught my attention because it’s an interesting idea, we’re addressing a need in the market, and there’s nothing else like it out there. Most of the other lenders I have helped to build over my career have also been focused on underserved borrowers, so this is a perfect fit for me.”

“They’re also a great bunch of people, which was a key driver for me, because I enjoy what I do and I want to work with good people. It’s an opportunity to bring to bear all of my experience and insight to help build a team as the bank grows.”

Afin Bank chief operating officer Nicola Tunney adds: “Rob brings years of industry and management experience, but he also has a great understanding of customer needs, which is vital for a bank like Afin that wants to help more people get a home of their own. He will be a great asset to the bank and the team.”