Reporting to Andrea Glasgow, sales director for specialist mortgages and bridging finance, Paula will manage her own portfolio of brokers alongside Annie Crust, who continues to lead relationships within her existing network.
The appointment follows recent updates to HTB’s specialist mortgages proposition, including the expansion of distribution into Scotland, refined criteria for complex property types such as HMOs and semi-commercial units, and the launch of Portfolio Edge for professional portfolio landlords. These enhancements aim to provide brokers with greater flexibility and certainty when placing complex cases.
Paula joins HTB from Birmingham Bank, where she was national account manager, and has previously held senior roles at Foundation Home Loans, The Mortgage Lender and Barclays. She brings more than 35 years of experience in both specialist and mainstream lending.
Paula Priest, business development manager for specialist mortgages and bridging finance at HTB, said:
“I’ve worked with brokers across the Midlands for many years, and you quickly learn what really matters: honest conversations, clear updates and a lender who stays close to every case. That’s what sets HTB apart. You can pick up the phone to people who know your deal and will work with you to find a solution. I’m excited to join the team, to work alongside Annie, and to keep building the strong partnerships HTB has across the region.”
Andrea Glasgow, sales director for specialist mortgages and bridging finance at HTB, said:
“The Midlands has been one of our strongest regions, and that’s down to the fantastic work Annie has done in building broker relationships and setting such high standards of service. Paula’s appointment adds even more depth to the team, with each focusing on their own network of brokers to make sure we’re supporting demand right across the region. She’s hugely well respected in the market and brings exactly the kind of experience, energy and insight that make a real difference on complex cases.”
