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Russell has held previous roles at Lloyds Banking Group and Cynergy Bank.

Simon is currently deputy chair of the BSA and succeeds Julie-Ann Haines, former chief executive of Principality Building Society.

The head of intermediary relationships for Coventry Building Society has been appointed as the Association's chair.

Simon will head up Paragon’s operations team with a focus on delivering good customer outcomes. 

The specialist lender has recruited 11 new employees in the last six weeks to support its 2026 growth plans.

Gil will help SMEs source funding for new equipment within Time's asset finance division.

The network has also introduced a new three-region account management structure.

Vanessa has held previous roles at Harpenden Building Society and Countrywide Mortgage Services.

The Brightstar Group has also announced the expansion of its Young Learners Programme.

The network has appointed three regional sales directors and a regional sales manager.