United Trust Bank (UTB) has announced two new appointments to its property development division as it expands its lending capacity and support for SME housebuilders and developers across England and Wales.
Keeley Hawkes has joined as manager, bringing a wealth of experience in the real estate finance and construction sectors gained from roles with RBS, NatWest, mezzanine lender Assured Property Finance, and property developer Aitch Group. In her new role, she will use her expertise to support housebuilders and developers across London and the South East, helping them to deliver high-quality residential, mixed use and commercial development schemes with flexible development finance and developer exit solutions.
Abigail Argue has also joined as manager. She brings more than 20 years of experience in banking and real estate finance, including 17 years with Close Brothers Property Finance where she most recently served as senior portfolio manager. She will focus on supporting housebuilders operating across the South East of England.
The new hires follow Orla Costello’s recent appointment as deputy head of originations in property development, David Masters’ appointment as associate director of intermediaries, and Ashley Collier’s promotion to associate director for property development.
Adam Bovingdon, head of property development at United Trust Bank, commented: “Keeley and Abigail joined the team at an exciting time for UTB as we continue to grow our development finance business and broaden the support we provide to SME housebuilders and developers. They each bring a wealth of experience and insight from across the property finance sector, and they’re already making a great contribution to the team. Together, they strengthen our ability to deliver the flexible funding solutions, consistency and excellent service that our customers and broker partners value so highly.”
