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Burke has held previous roles at Crystal Specialist Finance, Metro Bank and Connells Group.

The Society says the hire is part of its wider growth strategy for the intermediary channel.

Members have agreed to a special resolution, broadening the Council’s remit across all forms of later life lending.

Richard will work alongside Terry Lloyd, head of vendor, combining their complementary skills and networks under one umbrella.

Tyler replaces Vic Jannels, who is stepping down at the end of the year after six years in the role.

Debbie Lavender and John Smith join the specialist lender.

Vajinder joins the lender in the North West and will be responsible for developing and managing relationships across the intermediary market.

During 2025, both played a key role in supporting brokers through increasingly complex transactions.

The lender has introduced a new senior business development role and a new corporate account lead role.

The BSA says the decision to appoint two deputy chair reflects the growing scale and influence of the mutual sector.