Pallett, who retired from Nottingham Building Society this year after four decades in mortgages and financial services, will support the mutual’s growth in specialist lending, shaping its propositions, distribution and improvements to its process.
Her career includes senior leadership roles at Nottingham Building Society, LiveMore Capital, and Bank of Ireland, with a strong focus on intermediary sales, broker partnerships, and specialist lending growth.
In 2024, Pallett was recognised with the Bharat Sagar Lifetime Achievement Award at the British Mortgage Awards.
Industry veteran Danny Belton is also on the panel.
The lending advisory panel meets regularly to review and advise on initiatives to strengthen the mutual’s position in the market and serve brokers.
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Iain Kirkpatrick, CEO of Market Harborough Building Society, said: “We’re delighted to welcome Alison to our lending advisory panel. Her wealth of experience and expertise will be instrumental as we continue to innovate and expand our lending business.
“Alison’s input will help ensure we remain at the forefront of the specialist lending market, providing the best possible outcomes for our broker partners and clients.”
Pallett added: “Joining Market Harborough’s lending advisory panel is an exciting opportunity.
“I look forward to working alongside society colleagues and fellow panel members to help develop lending propositions and tools that meet the evolving needs of brokers and borrowers in a complex market.”
