Newell (pictured) will lead the strategic direction of the trade body as it continues to provide support to advisers within the specialist property finance sector, building on both its training academy and specialist property finance panel.
In the newly created position, she will work with FIBA members and lender partners, both directly and through its regular committees.
She has over 20 years’ experience within the intermediary market, at both lenders and distributors, with roles including lender and adviser relationship management, compliance training, and product development.
Her role will encompass business and technical training opportunities within the newly launched Omni Mortgage Club, working alongside the current senior management team.
Newell will report to Martin Reynolds, chair of the FIBA and chief executive of Simplybiz Mortgages and the recently launched Omni Mortgage Club.
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Reynolds said: “The team is very excited to have someone of Christine’s calibre joining. Her wealth of experience and depth of knowledge across all markets will add another dimension to the support we provide.
“Both FIBA and the specialist property finance market overall have made great strides in the past few years, and this appointment allows us to push that development forward much more quickly. Christine’s technical knowledge and love of training also align to our growth plans for the Omni Mortgage Club.”
