The lender, which recently refreshed its brand and was recognised as a Living Wage Employer, has become a signatory to programmes set out to advocate for wellbeing, diversity and inclusion within financial services.
It has signed up to the Mortgage Industry Mental Health Charter (MIMHC), which promotes positive mental health and wellbeing, and Pride in Finance Alliance, committed to creating an inclusive and supportive environment for LGBTQ+ colleagues and allies.
It has also become a member of the Menopause Workplace Pledge to encourage the support, understanding and respect for employees affected by menopause.
‘People are at the heart of everything we do’
Kate Cowan (pictured, right), CFO at Hope Capital Property Finance, said: “At Hope Capital Property Finance, our people are at the heart of everything we do, and we’re constantly looking for ways to support them both personally and professionally.
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“By joining the Mortgage Industry Mental Health Charter, the Pride in Finance Alliance and the Menopause Workplace Pledge, we’re showing our genuine commitment to the wellbeing and inclusion of our colleagues.
“I’m incredibly proud of how far we’ve come and grateful to our team for helping to make Hope Capital Property Finance such a positive, forward-thinking place to work.”
William Lloyd-Hayward, chief operating officer at The Brightstar Group, said of the lender’s partnership with the Pride in Finance Alliance that its “ongoing commitment to its people and the wider industry is truly commendable.”
He added: “Their decision to join the Pride in Finance Alliance demonstrates their dedication to fostering an inclusive and supportive workplace for LGBT+ colleagues. It’s inspiring to see businesses taking tangible steps to create a culture where everyone feels valued, supported, and empowered to succeed.”
Speaking about the lender’s commitment to the MIMHC, Jason Berry, group sales director at Crystal Specialist Finance, added: “It’s fantastic to see Hope Capital Property Finance demonstrating genuine commitment to their people by pursuing Great Place To Work status and continuing to support the Mortgage Industry Mental Health Charter as a signatory.
“Their focus on wellbeing and culture sets a powerful example for the industry.”
