How we work with brokers

At Hampshire Trust Bank, broker relationships are fundamental to how we lend.

Brokers have direct access to experienced decision-makers from the outset. We prioritise early, structured conversations so expectations are aligned before terms are issued. That clarity at the beginning helps transactions move forward with confidence and reduces unnecessary friction later in the process.

We operate within clearly defined specialist products, supported by pragmatic, case-led underwriting. This allows us to support complex buy-to-let portfolios, semi-commercial assets, heavy refurbishment projects and residential or mixed-use development schemes without creating layers of escalation or ambiguity.

Across bridging, specialist term lending and development finance, we work in partnership with brokers and their investor and developer clients throughout the property lifecycle. From site acquisition through to development completion and longer-term refinance, we provide consistent access, disciplined decision-making and dependable execution.

Our savings-led funding model underpins that approach, giving brokers confidence in the certainty of funding behind every facility. We focus on long-term relationships built on accessibility, clarity and reliable delivery when placing complex transactions.

Key contact names

• Alex Upton – Managing Director of Specialist Mortgages and Bridging Finance

• Andrea Glasgow – Sales Director, Specialist Mortgages and Bridging Finance

• Danny Kiely – Head of Sales, Specialist Mortgages and Bridging Finance

• Neil Leitch – Managing Director of Development Finance

• Rob Syrett – Head of Origination, Development Finance

• Scott Apps – Head of Distribution, Development Finance

Key product areas

• Buy-to-let mortgages
• Commercial mortgages
• Development finance
• Revolving credit facilities
• Short-term/ bridging finance

Jurisdictional scope

• East Midlands
• East of England
• Greater London
• North East England
• North West England
• Scotland
• South East England
• South West England
• Wales

Sectoral coverage

• Construction
• Real estate and property activities