Oblix Capital has hired the former head of sales at Bridgebank as its new regional development manager.

Steve Woods will lead the bridging and development finance lender’s regional team, focusing on building new and managing existing key intermediary relationships in the Midlands and the North.

With 25 years’ experience in business development, Steve spent the majority of that time at Natwest where he was awarded the Best Area Manager following an uplift in branch sales along with an improvement in customer service and staff development.

Rishi Passi, CEO at Oblix Capital, said Steve’s appointment comes at a time of rapid expansion for the company.

“I’m certain that his experience and leadership will help expand our services in the Midlands and the North, helping us to capitalise on the growing development potential outside of the South East,” said Rishi.

Steve added: “The property development market is gathering steam across the country, and Oblix Capital are well placed to support and drive this regional growth.

“Developers right across the UK are eager to mirror the momentum seen in the South East, and I look forward to helping them get there.”