First Mortgage Trust expands in Canterbury

New exec strengthens investment reach

First Mortgage Trust expands in Canterbury

First Mortgage Trust (FMT), a New Zealand investment manager specialising in property lending, has announced the appointment of Deborah O’Connor (pictured above) as investment relationship manager in Christchurch.

O’Connor brings a wealth of experience in investment and wealth management and will be instrumental in expanding FMT’s investor base in the Canterbury region.

Prior to FMT, O’Connor worked as financial advisor at Apex Advice Group, as wealth manager at ASB Bank, and as asset distribution specialist at AEGIS.

Expanding FMT’s presence in Christchurch

With the recent launch of FMT’s wholesale fund, O’Connor’s appointment comes at a strategic time.

“Deborah’s expertise and passion will help accelerate our growth in Canterbury and enhance our ability to deliver exceptional customer service to our South Island investors,” said Paul Bendall, CEO of FMT.

A focus on South Island investors

O’Connor shared her enthusiasm for joining the team.

“The Christchurch and wider South Island market holds so much potential, and I’m excited to be part of a company that places such a strong emphasis on its values and investors,” she said.

Strengthening FMT’s investment reach

This key appointment marks another step in FMT’s continued growth as it positions itself as a major player in New Zealand’s investment market. The company remains focused on providing excellent customer service and creating growth opportunities for its expanding investor base.

Prior to this development, FMT announced the appointment of Charlie Oscroft as new investment relationship manager and Sue Griffiths as lending operations manager.

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