Stephanie brings with her a wealth of knowledge with over 15 years experience in positions across the mortgage and financial services industry. Her last role was as Group Account Director for Creation Financial Services, the credit and financial services provider, where she was responsible for delivery of in excess of 65% of the annual company profit though storecard programmes. She managed strategic relationships with established brands such as Adams Childrenswear, HMV, The Arcadia Group and Carphone Warehouse; managed a team of senior managers across the business and delivered real results to the bottom line. She has also worked for Lloyds Abbey Life, Teachers Assurance Marketing Group and Portfolio Planning Ltd, to name but a few.
Stephanie takes overall responsibility for managing the BDS sales function. This will encompass: achieving annual business targets for BDS Packaging, direct to consumer arm Admiral Mortgage Solutions, BDS Network of 25-50 Appointed Representatives and its ‘Direct’ Club. The role also comprises: managing affinity and key business partners; insurance and incremental income opportunities; and developing lender relationships.
Phil Jay, Managing Director comments: “Stephanie’s appointment is the last piece in the jigsaw for the BDS Senior Management Team and her skills, knowledge and experience are second to none. She is very much an ideas person who is keen to deliver tangible results for the business. We are delighted that she has joined us and is already proving to be an invaluable member of the team”.
