Mark Charlesworth, managing director of TMO, commented: “We are delighted that Steve is joining us; his experience will prove invaluable as we develop our approach to the regulated market. With regulation of the mortgage market just around the corner TMO are already well advanced with the necessary preparatory work, including the impending launch of our latest sourcing and compliance system, TMOS Professional.
“We are mindful of the challenges and opportunities facing the industry and feel that our business is exceptionally well placed to develop our services to support our members. TMO is planning to offer brokers the option of 'Introducer Status', 'AR status', or regulation support services for those choosing to be directly authorised.
“It is vital that in this competitive financial market TMO has the knowledge and experience in place to ensure that the service it offers meets the market requirements. Steve's appointment will emphasise to the market our drive towards achieving our committed aim of offering members the support that they need to help them to achieve their business goals.”