"This is an important appointment for the Bank as we continue to put our broker distribution model at the heart of our strategy "
David joins from Virgin Money where he was responsible for intermediary service and sales across the North of the UK, and prior to that was accountable for intermediary relationships at Northern Rock.
Earlier this year Sainsbury’s Bank welcomed Openwork as its first broker network since completing its launch phase with its Legal & General partners. The Bank’s broker partners now include Openwork, Savills, Alexander Hall, First Mortgage, Springtide, Mortgage Advice Bureau and Stonebridge Group as well as pilot partner L&C Mortgages.
David Buxton Head of Banking, Sainsbury’s Bank, said: "This is an important appointment for the Bank as we continue to put our broker distribution model at the heart of our strategy to grow our mortgage business. David’s mortgage sales experience makes him an excellent fit for our team.”
David Crooke added: “I’m delighted to be joining a bank with such rich customer heritage, and that’s committed to growing its business through a strong broker network.”
