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Homeloans has injected some new blood into the company, appointing a new general manager of underwiriting.
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According to a statement from the company, the current GM of underwriting, Les McDonald, will retire from the industry on 31 December. James Hardiman will take over the role.
Homeloans’ executive chairman, Tim Holmes, paid tribute to Les McDonald and the contribution he has made to the company over the past eight years.
“Les was instrumental in changing Homeloans’ approach to credit assessment and the way we interacted with our clients and customers,” Mr Holmes said. “In addition, Les introduced a national broker-friendly credit model and the concept of ‘intelligent credit.’
“Not only that, but he has successfully worked with our sales managers to mentor and develop BDMs in the marketplace which, today, is an integral part of our approach.
“We thank Les for his time, effort and his loyalty, and wish him and his family all the best for the next chapter in their lives. His wealth of knowledge, input and dedication will be missed.”
Mr Hardiman joins Homeloans from Advantedge, where he held the position of head of credit for PLAN, Choice and Fast Lend.
Homeloans' chief operating officer, Scott McWilliam, called the appointment “a real coup for Homeloans”.
“James brings a wealth of underwriting and management experience and has the perfect credentials to oversee Homeloans’ decentralised credit function,” Mr McWilliam said.
