Full circle: Alix’s journey back to Recognise Bank
Sometimes the best stories are the ones that come full circle. There’s a special kind of energy in the office when a familiar face returns. It’s more than just filling a vacant seat; it’s a testament to the culture and connections that make a workplace feel like a community. Alix was a key member of […]
Get to know our lending manager: Ryan Kelly
At Recognise Bank, relationships are at the core of everything we do; with our customers, our broker partners, and the people who power our business behind the scenes. Ryan Kelly, our Lending Manager, is one of those people. With a strong background in commercial property finance, our newest lending manager Ryan Kelly brings a focused […]
The Intermediary interviews Tristan Mahoney, CFO, Recognise Bank
Tristan Mahoney, chief financial officer at Recognise Bank, shares how the specialist lender is building momentum across SME lending and savings, the steps being taken to streamline operations and strengthen its team, and why the Bank’s recent move into profitability marks just the start of its next phase of growth. Since joining Recognise Bank as […]
Recognise Bank strengthens sales team with the appointment of four lending managers
Recognise Bank has announced the expansion of its sales team by appointing four Lending Managers, enabling the bank to extend the team’s geographical reach across England, Wales and mainland Scotland. Luke Beirne joins as Senior Lending Manager with Richard Winston, Ryan Kelly and Tom Ravenscroft joining as Lending Managers. All four will work directly with […]
Get to know our lending manager: Chris Stevens
Behind every deal at Recognise Bank is someone who does more than crunch numbers; they bring experience, perspective and a genuine commitment to helping businesses grow. For Chris Stevens, Senior Lending Manager, that commitment is rooted in a career that spans high street and challenger banks, shaped by lessons learned on the frontline of finance. […]
Recognise Bank completes £1.75m bridging loan to support Teesside manufacturer
Recognise Bank has completed a £1.75m bridging loan to support the expansion of a Teesside-based manufacturer and retailer. The facility was arranged for Lowe & Simpson Group, a recently acquired joinery and stair-making business, and enabled the new owners to settle a deferred payment linked to the company’s purchase. The deal also supports the group’s […]
What brokers & borrowers say about working with us
When it comes to bridging finance, speed and certainty are everything. And if recent feedback is anything to go by, we at Recognise Bank continue to deliver not just on time, but with heart. In the past few months, brokers and borrowers have praised our team’s responsiveness, commercial thinking and willingness to craft bespoke solutions […]
What Brokers want to know: 5 FAQs answered by Recognise Bank
When it comes to bridging finance, brokers need fast, honest answers they can trust. At Recognise Bank, we pride ourselves on building strong relationships grounded in transparency, speed and practical solutions. Here are five frequently asked questions we hear from brokers, along with clear responses that reflect how we work and what we stand for. […]
Get to know our lending manager: Mike Doxford
From football memorabilia to half marathon training, Mike Doxford brings focus, energy and a good dose of personality to his work and his downtime. As one of our Lending Managers, Mike’s known for turning tricky lending cases into success stories and building strong relationships with brokers along the way. We caught up with him to […]
Recognise Bank completes £4.2m bridging loan for Hertfordshire co-living development
Recognise Bank has successfully completed a £4,225,000 commercial property bridging deal in Hertfordshire. The bridging facility will enable the client to seek revised planning permission for a major transformation of the site. Currently approved for a 124-bed hotel, the new plans involve developing an innovative co-living development comprised of over 300 units. This shift reflects […]
