Nick Dudley (pictured above) has joined the specialist bank in the newly created role within Aldermore's business finance division.

With over 25 years of experience working in the asset finance industry, Nick has previously held senior positions at Hitachi, ING, GE Capital and Close Brothers.

Nick will be based at the bank's Reading office with responsibility for partnership accounts across a variety of industry sectors, particularly transportation and construction.

He will also play a key role in developing new products to meet growing customer demand.

“This is a great opportunity to build on existing relationships and develop best-in-class products and services to meet the changing needs of customers,” said Nick.

“I look forward to using my experience to ensure greater efficiency, effectiveness and productivity to better serve customers by offering more complete solutions.”

Nick will report directly to Stewart Good, head of manufacturer and dealer services.

“Nick's extensive experience will be instrumental in helping us move into the next phase of growth,” said Stewart.

“As a business, we are committed to providing the best products and services to our customers and Nick's experience will support this.

“Nick will be a real asset to the team and I am delighted to welcome him to Aldermore.”