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Yorkshire Building Society (YBS) has appointed Amanda Bryden as director of distribution and incoming managing director of Accord Mortgages. Bryden brings over 25 years of mortgage and intermediary leadership experience, having most recently worked at Lloyds Banking Group.
Bryden has also held senior roles at HSBC, Santander, and Coventry Building Society. She will succeed Jeremy Duncombe, who has led Accord since 2018. Duncombe will work closely with Bryden to ensure a smooth transition before retiring at the end of 2026, following his earlier announcement to consider portfolio opportunities.
YBS managing director of homes, Tom Simpson, highlighted Bryden's appointment as a significant move for the organisation, noting her experience and mandate to grow while maintaining broker relationships. Simpson also acknowledged Duncombe's contribution and his ongoing support during the transition period.
Bryden commented on Accord's strong identity and reputation among brokers, emphasising her focus on listening to brokers and colleagues, identifying areas for improvement, and developing propositions that address customers' changing needs.
This leadership change at Accord Mortgages may be of interest to UK letting agents and inventory clerks, as it signals ongoing commitment to broker partnerships and service development within the mortgage sector.
Source: Mortgage Strategy