Atelier appoints new head of origination

Development finance lender, Atelier, has appointed Matthew-Blaine Young as head of origination.

Prior to joining Atelier, Matthew was head of origination at Secure Trust Bank and has a proven track record of originating and closing complex transactions in the SME development finance sector.

With extensive experience in property finance and in originating stretch senior development loans, Matthew’s expertise will help drive the lender’s growth strategy which includes expanding its loan book to £500m+ by March 2026. 

Matthew will also use his industry expertise to proactively identify and develop new business opportunities, ensure compliance and efficiency in pipeline management as well as expand relationships with brokers and developers across key real estate debt markets.

Commenting on his appointment, Matthew-Blaine Young said: "I’m delighted to be joining Atelier, a forward-thinking development finance lender that is making a real impact in the market. Their commitment to innovation, speed, and tailored funding solutions aligns perfectly with my passion for supporting the markets leading brokers and property developers. I look forward to contributing to Atelier’s continued growth and helping our brokers and borrowers bring their projects to life."

Chris Gardner, CEO at Atelier, said: "After an extensive search, we are delighted to announce the appointment of Matthew Blaine Young as head of origination. His appointment underpins our strategy of supporting bankable SME property developers focused on residential, care, and PBSA. What borrowers and banks have told us time and again is that they want excellent financial solutions delivered by highly experienced real estate bankers – and that is Matthew’s brief."