Hodge appoints BDM for London and the South East

Hodge has appointed Nurlana Kerimli as its new business development manager (BDM) for London and the South East.

Bringing over a decade of lending experience and broker development, Nurlana began her career in high street banking in 2013.

She joins Hodge from Air (Answers in Retirement) where she worked as a senior business development consultant, equipping firms with sourcing tools and advice within the later life lending space. 

Her experience includes roles at more2life as a BDM, advising on equity release, and several years of whole-of-market mortgage advising, where she managed a broad range of cases from first-time buyers to portfolio landlords.

Nurlana Kerimli said: “My passion has always been helping people — whether that’s customers directly or advisers working to find the right fit for complex cases. Hodge’s approach to flexible lending really resonates with me, and I’m excited to bring that support to brokers across London and the South East.”

Emma Graham, business development director at Hodge, added: “We’re thrilled to welcome Nurlana to the team. Her experience across advice and business development means she understands the broker journey inside out. 

"As we continue to grow across the residential and later life spaces, her role will be key in building relationships and supporting advisers who are dealing with complex customer profiles and multiple income sources.”