Perenna appoints new national account manager

Long-term-fixed rate mortgage lender, Perenna, has appointed Steve Mannakee as national account manager.

Mannakee brings over three decades of experience to the role. He joins the bank from West One Loans where he led the establishment of its specialist first charge residential proposition. Prior to that he was head of sales at Aldermore Bank for nearly a decade and has also served as regional development manager at Pepper Money UK.

At Perenna, Mannakee will be responsible for strengthening relationships with broker networks, mortgage clubs, and key accounts by providing training, guidance and ongoing support.

Steve Mannakee, said: "I'm delighted to be joining the team at Perenna, and I'm really excited about being an integral part of its ongoing development and growth. I'm looking forward to utilising my experience in the specialist lender space to help grow Perenna's standing within the wider broker population nationally."

John Davison, head of product, proposition and distribution at Perenna, added: “Brokers are at the heart of everything we do at Perenna, and the advice they provide borrowers is irreplaceable. We’re delighted to have Steve join as we look to expand Perenna’s distribution and product range. Steve will bring valuable experience, energy, and commitment to supporting our partners.”