Steve Swyny joins Stonebridge as national recruitment manager

Mortgage and protection network, Stonebridge, has appointed Steve Swyny to the role of national recruitment manager.

Swyny will support the drive to further grow the network’s flow of new appointed representative (AR) firms.

The Essex-based business now employs more than 180 colleagues to support its broker firms across the UK.

Swyny, who has more than 30 years’ experience in financial services, joins from Just Mortgages where he was area director. Prior to that he held a number of senior roles and directorships across mortgages and financial services including head of sales, and later commercial director, for First 4 Bridging – which later became Envelop. He was also head of training and development at The Buy To Let Business.

Rob Clifford, chief executive at Stonebridge, said: “Steve’s experience and record makes him a natural fit for Stonebridge. His role is vital as we continue to attract high quality AR firms and advisers to the network.

“His appointment also follows closely on the heels of Joanna Purdy, who joined us as national compliance manager earlier this month. Both Joanna and Steve stand as testament to our continued investment in individuals with vast experience.”

Swyny added: “Having spent many years in financial services helping business owners choose a network and supporting them through that transition, I’ve seen firsthand how important that decision is for their long-term success.

“I’m looking forward to continuing that work as part of the Stonebridge recruitment team. It’s a great opportunity to contribute to a network that genuinely prioritises the needs of its firms and provides the right support to help them succeed. Stonebridge’s numbers speak for themselves."