Together appoints new CEO of Personal Finance division

Cheadle-based specialist lender, Together, has announced the appointment of John Barker to the role of CEO of its personal finance division.

Barker, who joined the firm as Chief Operating Officer in July 2023, has led on the lender’s innovations improvements to its digital services to customers and brokers. His appointment follows recent annual results for the year ending June 2024 that reveal Together has grown its loan book to over £7.4 billion.

John Barker said of his new role:

“Together is a fantastic company with a real entrepreneurial spirit as well as a strong appetite to provide the mortgages and secured loans our customers want to help them achieve their property ambitions.

“I’m really passionate about Together’s common sense lending approach and its dedication to providing flexible products, often to borrowers who may not fit the strict criteria of mainstream lenders.

“As Personal Finance CEO I will be driving forward the division, working with more mortgage brokers, financial intermediaries and customers to promote Together’s brand and products. I look forward to contributing to its future growth, working with a dedicated team as we realise our vision of becoming the UK’s most valued lender.”

Together Personal Finance Chairman, Richard Gregory OBE, said:

“We are delighted to announce John’s appointment. He brings extensive experience to this role and his internal move is a testament to his rapid impact and commitment to Together. I look forward to seeing our Personal Finance business thrive under John’s leadership.”