Meet the Team

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  • Laura Bembridge

    Branch & Savings Team Leader

    Laura Bembridge

    Branch & Savings Team Leader

    How long have you been in your current role?

    I started this role in July 2019 but joined the Society in October 2015 as a customer service assistant.

    Career background

    Prior to working at esbs I worked as a store manager in food retail for 15 years.

    Why did you join esbs?

    I joined esbs as I was ready for a career change. I have held accounts with esbs since I was a child and like that the Society helps a lot of local charities. I also like how esbs treats people as individuals and has the personal touch

    What it is about working at the Society that you enjoy the most?

    Meeting new people  and there is a different challenge everyday

    Do you have any hobbies or interests outside of work?

    I enjoy spending time with my family, and I like to travel and enjoy eating out with friends

  • Stuart Allen

    Senior Risk & Compliance Assistant

    Stuart Allen

    Senior Risk & Compliance Assistant

    How long have you been at the Society?

    I joined esbs in June 2023

    Career background

    I have worked in the financial/banking industry all my career and have specialised in the full end to end mortgage process including Risk, Compliance and Policy

    Why did you join esbs?

    I’d always wanted to join a smaller organisation to share my knowledge as well as concentrating on the personal service, treating customers as individuals and the group local heritage

    What it is about working at the Society which you enjoy the most?

    After only a few weeks the welcome and friendliness of the whole esbs family has shone through – I felt warmly welcomed

    Do you have any hobbies or interests outside of work?

    Walking our two dogs Obi & Chewy (as you can tell I’m a Star Wars fan) Rugby, Golf, Holidays and socialising

  • Jodie Maguire

    Risk & Compliance Assistant

    Jodie Maguire

    Risk & Compliance Assistant

    How long have you been in your current role?

    I joined the Society in October 2019

    Career background

    Prior to this role I spent 13 years working for Swinton Insurance as a customer service associate

    Why did you join esbs?

    I joined the Society as it’s a lovely place that really looks after all its customers as my family can testify to as they have been customers for a number of years. A bonus is that it is local to where I live and the  hours are perfect for me

    What it is about working at the Society that you enjoy the most?

    Quite simply the people! Everyone who works here has been so friendly and welcoming towards me. Also the role I do is very interesting and no two days are the same which I like

    Do you have any hobbies or interests outside of work?

    I enjoy Formula One, baking, walking my dog and spending time with my husband and 2 children.

  • Sarah Pyatt

    Risk & Compliance Assistant

    Sarah Pyatt

    Risk & Compliance Assistant

    How long have you been at the Society?

    I joined esbs in October 2022

    Career background

    Administration and Customer Service roles. My most recent was as an administrator for a tyre company. Prior to this I was at a door manufacturing company for five years where I started as a customer service assistant and progressed throughout the company assisting in all departments, predominantly purchasing

    Why did you join esbs?

    I wanted a more challenging role with the opportunity to develop and progress. And a complete change from my previous positions

    What it is about working at the Society which you enjoy the most?

    I like the fact that everyone has been so welcoming and friendly, and people offering their assistance if needed

    Do you have any hobbies or interests outside of work?

    I enjoy exercising, walking, swimming and the gym. I like to socialise and I enjoy spending time with my family.

  • Rhiannon Greasley

    Assistant Management Accountant

    Rhiannon Greasley

    Assistant Management Accountant

    How long have you been at the Society?

    I joined esbs in September 2022

    Career background

    I am very early on in my career (this is just my second role since finishing University) but my previous role was also in financial services

    Why did you join esbs?

    Immediately everyone I met was friendly and professional, I felt that the interview process was well structured and organised and I generally had a very positive feeling about the company and the role

    What it is about working at the Society which you enjoy the most?

    The comfortable environment and the people – everyone has gone out of their way to make me feel part of a team straight away

    Do you have any hobbies or interests outside of work?

    I enjoy going to the gym and on long walks, reading, and spending time with family and friends

  • Darren Fife

    Business & Information Systems Technician

    Darren Fife

    Business & Information Systems Technician

    How long have you been at the Society?

    I joined esbs in April 2021

    Career background

    I have a background in IT and have also worked in Accounts

    Why did you join esbs?

    It was a good career opportunity and esbs is a local and well respected Building Society. I’ve also been a member ever since I can remember

    What it is about working at the Society which you enjoy the most?

    I have received a very warm welcome since joining and enjoy the variety of the work

    Do you have any hobbies or interests outside of work?

    I like watching a variety of sports, especially Football and Formula 1. I enjoy walking, cycling and holidays in the countryside

  • Julian Morrison

    Business & Information Systems Technician

    Julian Morrison

    Business & Information Systems Technician

    How long have you been at the Society?

    I joined esbs in February 2019

    Career background

    I started my working life as a Bricklayer but after moving to Leicestershire from Plymouth, I worked in various automated distribution warehouses where I have had various roles, including the last 6 years in IT

    Why did you join esbs?

    I wanted to have the opportunity to broaden my skills working for a friendly building society. It is also local to where I live, so no long commutes on the motorways which is a bonus!

    What it is about working at the Society which you enjoy the most?

    Being able to influence and contribute with my experience from working in other large enterprise organisations

    Do you have any hobbies or interests outside of work?

    My passion is cars, and  mainly of the old Ford variety! I currently have an old Ford which I try to keep on top of during the winter months whilst it is hibernating and waiting for the good weather! Other activities include cycling, walking, DIY, photography and trying to maintain a level of fitness at the gym!