Meet the Team
The Mortgage Team
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Jacquie Lennox
Mortgage SupervisorJacquie Lennox
Mortgage SupervisorHow long have you been in your current role?
Since December 2014
Career background:
I’ve held various mortgages roles within the financial services sector for the past 20 years
Why did you join esbs?
I was looking for a new challenge and the opportunity to develop my career. When I was contacted about a new role within the company I jumped at the chance
What it is about working at the Society that you enjoy the most?
The people, the daily variety that comes with my job and also working for a smaller company, because you really feel that you can make a difference
Do you have any hobbies or interests outside of work?
Kettlebells, baking (especially cakes), walking with a large German Shepherd dog in tow and having family time
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Debbie Holmes
Business Development ManagerDebbie Holmes
Business Development ManagerCurrent Job Title
Business Development Manager
How long have you been in your current role?
I joined esbs in September 2019
Career background
I have been in sales for most of my career, starting out in the telecommunication industry. I moved into finance in 2011 working for Coventry Building Society where I held a number of branch based and head office roles, with my most recent in the intermediary space
Why did you join esbs?
I was thrilled to be given the opportunity to join ESBS, especially in the role of Business Development Manager. I feel ESBS is the perfect fit and is aligned with my values
What it is about working at the Society that you enjoy the most?
One of the main things I enjoy about working for a regional building society is being able to influence decisions and being part of new projects/propositions. I am a people person, so the opportunity to work closely with our intermediaries for the benefit of our members is the perfect fit
Do you have any hobbies or interests outside of work?
I enjoy spending time with my family and working out, I am a keen runner/walker. I have completed both the National three peaks and Yorkshire three peaks in the last 12 months
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Barbara Deveney
Mortgage Services AdministratorBarbara Deveney
Mortgage Services AdministratorHow long you have been in your current role?
Since August 1999
Career background:
Before joining the Society I worked in the financial services sector for seven years
Why did you join esbs?
It’s a small Society, is easy to get to either in the car or, if needed, by bus and the staff are friendly
What it is about working at the Society which you enjoy the most?
I enjoy working where you can give a more personal touch and get to know the customer. It is also a friendly working environment
Do you have any hobbies or interests outside of work?
I enjoy walking and keep trying at gardening and reading (girlie books nothing heavy)
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Dee McArdle
Mortgage AdviserDee McArdle
Mortgage AdviserHow long you have been in your current role?
Since July 2000
Career background:
I’ve been in the financial services sector for 15 years
Why did you join esbs?
I liked the idea of working for a small building society which offered a personal service
What it is about working at the Society which you enjoy the most?
It’s small and friendly and there is a vast variety of work
Do you have any hobbies or interests outside of work?
I enjoy gardening, reading, visiting new places and tennis and cricket (watching not playing!)
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Sharon Sutton
Mortgage Services AdministratorSharon Sutton
Mortgage Services AdministratorHow long have you been in your current role?
Since August 2013
Career background:
I had numerous roles within Milton Keynes Council, where I worked for about eight years. I also have a financial background working for Santander
Why did you join esbs?
I was made redundant from Milton Keynes Council and relocated area after meeting my husband. I applied for the job as it was close to my new home and wanted a new challenge.
What it is about working at the Society which you enjoy the most?
The people, and the personal touch we are able to offer customers, as we are a small society
Do you have any hobbies or interests outside of work?
I like most things
