LONDON (Alliance News) - ULS Technology PLC Monday said it has appointed Ben Thompson as managing director from November 11, allowing Nigel Hoath to move up to a chief executive role focused on strategy and the business plan.
The provider of online B2B platforms for the UK conveyancing and financial intermediary markets said Thompson is currently Director, Banks & Affinities at Legal & General, and will be responsible for the day to day running of all ULS products and services, with a particular focus on extending ULS's relationships with mortgage providers when he joins the company.
Current Managing Director Hoath will become the company's chief executive, and he will focus on the strategic growth of the group and delivering on the business plan, ULS Technology said.
"We are delighted to appoint Ben as the Managing Director of ULS. He will concentrate on improving existing products and selling these to new clients. We are confident that his excellent relationships within banks, building societies and other mortgage providers will enable us to further broaden our client base. Ben's appointment brings additional breadth and depth to our management team as we prepare for the next stages of growth," Hoath said in a statement.
Thompson has worked in the financial services sector for 28 years and has held senior roles at Legal & General, St. James's Place, Paymentshield and Winterthur Life, according to ULS.
By Steve McGrath; stevemcgrath@alliancenews.com; @stevemcgrath1
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