North-East-based mortgage services firm BH Mortgages has appointed Niamh Taylor as case and business administrator.

Launched in 2016 as part of the BH Group of companies, BH Mortgages has taken on its first apprentice to support growing operations across the North East.

Taylor, 18, said: “I joined BH Mortgages as it has an excellent and professional reputation.”

“I have always been interested in the industry and this role was a fantastic opportunity to learn in a real working environment while being mentored by the best professionals in their field.”

Lewis Chambers, director of BH Mortgages, added: “The success over the past two years of BH Mortgages has been more than I could have hoped for. The team has grown and we have been able to supply hundreds of people with mortgages on a national scale.”

“Niamh was a very enthusiastic and intelligent candidate and we are delighted to welcome her to the team. Our aim is to teach her the skills she needs to thrive within the industry, offering guidance and mentorship from our experienced staff.”

Chambers said that demand for services has grown significantly within the North East and is set to continue due to such a buoyant housing market.