Lisa started in our branch network which she says gave her the experience and grounding to develop her career.
I’m a senior sales manager for the intermediary lending. It's a relatively new venture for The Cumberland, so it's exciting to be part of it from beginning.
I’m part of a team that provides holiday let and residential mortgages for customers directly and via mortgage brokers. I help develop partnerships with brokers who can help in the world of Holiday Let and residential mortgages.
I joined as a trainee branch manager nine years ago. I completed my nine months of training and sat my exams which enabled me to provide mortgage advice before moving to my first role as a Branch Manager.
During my time as a branch Manager, I managed every branch on the West coast of Cumbria at some point during my nine years. It was a great way to start. I got to know people at all levels and built relationships. I love working here I wouldn’t be where I am now without branch experience.
I started in the Intermediary department about 14 months ago and it's great to look at where I have come from and where I’m at now.
I wanted to be a teacher when I was at school, I loved being the boss and being able to teach and help people. I think this could also be because I’m the oldest of four. When I was leaving school, it was a neighbour who introduced me to banking and I have never looked back. Banking is a good career, there is always a way to progress.
If you're thinking about leaving Cumbria, have a look at what we have to offer here first. The Cumberland is a great place to work and is a shining example of opportunities on your doorstep.
Hard work pays off, you can learn on the job. I wasn’t an A* student but I worked hard and by taking that responsibility you're able to go far.
Research; don’t be afraid to call and ask questions, show willingness and be brave. Put yourself out there. I love to see people develop and seeing people do this inspires me.