Skipton Business Finance appoints Nicki Hallett as Head of Securities

Skipton Business Finance (SBF) has strengthened its senior team with the appointment of Nicki Hallett as Head of Securities as the invoice finance provider continues to invest in its operational capabilities.

Hallett brings 25 years of invoice finance experience spanning operations, risk, underwriting and relationship management.

Prior to joining SBF, she spent more than a decade at Pulse Cashflow Finance, where her roles included Operations Director. She has also held senior positions with Aldermore Invoice Finance and Close Invoice Finance.

As Head of Securities, Hallett will have overall responsibility for the function, drawing on her operational and risk experience to support SBF’s continued growth.

She will also contribute to strategic projects across the business, including the ongoing development of SBF’s client journey, as the company looks to maintain service levels for clients and introducers as it expands.

Michelle Wilson, Chief Operating Officer at Skipton Business Finance, said: “We’re delighted to have Nicki at SBF. She brings an exceptional level of invoice finance experience, alongside a deep understanding of risk, operations and relationship management.

“Nicki’s experience of leading teams and managing complex portfolios will be a real asset to the business. Her appointment further strengthens our senior team and will help ensure we continue to maintain the strong operational foundations and high levels of service that our clients and introducers experience as we grow.”

Commenting on her appointment, Hallett said: “I’m delighted to have joined Skipton Business Finance and become part of a team with such a strong reputation in the invoice finance market.

“Having spent my career working across client relationships, operations and risk, I’m enjoying bringing my experience to the role, working with colleagues across SBF and contributing to the continued growth and development of the business.”