Smartmove bolsters national expansion with new leadership roles

Smartmove Professional Mortgage Advisers, a mortgage broking service under Viridian Financial Group (VFGL), has announced the introduction of four new leadership positions.

These roles are designed to augment Smartmove’s national expansion and enhance support for its extensive broker network throughout Australia.

Enhancing broker support and client services

The establishment of these positions follows Smartmove’s continued success, where it manages over $3.6 billion in loan balances and boasts an industry-leading client repeat or referral rate of 90.3%.

The expansion is set to bolster the firm’s capabilities in delivering superior client outcomes and supporting its brokers' professional development across different regions.

Leadership appointments aimed at regional empowerment

The newly appointed leaders, all from within Smartmove’s ranks, bring a wealth of experience and a proven track record to their respective roles:

• Cameron Wiles takes on the role of regional head for NSW and will also lead the Smartmove Academy, focusing on broker training and regional support to enhance broker capabilities.

• Dean Herbert has been appointed regional head for VIC/TAS, where he will continue his loan writing duties while mentoring local brokers to improve performance and client service.

• Chris Hill steps into the role of regional head for QLD/SA/WA, bringing his extensive loan writing experience to lead and support brokers across these diverse markets.

• Simon Orbell assumes the position of head of partnerships, tasked with driving business growth through strategic collaborations within the team.

Strategic growth following viridian integration

Darren Little (pictured at top), general manager for lending at Viridian Financial Group, commented on the strategic enhancement of the leadership team.

“These appointments represent a strategic investment in supporting our expanding broker network and growing national footprint,” Little said. “By strengthening our leadership capability across key regions, we're enhancing our ability to support our brokers and deliver exceptional outcomes for clients across Australia.

“Following our successful integration with Viridian Financial Group, this strategic move strengthens our ability to connect Australians with a broad network of professionals. This ensures the delivery of expert guidance and exceptional service, designed to address the dynamic needs of our clients and the wider industry.”