Chris Baguley has confirmed he will be stepping down from his role as Corporate Managing Director at Cheshire-based lender Together at the end of 2026.
The announcement marks the end of a 20-year tenure that saw Baguley help build one of the sector’s most respected corporate and bridging teams.
Baguley joined Together in 2006 from roles at Manchester Building Society and Yorkshire Bank, charged with establishing its bridging finance division – an area that has since become a core component of the lender’s offering.
Over the years he played a pivotal role in growing the corporate team, supporting introducers, property investors and professional borrowers across complex short-term finance deals.
HUGE SUCCESS
Business Cloud reports that Baguley said the decision to leave was not taken lightly: “I absolutely love our business, together with the wonderful people I get to work alongside every day.
“I simply couldn’t be more proud of the business we have built in the last 20 years.”
He added that he plans to explore non-executive roles in early 2027.
Ritchie Watson, corporate sales director for the North West at Together, paid tribute to his contribution, saying Baguley had been “a huge part of the growth and success of the business.”
And commenting on LinkedIn Marc Goldberg, CEO Sales & Distribution at Together, said: “Chris one of the highlights of my career was recruiting you 20 years ago.
“I thoroughly enjoyed working so closely with you on our journey it’s been all about working together to make things happen and working with you. That’s exactly what we’ve achieved thank you.”
BRIDGING TOGETHER
Together has been active in growing its bridging footprint. In 2022, it reported providing more than £103m in bridging loans in a single month, reflecting strong demand across both residential and commercial bridging segments.
The UK bridging finance market has expanded significantly over the last decade, with gross lending levels growing as borrowers seek flexible short-term solutions in an environment of tighter mortgage criteria and competitive property markets.
Mortgage Soup reported yesterday how Together Financial Services Limited had reported further loan book growth and a rise in underlying profits for the quarter to 31 December 2025 as it continues to expand lending at relatively low LTVs.
