Chris Parr Returns to Masthaven in Senior Sales Appointment

16 April 2026

Specialist Finance lender, Masthaven Finance, has appointed Chris Parr as Head of Sales, alongside Josh Hawker as Senior Business Development Manager for the Southwest and South Wales, and Louis Rowson as office-based Business Development Executive, strengthening its bridging and development finance proposition across key UK regions.

Chris brings more than 25 years' experience in specialist lending, having held senior roles at MT Finance and Precise Mortgages. Widely recognised across the market, his return to Masthaven strengthens the lender's bridging and development finance offering across the Midlands, North and Scotland.

For brokers operating in these regions, his appointment means access to a highly experienced contact who understands both the complexities of specialist lending and the nuances of their local markets.

Masthaven has also appointed Josh Hawker as Senior Business Development Manager for the Southwest and South Wales. Joining from Ampla Finance, and with previous experience at Catalyst Property Finance, he brings over 20 years’ experience across property and financial services, with a strong focus on bridging and development finance.

In addition, Louis Rowson joins as an office-based Business Development Executive, focused on enhancing the company’s service proposition. He brings experience in unregulated lending across residential and commercial markets, having begun his career as a Credit Lending Officer at a Mayfair-based single-family office.

All three appointments will work alongside Masthaven's existing team under Sales Director Jim Baker, as the business continues to grow its broker presence across key regions.

Jim Baker, Sales Director at Masthaven Finance, said:

“Chris is extremely well regarded in the market, and we are delighted to welcome him back to Masthaven. His experience and reputation will make an immediate impact, particularly across the Midlands, North and Scotland.

“Josh brings extensive experience from previous roles, where he developed deep expertise across the full deal lifecycle, with particular strength in structuring complex and heavy refurbishment cases.

“Louis also has a strong and complementary skill set and will focus on improving our servicing of broker enquiries and terms.

“These appointments reflect our continued growth and our unwavering focus on ensuring brokers have the right support in place.”

Chris Parr, Head of Sales – Bridging & Development at Masthaven Finance says:

“I am really happy to be rejoining Masthaven and look forward to working with old and new colleagues to help put Masthaven back to where it belongs at the top of the specialist lending market.”