Get to know… The Black & White Bridging Team
In the 8th in our new series of ‘meet the team’ blogs, we caught up with one of our latest team members, Scott Braybrook, to hear more about his role and what life has been like for him so far at Black & White Bridging.
How long have you been at Black & White Bridging and what is your role?
Almost three months. I am the Finance Director so the finances and reporting come under my remit, as well as company secretarial and other admin duties.
What has stood out since you joined the Black & White Bridging team?
The friendliness, team spirit, and professionalism of everyone here, and the desire to give the client great service and to do the right thing. Getting stuff done is the mantra.
How did you first get into finance?
I joined a chartered accountancy firm straight after finishing my A levels on the basis I was good at maths! I hated it, but rather than throwing it in I joined 3M as a trainee management accountant and loved it. I’ve never looked back.
What is the best thing about your role, and why?
Making a difference by bringing the experience I have from the finance world outside of bridging, which can help give the team a wider perspective and sometimes find a different solution.
What motivates you?
A few things really – developing my team and training them in new skills. I also love being part of an exciting growth story, as we can all learn along the way.
If you weren’t a Finance Director at Black & White Bridging, what would you like to be and why?
Honestly? A sports journalist. I don’t know if I’d be any good at it, but the idea of following sports events and writing about them is always something that has interested me. I also love to play music and have an interest in production. However, having seen the real professionals at work in both these spheres I don’t think I have the talent for either so I am happy to stick with finance!
Tell us something about you that we don’t know.
I used to be a half-decent trampolinist.
What 3 people dead or alive would you most like to have dinner with?
Freddie Mercury, Brian Clough, and my cousin Adam.
What do you think separates Black & White Bridging from other lenders?
Team spirit, desire to do the right thing, and the determination to get the deal done.
When you’re not at work, what are you most likely to be doing?
Following Nottingham Forest or playing my guitars
What are three things you can’t live without?
My family, my guitars, and Forest!
