SINCE its formation in 1999, Southampton-based TML has made rapid progress and now claims to be one of the leading consumer specialist lenders in the country.

The mortgage lender says it has captured a staggering proportion of the market, building a reputation in lending to people who cannot find help on the High Street.

The value of its loans has shot up from £3m a month in 1999 to a massive £40m a month today, and business is continuing to grow.

Staff numbers have grown six-fold and the company says it won't stop there.

Managing director Tim Kirby has announced plans to build on the success and says there will be significant job opportunities at headquarters near Southampton International Airport.

"Most people will know that to maintain a high level of service in this competitive market, you need a great team behind you,'' he said.

"At TML we have dedicated ourselves to recruiting only the best people who share the commitment to delivering a quality service that is market leading, not forgetting hard work!

"We also believe in rewarding our people. Just recently some of our top achievers spent a whole day partying aboard a £2m super-yacht! The atmosphere at TML is so infectious, everyone feels motivated and enjoys their work. It feels great to be a part of this.''

Now part of the Kensington Mortgage Group, a publicly listed company, TML is setting its sights on becoming an employer of choice in Southampton.

For information on the vacancies call the company's human resources department on 023 8030 2811.

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