Vanessa joined the Society in 2024 and is now Pickering’s Branch Manager. She lives locally to Pickering and loves that the branch is located within the heart of the Market Place, offering accessible financial services to the community.
"I’m so passionate about Pickering and how we can maintain our vibrant high street and thriving local economy. Newcastle Building Society’s commitments very much align with my own core values and beliefs. The team at our Market Place branch are all committed to delivering the best possible face-to-face service for our Members. I look forward to making our new branch a central part of the local community in Pickering.”
“Pickering have had members of the community coming in and thanking us for coming to the town, showing our positive impact on the community and local high street.”
When asked what brings her the most joy in her role as Pickering's Branch Manager, she said "The work we do to support our community is unmatched.” “Pickering have had members of the community coming in and thanking us for coming to the town, showing our positive impact on the community and local high street.”
Pickering is the 32nd branch in our network and the latest proof of our commitment to maintain face-to-face financial services and restore essential banking services in communities abandoned by high street banks.
Outside of work, Vanessa often spends her free time organising free family events within the Market Town. "Every year we close the Market Place, having a central stage for live performances like bands, circus performers and children's rides. It's all for the local community and is completely free."
Vanessa looks fondly upon her team: “I love the people, I love the staff. The team we’ve got here are absolutely amazing, considering we’re all new to Newcastle Building Society and we didn’t know each other three months ago. With years of financial service experience, I'm so proud of my team who've impacted the local community so much already and can't wait to help more people. They are all absolutely brilliant."
Vanessa is so excited about what is to come. She also has a top savings tip for anyone wanting to make the most of their pennies: “my top savings tip is to always use your ISA allowance”.
Vanessa and her team can't wait to welcome you all to the Pickering branch for a cuppa and a chat soon.
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