Hazel Johnston
About Hazel Johnston
Hazel Johnston serves as the Later Life Mortgage Manager for the North Region at Nationwide Building Society, a position she has held since 2019. With a background in finance and residential sales, she specializes in advising members aged 55 and older on equity release and mortgage options.
Work at Nationwide Building Society
Hazel Johnston has been serving as the Later Life Mortgage Manager for the North Region at Nationwide Building Society since 2019. In this role, she focuses on providing mortgage advice to members aged 55 and over, leveraging her extensive experience in the mortgage sector. Prior to her current position, she held various roles within the organization, including Mortgage Area Manager and Mortgage Consultant Supervisor, demonstrating a progressive career path in mortgage services.
Education and Expertise
Hazel Johnston has a strong educational background in business and finance. She studied at the University of Virginia Darden School of Business, where she completed a program in Fundamentals of Project Planning & Management in 2021. Additionally, she earned a Diploma for Financial Advisors (DipFa) from The London Institute of Banking & Finance, along with certifications in Mortgage Advice and Practice (CeMAP) and Regulated Equity Release (CeRER). Her education supports her expertise in financial planning and mortgage advisory services.
Background in Mortgage and Property Services
Before her current role, Hazel Johnston gained significant experience in residential sales and lettings. She worked as a Sales and Lettings Consultant at Your Move and held multiple positions at Nationwide Building Society, including Mortgage Consultant and Trainee Mortgage Consultant. Her diverse background in property services has equipped her with a comprehensive understanding of the mortgage industry and client needs.
Leadership and Team Management
In her current role, Hazel Johnston oversees various aspects of team management, including culture, performance goals, and succession planning. She has led teams of equity release and mortgage advisors, focusing on enhancing internal communications and ensuring that her team meets the needs of their clients. Her leadership experience is supported by her studies in Leadership at Ivy House London.
Personal Interests
Outside of her professional life, Hazel Johnston enjoys walking her beagle named Darcy and has a passion for interior design. These personal interests reflect her commitment to a balanced lifestyle and her appreciation for aesthetics, which may also influence her professional approach in client interactions.