Furness Building Society has announced the permanent appointment of Tom Leach as Chief Financial Officer, further bolstering its senior team following Simon Broadley’s promotion to Chief Executive. 

Tom takes the role of CFO having been part of the finance team at Furness Building Society since October 2024.

Tom is responsible for financial strategy and prudential risk management, optimising the society’s financial performance to deliver sustainable growth and investment.

He joins with a long-standing career in mutual banking having held roles at Monmouthshire Building Society, Bath Building Society and Principality Building Society.

Simon Broadley, Chief Executive at Furness Building Society, commented: “In the short time Tom has been with us at Furness, he has demonstrated an excellent level of technical understanding, a creative mindset and most importantly, a set of personal values that align perfectly to our culture. As a permanent member of the executive team, I know Tom will continue to lead by example, supporting our finance colleagues and developing the wider business as we embark upon the 2025-2030 strategic plan.” 

Tom Leach, Chief Financial Officer at Furness Building Society, added: “From the very start, I’ve been struck by Furness’ genuine openness to fresh ideas and new ways of working - not to mention the incredible warmth and purpose shown by all my colleagues. What makes Furness Building Society special is the unwavering commitment to doing the right thing - by our members, our communities and each other. I’m hugely excited to be a permanent part of the team as we bring our ambitious strategy to life.”