Meet ballet dancer turned banking figurehead, Esther Dijkstra, Managing Director for Lloyds Banking Group as she joins us on the second episode of Mortgage Mentors, hosted by Jeremy Duncombe.

From Esther's humble beginnings in a Dutch village to becoming a global leader in the mortgage industry, this episode will take you through the pivotal milestones in Esther's career, exploring topics of resilience, adaptability, current market insights and more. Perhaps most interesting is the personal tone of this discussion as Esther uncovers her unique approach to leadership learned over 25 years in the industry. At the core of it all, Esther encourages authenticity, empathy and inclusivity as key pillars for future leaders. A must-listen for the most ambitious amongst us, this is a rare look into what it means to not only manage, but lead teams to excellence.