Openwork hires recruitment and growth director

Wildgoose previously worked at Sesame Bankhall Group for over 11 years, which he left as head of network recruitment in January this year.

Openwork has hired Stephen Wildgoose as recruitment and growth director.

Wildgoose previously worked at Sesame Bankhall Group for over 11 years, which he left as head of network recruitment in January this year.

John Cupis, managing director of mortgages and protection at Sesame, said: “Stephen’s experience and expertise will prove invaluable as we look to build on the growth of the network through the recruitment of high-quality advice practices and advisers committed to providing their clients with the best possible outcomes.”

In July Openwork exceeded 3,000 advisers for the first time in its history.

It has taken more than 40 candidates through its adviser training academy since launch in 2014.

Wildgoose said: “Openwork is a profitable and expanding business with a compelling proposition and a clear strategy for sustainable growth.

“With a unique structure that gives both new and existing advisers a pathway to ownership of the business; Openwork stands apart in the market.

“I look forward to working with John and the senior management team and contributing to the continued success of the business.”