MSP Capital appoints new chief executive

South coast property finance firm MSP Capital has appointed Leigh Bartlett as its new chief executive.

Leigh brings more than 20 years of director-level experience across financial services and technology, including senior roles at Novo Banco, Masthaven Bank, FNZ Group, NatWest Group and Westpac New Zealand.

He joins following a transitional period spent working with MSP Capital’s leadership team, which includes Adam Tovey, Lee Merrifield, Nicky Hollamby and Daniel Curtis.

Leigh said: “I am excited to lead MSP Capital and look forward to working even more closely with the talented team to enhance our capability to deliver exceptional financing solutions for customers across the UK.”

Former joint managing directors Martin Higgins and Paul Miracca are stepping back from operational roles, with Paul remaining as a consultant.

The appointment supports MSP Capital’s strategy for future growth, following its transformation into a private equity-backed business with Cabot Square Capital as majority shareholder.

Richard McDougall, partner at Cabot Square Capital, added: “With his breadth of experience in financial strategy and leadership, Leigh will play a critical role as MSP Capital continues to strengthen its delivery of outstanding service and specialist funding solutions. 

“His proven track record in driving financial success and process optimisation aligns perfectly with the firm’s goals for sustainable growth. 

“We thank Martin and Paul for their hard work in contributing to MSP Capital’s success over many years as a specialist, non-regulated lender for the property sector. 

“Both Martin and Paul remain shareholders, and back the remaining management team to lead the business forward to future successes.”

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