Resimac announces new CEO

Resimac Group Ltd (Resimac) has announced Pete Lirantzis as its new CEO, effective as of the first half of 2025 after the expected completion of the migration of the Westpac Auto Back Book.

Lirantzis joined Resimac on 12 February 2024 as the chief strategy, products, and operating officer and will take over from Susan Hansen, who will step down as interim CEO once the migration is complete.

Wayne Spanner, Resimac’s chair, said Lirantzis’ strong focus on brokers, customer care, and solution-oriented approach were key attributes that the board considered essential for leading the business forward.

“Resimac is in a strong position and Pete is well placed to lead the business into the future as we continue to diversify and grow across our mortgage and asset finance business,” Spanner said.

“With considerable experience in digital transformation and modernisation across the finance sector, Pete has already made his mark on the business and will continue to do so as we build sustainable growth.”

Hansen, interim CEO, expressed her confidence in Lirantzis’ leadership, noting his skills in strategy execution.

“Since joining Resimac, Pete has demonstrated exceptional skills in articulating and executing a strategy that aligns with the board’s ambition,” Hansen said.

Hansen is set to continue her role on the board of Resimac.

Lirantzis, commenting on his appointment, expressed his excitement about leading the company into the future.

“I am excited to take on this new role and look forward to guiding our company toward a bright future. My focus will be on achieving sustainable growth and improving efficiencies,” Lirantzis said.

“I am committed to ensuring we remain competitive while evolving our offerings to meet the changing needs of our valued customers.

“As we chart this path forward, I am both confident and humbled by the trust the board has placed in me. I look forward to working alongside our talented team to achieve the shared vision that will drive our success.”

Former CEO, Scott McWilliam, announced his resignation from the position in July 2024 following a 21-year tenure with the company, where he was the chief executive for six years prior to being the joint CEO for three years on the heels of Resimac's merger with Homeloans Limited in 2016.

The lender confirmed at the time that McWilliam would take a period of leave before the termination of his contract on 1 September 2024.

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Adrian Suljanovic is a journalist at Broker Daily with more than two years experience reporting on all facets of the third party distribution channel.

Adrian has written for a range of business and finance titles including IFA, Investor Daily and Lawyer’s Weekly before joining the mortgages team in 2022.

He graduated from the University of Wollongong in 2021 gaining a Bachelor of Communication & Media with a major in Digital & Social Media.

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