At work

Emile has four years’ experience in the Housing and Finance Industry, having first started mortgage broking in 2023. He is a full member of the Mortgage and Finance Association of Australia (MFAA), and holds a Certificate IV in Finance Broking, a Diploma of Financial Services (Finance and Mortgage Broking Management), and a Bachelor of Commerce (Majoring in Finance and Accounting). Emile is accredited with over 25 lending and financial institutions.

Emile joined The Loan Company after building a solid foundation as a mortgage broker over the past three years in Perth. During that time, he’s worked across a broad mix of lending scenarios – from helping first-home buyers navigate construction finance through to structuring more complex investment deals.

His focus is straightforward: make the process feel simple, even when it isn’t. Whether it’s a first purchase, a refinance, expanding an investment portfolio or securing funding for another asset, Emile takes a practical, outcome-driven approach to every client.

Backed by strong technical knowledge and hands-on experience, he’s well equipped to handle a wide range of lending needs. Just as importantly, he takes the time to understand what matters to his clients and works toward solutions that genuinely fit. The feedback he’s received along the way reflects a consistent approach built on reliability, communication and follow-through.

Emile has the following qualifications and awards:

  • MFAA Approved Broker
  • Bachelor of Commerce – Majoring in Finance and Accounting
  • Certificate IV Finance and Mortgage Broking
  • Diploma of Financial Services (Finance and Mortgage Broking Management)
  • Member of the Loan Market Group (LMG)
  • Member of the Australian Financial Complaints Authority (AFCA)
  • $50 million in settled loans

Emile Van Der Merwe is a representative of Harrisdale Pty Ltd (ABN 59 088 462 140), trading as The Loan Company (Australian Credit Licence Number 386355).

Outside of work

  • What’s your favourite activity?
    Going to the gym and competing in various sporting/fitness events.
  • How do you define success?
    Setting and achieving hard goals that align with your long-term goals.
  • What are you happiest doing when you’re not working?
    Having a big family lunch on a Sunday or playing golf with mates.
  • What would be your personal motto?
    Find joy in the process for a fulling life.