Robert Brechin is now Head of Direct Channels Sales at Northridge Finance, the Belfast-based asset finance business of Bank of Ireland UK. Robert has a wealth of experience within the banking industry, including corporate, commercial and asset finance. Robert joined the business last May from Santander’s corporate banking team, where he led the development of the business and brand in the North of Scotland working with SMEs. He will be responsible for driving a customer focussed Direct Channels team at Northridge with a focus on the Transport, Construction and Manufacturing sectors. The direct channel offering will complement the existing Motor Intermediary channel which forms the main part of the business.
Ian Beattie has joined Northridge Finance, the Belfast-based asset finance business of Bank of Ireland UK, as a Business Development Manager. He brings to the role 27 years’ experience within the industry, of which 25 was with Clydesdale & Yorkshire Bank where he held senior positions within their asset finance business. Ian’s main priorities will be in business development and sales delivery.
