Callum Spence
About Callum Spence
Callum Spence is a Senior Business Development Manager at HSBC, specializing in Commodity and Structured Trade Finance. He has a background in finance and engineering, with previous roles at Bank of Ireland, BLME, Ulster Bank, and PwC.
Current Role at HSBC
Callum Spence currently serves as a Senior Business Development Manager at HSBC, focusing on Commodity and Structured Trade Finance. He has held this position since 2021 and has accumulated three years of experience in this role. His responsibilities include evaluating opportunities, conducting financial and company analysis, executing deals, and performing credit analysis within the commodities sector. He covers a diverse range of commodities, including metals, energy, and softs, contributing to HSBC's strategic initiatives in trade finance.
Previous Experience in Banking
Before joining HSBC, Callum Spence held various positions in the banking sector. He worked at Bank of Ireland as a Chief Sales Officer (CSO) for three months in 2013 in Lisburn. He then served as Associate Director in Structured Commodity Finance at BLME from 2018 to 2019 for six months in London. Prior to that, he was a CSO at Ulster Bank from 2011 to 2012, where he worked across multiple branches for one year. His experience spans several roles that have equipped him with a comprehensive understanding of the banking and finance industry.
Education and Qualifications
Callum Spence completed his education at Newcastle University, where he studied Mechanical Engineering and earned a Bachelor of Engineering (BEng) from 2010 to 2013. He also attended Wallace High School from 2003 to 2010. In addition to his academic qualifications, he qualified as an ACA while working at PwC, gaining valuable experience across various sectors, including banking, pharmaceuticals, and manufacturing.
Career Development at PwC
Callum Spence worked at PwC as a Senior Associate from 2013 to 2017, where he spent four years in London. During his tenure, he collaborated with a diverse range of institutions, from FTSE100 companies to owner-managed businesses. His experience at PwC involved opportunity evaluation, financial analysis, and deal execution, which laid the groundwork for his subsequent roles in the finance sector.
Experience in Structured Commodity Finance
In addition to his current role at HSBC, Callum Spence has significant experience in Structured Commodity Finance. He worked at BLME in two capacities: as Manager from 2017 to 2018 for eleven months and as Associate Director from 2018 to 2019 for six months. His expertise includes credit analysis and deal execution within the commodities sector, allowing him to navigate complex financial landscapes effectively.