Mark Ayres
About Mark Ayres
Mark Ayres is the Head of Wealth Management for UK Wealth Propositions at HSBC, a position he has held since 2019. He has extensive experience in the financial services sector, having worked in various roles at HSBC and Banco Santander over the past two decades.
Current Role at HSBC
Mark Ayres serves as the Head of Wealth Management for UK Wealth Propositions at HSBC, a position he has held since 2019. He operates from Birmingham, United Kingdom, where he oversees the development and implementation of wealth management strategies tailored to the UK market. His role involves managing a team and ensuring the delivery of high-quality financial services to clients.
Previous Experience at HSBC
Mark Ayres has held multiple positions at HSBC, contributing to his extensive experience in wealth management. He worked as the Area Premier Relationship Manager from 2013 to 2016, and as the Head of Core Services for UK Wealth Propositions from 2018 to 2019. Additionally, he served as a Senior Wealth Propositions Manager for a brief period in 2017 and as a Wealth Transformation Subject Matter Expert from 2016 to 2017. His roles have focused on enhancing client relationships and improving service delivery.
Experience at Other Financial Institutions
Before his tenure at HSBC, Mark Ayres worked at Banco Santander as a Client Relationship Manager from 2005 to 2010. He also gained experience at Lloyds Banking Group as a Financial Advisor from 2002 to 2005. His diverse background in various financial institutions has equipped him with a broad understanding of client needs and financial products.
Education and Professional Development
Mark Ayres has a strong educational background in financial services. He studied at the Chartered Insurance Institute, focusing on Financial Planning and Services from 2000 to 2007. He also attended Cranfield School of Management, where he earned a Master of Science in Retail & Digital Banking from 2019 to 2022. His foundational education includes studies at Newbury College and Shaw House, providing him with a comprehensive knowledge base in finance.