Martin Hanson
About Martin Hanson
Martin Hanson serves as the Head of Agriculture at HSBC UK, a position he has held since 2020. He specializes in supporting agricultural clients and addressing industry challenges, drawing on extensive experience in banking and management.
Work at HSBC
Martin Hanson has been serving as the Head of Agriculture at HSBC UK since 2020, based in Birmingham. In this role, he leads HSBC's Agricultural Proposition, focusing on providing support to farming clients engaged in both domestic and international trade. His responsibilities include expanding support for rural communities in the UK by increasing client intake and offering tailored financial solutions for agricultural businesses. Prior to his current position, he held several roles at HSBC, including Deputy Head of International Sales and Distribution in UK Commercial Banking, Regional Director, and Area Commercial Director.
Previous Roles at HSBC
Before becoming Head of Agriculture, Martin Hanson held multiple positions at HSBC. He served as Deputy Regional Commercial Director from 2011 to 2014 in Birmingham, and as Regional Director from 2014 to 2020 in the Midlands. Additionally, he worked as Deputy Head of International Sales and Distribution for UK Commercial Banking for 10 months in 2013-2014. His career at HSBC began with his role as Area Commercial Director in 2010, where he worked for 11 months.
Experience at Other Financial Institutions
Martin Hanson has also gained experience outside of HSBC. He worked at Barclays Bank as Area Corporate Director from 2004 to 2007 for three years. Additionally, he was employed at Banco Santander as Regional Commercial Manager in Corporate Banking for seven months in 2010. These roles contributed to his extensive background in banking and finance.
Education and Expertise
Martin Hanson studied at the Chartered Institute of Bankers, where he achieved the Associate of the Chartered Institute of Banking (ACIB) from 1987 to 1990. He also attended Sir Frederick Gough, where he studied Banking and obtained the ACIB from 1984 to 1987. His educational background supports his specialization in P&L management of large and complex business units within the agricultural sector.
Industry Focus and Challenges
In his role, Martin Hanson actively addresses industry challenges, particularly those arising post-Brexit and the transition towards carbon neutrality in the agricultural sector. His work involves understanding and responding to the evolving needs of agricultural businesses in the UK, ensuring they receive the necessary support to navigate these changes.