Owen Vizard
About Owen Vizard
Owen Vizard serves as the Director of Corporate Banking Origination UK at HSBC, bringing over 20 years of experience in corporate banking. His career includes significant roles at Lloyds Bank, Santander UK, and Hazlewoods, with a focus on the MME sector in the South West and Wales.
Current Role at HSBC
Owen Vizard serves as the Director of Corporate Banking Origination UK at HSBC, a position he has held since 2019. In this role, he focuses on the MME sector, primarily covering the South West and Wales. His responsibilities include providing origination and advisory support to relationship teams and clients on debt-led event-driven transactions, specifically for companies with turnovers ranging from £10 million to £350 million.
Previous Experience in Corporate Banking
Owen Vizard has over 20 years of experience in various corporate banking roles. Prior to his current position at HSBC, he worked at Santander UK as a Credit Partner in Corporate and Commercial Banking from 2017 to 2019. He also held multiple roles at Lloyds Bank, including Mid Markets, Strategic Finance from 2013 to 2016, and Relationship Manager from 2008 to 2010. His career began at Lloyds Bank as a Corporate Management Trainee from 2001 to 2003.
Education and Training
Owen Vizard completed his secondary education at Gordano Secondary School, where he studied from 1993 to 2000. He then attended Staffordshire University for one year in 2000 to 2001. His educational background has contributed to his extensive knowledge and expertise in corporate banking.
Expertise in Corporate Finance
Owen Vizard has developed a comprehensive and specialist knowledge of corporate banking products throughout his career. He is experienced in debt-led transactions, debt structuring, and corporate finance lead advisory. His expertise allows him to effectively support clients and relationship teams in navigating complex financial situations.
Career Progression and Roles
Owen Vizard's career in banking includes various roles that have contributed to his professional development. He worked at Lloyds Bank in several capacities, including New Business Manager in Commercial Banking from 2003 to 2006, and Mid Markets, Credit Sanctioning from 2010 to 2013. He also served as Corporate Finance - Lead Advisory at Hazlewoods for 11 months in 2016 to 2017, further enhancing his corporate finance skills.