Tom Ackroyd
About Tom Ackroyd
Tom Ackroyd is the Director of Debt Finance at HSBC, where he has worked since 2018. He has extensive experience in corporate finance, having held various roles at HSBC since 2008, including positions in leveraged finance and corporate restructuring.
Current Role as Director of Debt Finance
Tom Ackroyd currently serves as Director of Debt Finance at HSBC, a position he has held since 2018. In this role, he operates across North of England, Scotland, and Northern Ireland. His responsibilities include overseeing debt financing solutions and managing relationships with clients to facilitate their financial needs.
Previous Experience at HSBC
Tom Ackroyd has held several positions at HSBC, contributing to various aspects of corporate finance. He worked as a Corporate Restructuring and Lending Services professional from 2009 to 2011 in North of England. Following this, he served as a Corporate Relationship Manager from 2011 to 2013 in Manchester. He then progressed to Associate Director of Leveraged Finance from 2013 to 2016, before taking on the role of Director of Leveraged Finance until 2018.
Educational Background in Banking and Law
Tom Ackroyd studied at The University of Sheffield, where he earned a Bachelor of Laws (LLB) from 2002 to 2005. He furthered his education at the IFS, achieving a BSc (Hons) in Banking Practice and Management from 2010 to 2012. Additionally, he obtained a Corporate Finance Certificate from the Chartered Institute for Securities and Investment in 2013.
Key Contributions to Debt Financing Transactions
Throughout his career, Tom Ackroyd has played a significant role in various debt financing transactions. He led the provision of senior debt facilities for a management buyout supported by NorthEdge Capital. He also facilitated a transformational acquisition for a telecoms business through follow-on finance, including senior and subordinated debt. His involvement as Joint Mandated Lead Arranger was crucial in supporting a public-to-private transaction for a major telecoms business.
Involvement in Major Financial Initiatives
Tom Ackroyd has contributed to several major financial initiatives, including providing senior debt facilities for the formation of a Life Sciences Group backed by Equistone Partners. He also played a role in a banking club that offered senior debt finance for a significant acquisition of a key competitor, showcasing his expertise in managing complex financial arrangements.