Nathan Barnes
About Nathan Barnes
Nathan Barnes serves as the Head of Direct Sales at Investec Capital Solutions, having transitioned to this role in 2022 after four years as an Originator in Corporate & Investment Banking. He holds a Bachelor's Degree in Sports Business Management from Buckinghamshire New University, where he studied from 2013 to 2017.
Current Role at Investec
Nathan Barnes serves as the Head of Direct Sales at Investec Capital Solutions. He has held this position since 2022 and is responsible for overseeing direct sales strategies and operations within the organization. His role involves leading a team to drive sales initiatives and enhance client engagement.
Previous Experience at Investec
Prior to his current role, Nathan Barnes worked at Investec in various capacities. He served as an Originator in Corporate & Investment Banking from 2018 to 2022, and also held the position of Originator in Investec Capital Solutions for a brief period in 2018-2019. His experience at Investec has provided him with a solid foundation in investment banking and capital solutions.
Educational Background
Nathan Barnes studied Sports Business Management at Buckinghamshire New University, where he earned a Bachelor’s Degree from 2013 to 2017. He also completed his A Levels at St Peters Sixth Form College from 2011 to 2013 and obtained his GCSEs at St Peters Catholic School from 2007 to 2011. This educational background has equipped him with relevant knowledge for his career in sales and finance.
Early Career Experience
Nathan Barnes began his career with various roles that contributed to his professional development. He worked as a Shop Floor Assistant at Sainsbury's for five months in 2013 and as a Restaurant and Bar Assistant at Guildford Golf Club from 2010 to 2011. Additionally, he served as a Central Sales Executive at PlayFootball from 2017 to 2018, gaining valuable sales experience.
Internship Experience
In 2015, Nathan Barnes completed a four-month internship as a Golf Operations Intern at Beechmont Country Club in Cleveland, Ohio. This role provided him with hands-on experience in the golf industry and insights into operational management within a sports context.