The trio join as banking directors to serve the banking needs of clients across the North and Midlands.

Williamson brings almost 25 years of experience in business and corporate banking from senior roles at RBS, NatWest and Handelsbanken.

Most recently, she was corporate manager for customers at Handelsbanken’s Warrington branch.

Joining with a background in personal and corporate banking, Noke has held senior positions at HSBC, Allied Irish Bank and Handelsbanken.

Lattin takes on the new role after working at Handelsbanken for 18 years in both private and corporate banking roles where she built client relationship with individuals and corporate customers.

She has also spend 20 years with HSBC in various roles including financial planning and premier banking services.

Leading the expansion in the region is Haydn Aird, who was appointed as head of banking, North and Midlands last year when the bank opened an office in Manchester.

Commenting on the appointments, Aird says: “We are pleased to introduce Liz, Ian and Claire as we step up our activity to welcome and serve new clients across the North and Midlands.”

“At this stage of our development in the north, we really wanted a best-in-class team of banking professionals – a team that is well versed in dealing with the needs of discerning people, their families and their associated businesses.”

“That is exactly what we now have with Liz, Ian and Claire who bring a deep understanding of personal and commercial banking that will be of significant benefit to clients in the region.”