About OakNorth Bank

Since joining OakNorth in 2019, Stewart Haworth has played a key role in expanding the bank’s corporate and private equity offering outside of London. As a Director of Debt Finance in Manchester, he’s been instrumental in strengthening our regional presence and working with some of the UK’s most well-known businesses and entrepreneurs.

We caught up with Stewart to hear about his journey, what makes OakNorth different, and what he enjoys most about his role.

For ambitious UK businesses, breaking into the US market can be game-changing. With a population of over 340 million and accounting for around a quarter of global GDP in 2024, the United States represents an incredibly attractive growth opportunity — one defined by scale, innovation, and potential reach.

Since joining OakNorth in 2019 as an Associate Director, Max Saidman has rapidly progressed in his career, becoming a Director of Debt Finance and, most recently, relocating to New York to help drive our real estate lending efforts in the U.S. We caught up with him to discuss his OakNorth journey, the opportunities he’s had, and how the culture here has supported his growth.

2024 was a year of remarkable achievements here at OakNorth. From funding projects that drove innovation and sustainability to empowering businesses across diverse sectors and regions, we’ve witnessed the extraordinary impact of our lending firsthand.  As we begin 2025, we’re reflecting on the stories that defined last year—groundbreaking deals, new opportunities created, and the partnerships […]

In this Q&A, we speak with Fraser McPhail, Senior Director of Debt Finance, who has been instrumental in growing OakNorth’s presence in Scotland since joining in 2023. Alongside Matteas Law, who also joined in 2023, Fraser has been at the forefront of building our Glasgow office and establishing strong connections across the local market. Now […]

In this Q&A, we chat with Dylan Jagjivan, Associate Director of Debt Finance, who shares his journey from joining the company as an intern to playing a pivotal role in our US expansion. Dylan’s story exemplifies the growth opportunities, open communication, and unique culture here at OakNorth.  What was your first impression of us?  Dylan: […]