C. Hoare & Co., the UK's oldest privately owned bank, today announces the appointment of Andrew Leach as a relationship manager for the North West of England.

The appointment forms part of the bank's broader strategy to bolster its UK regional presence and further expand its strong presence in the North West, with a particular focus on entrepreneurs and family-owned businesses.

In his new role, Andrew will work closely with Simon King, who joined the bank in 2021 as a senior relationship manager.

Andrew joins from NatWest, where he was a senior relationship manager for the West Midlands. He previously worked in private banking at Coutts, and brings a strong blend of experience working with both business owners and high net worth customers.

Commenting on the appointment, Rennie Hoare said:

"In the North West, we have developed strong customer relationships with the region's dynamic entrepreneurs and family businesses. This has been enhanced by twinning the longstanding expertise of the bank with highly skilled local presence. Andrew will help up us extend this important work. With his appointment, and Simon's established expertise, we continue to deepen our service for customers."