In a significant move to bolster its support for the UK's innovation sector, high street bank NatWest has announced a major new appointment for all its customers.
Strategic Appointment to Drive Growth
The bank has confirmed that Andrew Hunter is joining as its new Managing Director of Venture Capital Coverage. This strategic hire forms a key part of the expansion of NatWest's fast-growing Venture Banking division.
Hunter will operate within the team spearheaded by Jenny Edwards, who was appointed as Head of Venture Banking earlier this year. Under her leadership, the team is focused on delivering tailored financial solutions and strategic expertise to the UK's most ambitious venture-backed scaleup companies.
A Proven Track Record in Innovation Banking
Andrew Hunter brings a wealth of relevant experience to his new role at NatWest. His impressive career history includes a position as Managing Director of Investor Coverage at HSBC Innovation Banking, where he managed relationships with leading venture and growth investors across the UK and Europe.
Prior to that, he gained extensive experience at SVB in London, working across its Corporate Banking, Funds Banking, and Venture and Growth Banking teams. Hunter began his financial career at Lloyds Banking Group, focusing on mid-market corporates.
Building a Market-Leading Proposition
Commenting on the appointment, Jenny Edwards stated: "We're thrilled to welcome Andrew Hunter to NatWest as Managing Director of Venture Capital Coverage. Andrew joins us at an exciting moment of growth, as we continue to invest in and expand our Venture Banking team."
She emphasised that his deep connections and passion for supporting founders and investors align perfectly with the bank's ambition to build a market-leading proposition for the UK innovation economy.
Andrew Hunter also expressed his enthusiasm, saying: "I'm absolutely delighted to have joined NatWest Venture Banking. The innovation economy is a powerful engine of growth for the UK, and I've been hugely impressed by NatWest's deep commitment to supporting ambitious companies."
He highlighted the incredible opportunity ahead to continue this strategic focus, confirming his excitement to help drive it forward for the benefit of the bank's clients. This appointment, confirmed on 26th November 2025, marks another decisive step in NatWest's investment in the UK's future business leaders.
