Team Tuesday: Meet our Lending Director - Niall Hurson

Where did you begin your career?

“ I started my career in Finance with Anglo Irish Bank. While it no longer exists, it was a huge learning experience for me.

I dealt with senior stakeholders and decision makers, all in a very fast paced environment at an early stage in my career, on all types of property deals.”

What is the best career advice you’ve ever been given?

“Get out and meet as many people as you can early in your career.

Build trust & credibility.

I’ve known many of my clients and introducers for many years. If you can’t do something for someone, do your best to direct them to someone who can.”

What tips would you give to someone starting in your profession?

“It’s easy to lend money, it’s harder to get it back.

Be prepared, and always make sure you present your self in the best light you can, whether that’s in a meeting, written or oral presentations - but if you don’t know the answer don’t spoof (at least not too much), you’ll be caught out!! ”

What is your greatest professional achievement to date?

“Managing three of the largest single property asset sales for Ulster Bank as part of their de-leverage post the global financial crisis.”

Tell us something people may not know about you

“My first job was in a completely different industry working in Telecoms with Ericsson in Ireland, Norway and Columbia before changing path and moving into finance.”