Jim Sparling

Head of Mid Cap Business, Commercial Banking, Lloyds Bank

Jim joined Lloyds Bank in 2012 and currently heads up strategy for all mid cap business. He works alongside coverage, product and delivery teams to drive growth and deepen relationships with businesses in the £100-750 million turnover range. This involves working with other leadership teams to optimise sales strategies and ensure clients benefit from all of areas of the Commercial Banking network.

With a corporate banking career that spans more than three decades, Jim brings a wealth of experience to his role. Prior to joining Lloyds Bank, he held several senior positions at Barclays, including Regional Head of Mid-Markets Credit and Head of Leeds Corporate Banking Team. Before his time at Barclays, Jim covered various relationship management roles with NatWest.

Jim is an Associate of the Chartered Institute of Bankers (ACIB).