About Business Solutions

The Business Solutions difference

Newcastle Permanent offers a genuine alternative to the major banks for your business banking and finance needs. As a mutual building society, we're not owned by shareholders - we are owned by our members. This means we don't pay dividends and instead focus on returning benefits and value to our business customers through low lending rates and fees.

Personalised service

At Newcastle Permanent Business Solutions we deliver professional services with a personal touch.

Our Relationship Managers have a wealth of experience in financial service and commercial business management. They have been on the other side of a bank manager's desk so they understand the type of service you need and expect.

We have the largest branch network in the Hunter Region. Branches are open from 9 am to 5 pm Monday to Friday and 9 am to 12 noon on Saturdays* and all are able to provide Business Solutions services.

Convenience and choice are also key considerations for business operators - whether you would like to do your banking online, at a branch or prefer a Relationship Manager to visit you at a convenient location.

Security and trust

Newcastle Permanent is financially the strongest building society in Australia. We have a long term credit rating of BBB+ and a short term rating of A-2 from Standard & Poor's, a globally recognised credit rating agency. Newcastle Permanent has also achieved the distinction of becoming the first Australian building society to achieve an A grade deposit/issuer investment rating. The long term issuer and deposit rating of A3 was awarded by Moody's Investor Services, a leading global provider of ratings, research and analysis. 

Newcastle Permanent is a trusted and highly respected name in the financial services industry and in the communities we serve. That same level of security and trust is the basis for all of our business relationships, however large or small your operation.

The Business Solutions team

Our growing team of Relationship Managers is committed to providing you with the professional, friendly service you can always expect from Newcastle Permanent.

Simply call 13 19 87 to contact any of our team.

Andrew Bartlett

Andrew has over 20 years experience in the financial services industry in Newcastle. He has been part of the Business Solutions team since its inception and has a thorough understanding of how to package our commercial and retail products to benefit both large and small businesses.

Alan Brewer

Alan has a Graduate Certificate in Business Administration and over 25 years experience in the financial services industry. He has spent almost a decade in the Central Coast/Newcastle areas and joined the Business Solutions team in 2002.

David Coles

David has over 25 years experience in the financial services industry combined with qualifications in Business Administration and Small Business Management. He is well positioned to assist local businesses on the Central Coast with their financial needs.

Jon Harkness

Jon brings well over 20 years experience in the banking and finance industry to his role with Business Solutions. Having held a variety of positions serving both business and personal customers. Jon also holds an Advanced Diploma of Commerce.

Geoff Kelly

With over 25 years experience in the financial services industry, Geoff is an integral part of the Business Solutions team for the Mid North Coast region. Geoff has a clear understanding of the financial solutions required by local businesses. 

Robert Merlo

Robert has worked in commercial banking for over 20 years in Sydney and Brisbane and holds a Masters in Business Administration. Robert's goal is to help growing businesses around Newcastle achieve their objectives by tailoring business solutions to meet their needs.  

Adam Shearer

Adam has over 20 years experience in the banking and financial services industry and holds Diplomas in Business and Financial Planning. He works keenly with our members to achieve optimum outcomes in a timely and professional manner.

Paul Skipp

Paul is a career financier with over 20 years of banking and finance knowledge and experience. Paul has specialised in helping business owners manage their financial needs and fund their business growth through a variety of banking products.

Simon Handley

Simon has lived and worked his entire life in the Newcastle and Hunter areas. Simon has over 25 years experience in the financial services industry and is committed to assisting our members with their business and personal needs.

* Excludes The University of Newcastle and Parramatta Branch and Loan Centre.