Corporate Banking
Specialist expertise and extensive experience
At FirstBank UK, we focus on understanding our clients’ businesses and priorities. We work with clients across a range of sectors, combining experience and sector insight to support informed financial decision‑making. Our corporate banking accounts and services are designed to support the needs of businesses operating in today’s commercial environment.
Corporate Banking at FirstBank UK
This page is intended for business customers seeking Corporate Banking services from FirstBank UK.
Our Purpose
This page explains the Corporate Banking services we provide at FirstBank UK and how we work with businesses to understand their needs, discuss suitable options, and support their financial goals.
How We Support Your Business
At FirstBank UK, we put our clients’ needs at the centre of every conversation. We work with businesses of different sizes and across a wide range of sectors to understand their objectives and provide appropriate solutions.
Our Corporate Banking services can help your business to:
- manage liquidity and cashflow
- support trade and investment activity
- finance growth through investment, expansion or acquisition
- navigate local and cross‑border markets, particularly in Africa
All products and services are subject to eligibility and approval. We will always discuss suitability based on your business’s specific circumstances.
Our Expertise
Our bankers combine sector experience with regional insight to help you explore options, identify opportunities and make informed financial decisions.
As a subsidiary of First Bank of Nigeria, we are part of a long‑standing banking group with an established presence across key African markets, supporting clients operating across the UK–Africa corridor and within the UK Mid-Corporates market.
This enables us to support cross-border requirements for clients who operate or invest in dynamic and fast‑growing African markets within our target jurisdictions. We also support UK Businesses with their banking and finance needs within the UK, as well as bringing our international markets expertise to support their cross-border trade requirements.
How corporate banking with FirstBank UK works
Getting started
Opening a corporate banking account with FirstBank UK typically involves an application and an onboarding process to help us understand your business and its needs.
Onboarding and documentation
As part of onboarding, we will usually request information and documentation to meet regulatory requirements, which may include:
- Details of your business activities and structure
- Identification and verification documents for directors, shareholders and authorised signatories
- Information on ownership, control and sources of funds
- Relevant constitutional or incorporation documents
Requirements may vary depending on the nature, location and complexity of your business.
Products and services
Our corporate banking products and services are designed for businesses with more complex banking needs. Availability of specific products or features may depend on your business profile and eligibility criteria.
Lending and credit facilities
Any lending or credit facilities are subject to assessment. Approvals are based on factors such as credit assessment, affordability and risk considerations.
Things to consider
- Fees and charges may apply depending on the products and services you choose
- Account opening and onboarding timescales can vary
- Terms and conditions apply to all products and services
For more detailed information, please speak to your Relationship Manager or review the relevant terms before proceeding.
Working With Your Banker
When you engage with us, your dedicated banker will:
- Take time to understand your business, sector and financial priorities
- Explain the products and services that may be suitable
- Outline any risks, considerations or requirements involved
- Provide tailored support throughout the application and onboarding process
Your banker will help you access the expertise of the wider bank where appropriate, ensuring you have clear information to support decision‑making.
Our Services
We offer a range of Corporate Banking services designed for today’s enterprises, including:
- Transaction Banking and Cash Management
- Trade Finance Solutions
- Corporate Finance
- Treasury and Liquidity Services
- Cross‑Border Payment and Settlement Solutions
Is Our Corporate Banking Service Right for You?
Our services typically support businesses that:
- Operate within the UK or across EMEA
- have international trade or investment needs
- require specialist liquidity, treasury or financing solutions
- value dedicated relationship support
If you are unsure whether our services are suitable, our team will be happy to discuss your circumstances.
NEXT STEPS
If you would like to explore how we can support your business, please contact our Corporate Banking team. We can discuss your objectives, outline available options and guide you through next steps.
Eligibility criteria apply and may vary by product. Fees and charges may apply. Please review the tariff before applying.
All lending is subject to status, affordability and credit assessment.
Terms and conditions apply.
Supporting Businesses Across Sectors and Stages of Growth
Our Corporate Banking business works with small and medium-sized enterprises and larger corporates, providing a range of banking and financing solutions to support day‑to‑day operations and long‑term growth. With specialist expertise and extensive experience across sectors, we focus on understanding each client’s business and delivering practical, tailored support.
This page provides clear information about the Corporate Banking services we offer, the types of businesses we support, and how we work with clients to identify appropriate financial solutions. Our aim is to help you understand how our services can support your business activities and objectives.
Our Corporate Banking Services
Trade & Commodity Finance
Corporate Finance
Structured Finance
UK Commercial Property Finance
Transaction Banking & Other Services
Repo & Liquidity Solutions
Contact Us
For more information on Corporate Banking, please contact our Corporate Banking Team.
FirstBank UK bankers have the knowledge and deep sector insight to help businesses like yours manage risk, improve liquidity or achieve growth targets through expansion, acquisition or investment programmes. Your banker will work with you to tailor our Corporate Banking services and products specifically to your needs.
Your banker delivers the bank’s expertise to your business – coupling the right solutions and services with tailored advice to achieve your objectives.
Whether you need us to simply facilitate your trade and investment, or to support your entire financing value chain in Europe, Africa and the Middle East, we have the product capabilities, industry sector expertise and local market knowledge to support your business. As a subsidiary of the First Bank of Nigeria – one of the oldest and most respected financial institutions in Nigeria, FirstBank UK draws upon our parent company’s local market presence and expertise in the African markets to provide your business with the specialist support you need to capitalise on the opportunities the dynamic and exciting African region offers.
Trade & Commodity Finance
Asset-Backed Lending
Structured Finance
Corporate Lending & Advise
Cash Management & Payment Solutions
Structured Finance
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UK Advantage
- We are Experts
- Knowledge and Deep sector Insight
- Professional Advice to Manage Your Risk, Improve Liquidity and Achieve Growth Targets
- Personalised Banking Services