Paul began his banking career at NatWest in 1974 and has fulfilled a variety of roles in the East Anglia region, including positions in retail, premium and commercial banking. He has an affinity with the Peterborough community, having spent six years in the NatWest Cathedral Square branch, with an additional four years as branch manager at Stamford.

Paul was promoted to director of commercial banking in 2001 for Norfolk and the Fenlands, and now takes on responsibility for Peterborough as part of internal re-alignment. He joins a team of five Relationship Managers including Mike Aikman, associate director, business development, property specialist Ray Foster and agriculture specialist Steve Fleming, all well-known figures in the local business community.

Paul Dick commented: "Being well situated in terms of commuter links and home to a lively business community, Peterborough is well poised for expansion. We are building a strong team here as part of our long term investment in the region and commitment to the local business community.

"I am delighted to be joining Ray and his very successful team and hope to use the experience I have gained over the years to help Peterborough businesses grow."