Habib Bank Zurich taps nCino to power its buy-to-let lending business

By Gloria Methri

HBZ UK, a wholly owned subsidiary of Habib Bank AG Zurich, has selected the nCino Platform to enhance its Buy-to-Let Lending business in the UK.

As a specialist lender in the SME and corporate lending space, HBZ UK’s operating model is rooted in delivering high-quality, relationship-first service. With new digital capabilities from nCino that span web, mobile, and intermediary channels, HBZ UK will streamline its processes, enhance portfolio risk management, and create new efficiencies in how it originates and manages loans.

Collectively, Habib Bank Zurich UK will deliver modern convenience and trusted experiences to its customers through nCino’s intelligent suite of solutions.

“At HBZ UK, we pride ourselves in building long-term client relationships while adopting new technologies that allow us to scale to changing market demands. This partnership with nCino aligns with our vision as we continue to expand and enhance our services,” said Satyajeet Roy, Chief Executive Officer, HBZ UK. “Our Buy-to-Let Lending business is a strategic offering, and we are pleased to provide our customers the highly personal and digitally powered experience they seek.”

“We’re proud to be working with Habib Bank Zurich UK, partnering to re-engineer key business processes for automation and efficiency,” said Joaquin de Valenzuela, Managing Director at nCino, EMEA. “By providing the technology and experience to help the bank achieve a more efficient way of working, we look forward to seeing them achieve meaningful business results and create even more personalised and convenient customer experiences.”

Habib Bank AG Zurich began operations in the UK in 1974 as a branch of a Swiss bank. In 2016, Habib Bank Zurich plc took over the operations and business of the UK Branch. Today, the bank offers its services through its branch network in London, Manchester, Leicester and Birmingham, with a total of 8 branches in the UK. The product catalogue comprises buy-to-let finance, commercial loans, working capital finance, current accounts, savings accounts, notice accounts, fixed-term deposits, and treasury services.