Office address: Level 41/25 Martin Pl, Sydney NSW 2000
Website: www.scotpac.com.au/
Year established: 1988
Company type: financial services
Employees: 280+
Expertise: working capital solutions, business financing, debt consolidation solutions, contract funding, non-bank business lender, equipment, asset, and vehicle purchasing, fund expansion
Parent company: Affinity Equity Partners
CEO and key people: Jon Sutton (CEO), David Rose (CFO), Craig Michie (Group Executive, Client Acquisition), Julia Mayne (Group Executive, Client Relationships), Wade Doblo (Group Executive, Business Lending), Ben Cutler (Chief Customer and Marketing Officer)
Financing status: private equity-backed
Scottish Pacific is a financial solutions company that offers a suite of services designed to fund the growth of small and midsize enterprises. It provides tailored finance options, ranging from asset finance to business lending solutions, and more. ScotPac has given Australian SMEs more than $1 billion in loans.
Scottish Pacific was founded in 1988 and serves clients from bases in Melbourne, Adelaide, Auckland, Sydney, Brisbane, Perth, and China. With over 35 years in finance, ScotPac grew to fund $27.3 billion in invoices annually. The company now assists over 8,000 businesses and has more than 280 employees.
Scottish Pacific's product suite is diverse, catering to various financial needs of businesses. Some of their products and services cover:
Scottish Pacific employees enjoy an environment that supports flexible working arrangements, promoting healthy work-life balance and passion pursuit. The company offers a comprehensive wellness program, inclusive of a yearly health allowance, and emphasises a culture of collaboration and inclusivity. Key benefits include:
ScotPac supports its local community and a variety of charities and fundraising activities. Testimonials from clients highlight the company's focus on responsive service, professional conduct, and a supportive approach to business challenges.
Jon Sutton is Scottish Pacific’s CEO and has extensive expertise in financial services and extensive board experience. Sutton has nearly 30 years of experience, holding senior roles such as CEO and managing director at Bank of Queensland and Bankwest.
Sutton's leadership is supported by a team of key individuals who bring diverse skills and expertise to the company:
Scottish Pacific focus on innovative financial solutions and customer-centric service support the financial success of SMEs across Australia. ScotPac's commitment to fostering long-term relationships with clients and partners positions the company for sustained growth and influence.
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