Matthew Taylor

National Manager - Motor Head of Jlr Financial Services @Heartland Bank LTD

Auckland, NZ

Purpose – National Management position focussing on negotiating and growing existing motor vehicle relationships (manufacturer and dealer) that utilise Heartland Bank for all their finance needs including fixed and floating floorplan, bailment facilities and all consumer finance lending. Responsible for JLR Financial Services, reporting through to the regional office in Singapore.Key Responsibilities:­Responsibility for approx. 350 dealers across New Zealand who utilise Heartland Bank finance ­Negotiate commercial terms with all branded partners including Kia, Jaguar Land Rover, Peugeot, Citroen, Opel, Subaru, MG, Tesla, Ducati and Mercury Marine­Member of the Heartland Bank Consumer Senior Leadership Team­Provide fortnightly and monthly finance reporting to all internal and external stakeholders­Inspire and lead a team of 10 employees including 8 Relationship Managers across NZ­Constant liaising with Dealer Principals throughout New Zealand ensuring Heartland Bank is competitive in the market­Ensure Heartland Bank policies and procedures are adhered to by the dealer networks­Oversee of the entire $1.6 billion motor book with strong focus on retention and arrears management Key Achievements:­Re-signed Jaguar Land Rover for an additional 5 years­Acquired MG and Tesla for white label financial services­Have achieved FY25 budgets in a tough economic environment

Victoria University

Bachelor of Business, Marketing and International Trade

Victoria University

International Trade and Marketing, Business

St Kevins College Toorak

Primary and Secondary Education

The Geelong College

Secondary Education