Hampden Bank has moved its Edinburgh headquarters to a newly developed office at 20 and 21 Charlotte Square and rebranded from Hampden & Co to Hampden Bank.
The move has marked a significant milestone for the UK private bank, which has experienced steady growth since its launch in 2015.
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Previously based at 9 Charlotte Square, the bank’s expansion prompted the relocation to a larger, modernised space within the city’s financial district.
CEO Tracey Davidson stated: “Our growth over the last 10 years has led to a need for larger offices. The move across Edinburgh’s Charlotte Square to beautifully renovated buildings provides collaborative and communal spaces for col-leagues and room for further growth. We will also relocate our London office later in the year. Both new offices have spectacular entertainment spaces and we look for-ward to welcoming our many clients, shareholders, and professional partners.”
The Charlotte Square Collection, the developer behind the office, describes it as “a pinnacle of contemporary design in a heritage setting.”
Moreover, the space features open-plan floors, original stair cores, and an auditorium designed for hosting events.
Alongside the relocation, Hampden Bank has simplified its name as part of a refreshed brand identity. Davidson added: “The update to our name reflects our identity and vision for the Bank and more clearly communicates our unwavering focus on banking with the highest standards of ser-vice.”
The bank is expected to report continued growth in its 2024 annual results next month as it approaches its 10-year anniversary in June.
Furthermore, Liechtenstein-based VP Bank Group has reported a net profit of SFr18.5m ($20.9m) in 2024, down 58.2% from SFr44.2m ($50.07m) in the previous year.
Excluding SFr11.2m ($12.6m) in restructuring and one-off costs, the bank’s net income was 37.3% lower than in 2023.
