Aggregation Managing Director Appointment - Clive Kirkpatrick

The Nationwise Group is pleased to announce the appointment of Clive Kirkpatrick as the Managing Director of Viking Aggregation Holding Pty Ltd, which encompasses Viking Residential and Commercial Aggregation.

Clive brings over 40 years of experience in the banking and financial services sector, both in Australia and internationally. His extensive expertise encompasses strategy formulation, business management, and people leadership. Throughout his career, Clive has held various high-level executive positions and has successfully led initiatives that resulted in significant growth and market expansion.

As the Managing Director of Viking Aggregation, Clive will lead the company's mission to deliver exceptional strategies and valuable outcomes for our broking businesses in Australia and New Zealand. Under his leadership, Viking aims to establish itself as a leading player in the Residential and Commercial Aggregation market in these regions, becoming the preferred financial services provider and home for ambitious brokers.

Clive’s vast board experience includes roles as Director and Chairman at Pepper Advantage Hub (Fiji) and Orbyt Ltd, as well as Deputy Chairman of the Finance Brokers Association of Australasia. Previously, he served as General Manager of Vow Aggregation at Yellow Brick Road Group and General Manager of Mortgage Broking at St George Banking Group, where he achieved remarkable sales growth and enhanced broker satisfaction.

Gus Kininmont, CEO of Nationwise, expressed his enthusiasm regarding the new appointment: "We are thrilled to have Clive on board as our Managing Director. His deep industry knowledge and proven track record of driving financial performance and operational excellence will be invaluable as we continue to expand our services and strengthen our client relationships." Clive’s commitment to quality governance and professional standards positions Viking for continued success in the industry.

Rob Ryan, COO of Nationwise, also expressed his delight with the new appointment. Ï have known Clive for many years in the Third-Party Mortgage channel. His passion for our industry is palpable. Clive is known for his values led approach to the industry and its people, representing brokers and lenders alike in various forums and stakeholder meetings. His record of business success will ensure that Viking’s Residential and Commercial business will not only be successful but will drive the much needed disruption for brokers and lenders alike in our industry.”

Commenting on his appointment, Mr. Kirkpatrick stated, “I am enormously excited about what Viking Aggregation can bring to the market with some of the best people here to serve our brokers, an incredible tech stack that is probably one of the best I’ve seen and strong multi focused customer solution platform. I’m looking forward to being part of a growing aggregator in a growing market.”

Please join us in welcoming Clive Kirkpatrick to Viking Aggregation and the Nationwise Group.