Chris Garman joins Startline Motor Finance

Startline Motor Finance has appointed Chris Garman as its new Regulatory Reporting and Oversight Manager, reinforcing the company’s commitment to compliance, data quality, and customer-centric operations.

In his new role, Garman will be responsible for overseeing regulatory reporting, strengthening Startline’s oversight framework, supporting the use of data-driven insights to monitor operational risk, and ensuring outcomes that benefit customers.

A graduate of the University of Stirling, Garman brings a wealth of experience to the position. His previous roles include Director of the Group Data and Analytics Office at HSBC, Vice President in Technology and Information Risk at Morgan Stanley, and Analyst for the National Intelligence Policing Model with the Association of Chief Police Officers in Scotland.

“Given the increasing focus on data-led oversight from the Financial Conduct Authority and the complex landscape of consumer credit regulation, I’ll be helping ensure that Startline maintains compliance with all relevant requirements,” said Garman. “My aim is to drive transparency, and continually improve data quality and governance, as well as being ready to readily adapt to future regulatory change to minimise disruption.”

Paul Burgess, CEO at Startline Motor Finance, welcomed the appointment: “We’re very pleased to welcome Chris to the team. With an ever-higher regulatory focus being an established part of motor finance, he will play a key role in shaping internal operations in a manner that puts the customer first, ensuring compliance and building long-term trust.”

Founded in 2013 and headquartered in Glasgow’s Skypark, Startline is a leading motor finance provider in the UK, offering flexible solutions to around half of the top 50 franchise dealers and 70% of the top 50 independent car retailers by turnover.