For 15 years, our mission to back small businesses has been fuelled by a team of dedicated Circlers who believe that the success of SMEs is vital to a thriving economy.
We have evolved from a fintech pioneer into a comprehensive multi-product platform, powered by a shared conviction to deliver the support our customers need to win. Today, our culture is stronger than ever, achieving record-breaking engagement as we transform into an AI-native business.
Meet the leadership
Our team consists of a talented group of Circlers who have a strong alignment with our mission and share the same drive and passion as our customers. We combine high-growth ambition with the disciplined governance of a public company; we are “made to do more”.
Our values
Obsess over the customer
Start with the customer: work hard to serve them, create great experiences and build a trusting partnership.
Think smart
Find a better way: challenge assumptions, seek insights and make informed decisions.
Make it happen
Take small steps fast and deliver: be ambitious, take accountability and see it through with grit.
Be open
Build trust through transparency and integrity: be honest, seek feedback and communicate clearly.
Stand together
We win and lose as one team: celebrate diversity, listen actively and support each other.
Live the adventure
Champion our culture: show curiosity, embrace change and bring your passion every day.
Importance of culture and engagement
We believe that when Circlers feel they truly belong, they do their best work. To ensure every team member is invested in our long-term success, all permanent Circlers hold options or shares in the business, aligning our personal growth with Funding Circle’s mission.
Our Circler-led groups
Our Circler groups are the driving force behind our unique culture, ensuring every Circler feels seen and supported.
Diversity, equity and inclusion
Diversity and inclusion are core to our culture. We believe diverse teams are more innovative, make better decisions, and better represent our customers.
Our people (“Circlers”) are central to all that we do at Funding Circle. The exceptional experience we aim to deliver to our customers is the product of the smart, talented, hardworking and diverse group of Circlers we have working here. We recognise the power and value in building a diverse team, where people's skills and personalities complement each other and reflect the customers we are here to help. Different perspectives lead to better outcomes and we see the positive impact of this in our teams every day.
As we evolve our business strategy, we have come a long way and made big strides under our strategic people core foundation, “High Performing Teams Executing Brilliantly”. We have continued to nurture a strong, diverse and unique culture underpinned by our values. We remain fully committed to our hybrid model, balancing flexibility with in-person collaboration to enable our teams to collaborate, be productive and develop at Funding Circle.
Funding Circle is proud of the inclusive culture it has built and is committed to being the best FinTech company to work for in the world.
HM Treasury Women in Finance Charter
At Funding Circle, we believe that building a truly incredible place to work requires an inclusive and diverse culture where Circlers of all backgrounds feel empowered to succeed. As proud signatories of the HM Treasury Women in Finance Charter, we are committed to moving the needle for gender balance across the financial services industry. This pledge is more than just a formal agreement; it is a commitment to setting internal targets for senior management, appointing executive accountability for gender diversity, and reporting on our progress with complete transparency. By nurturing talent and ensuring that every individual has the opportunity to contribute their ideas, we are not only fulfilling a charter - we are building a stronger, more representative business for our customers and our community.
