Meet the team
Our experienced Private Banking Managers partner with our clients to understand their entire range of financial requirements to deliver a tailored service.
Ian Russell
Head of Private Banking
“We’re the largest Private Banking team based in Northern Ireland and the largest bank for business. As an expert in banking, your Private Banking Manager will simplify your money management and where required will connect you to the appropriate skills, insights and specialist teams from across the Bank and beyond.”
Ian Russell, Head of Private Banking
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With 22 years experience in a range of roles across the bank, Ian is a career banker, progressing from cashier to his current role as Head of Private Banking. Traversing various roles and departments across the bank means that Ian has a strong sense of how to deliver results for clients and colleagues.
He has recently held senior management positions in branch banking, operations and homebuying and completed his MBA from University of Ulster in 2023.
Chris Marshall
Senior Private Banking Manager
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A trusted adviser for high-net-worth families - and a renowned team player, down to his mini-rugby boots…
A senior member of the Private Banking Leadership Team, Chris has over 30 years’ banking experience since joining the Bank in the early 1990s. In addition to spending 3 years offshore in the Isle of Man, Chris has held many senior roles in Financial Planning, Investment Management and Private Banking. He is certified in Private Client Investment Advice and Management by the Chartered Institute for Securities & Investment and believes that the key to building positive relationships with clients is excellent service and advice - something that makes him a highly trusted adviser to high-net-worth families across several business sectors. A former rugby player, Chris has now finally hung up his (mini) coaching boots to become an avid supporter of the game at all levels.
Keith McCullagh
Senior Private Banking Manager
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Exceeding the expectations of clients for over 30 years - while quietly maintaining an International sporting career…
Keith has over 30 years’ of top-level banking experience since joining the Bank in 1990. As a Senior Private Banking Manager, Keith pro-actively leads a team of Private Banking Managers and thoroughly enjoys the privilege of working as a trusted adviser to the Bank’s most affluent families. His banking career has always been about delivering exceptional performance, and constantly going above and beyond the expectations of the client. And that’s only to be expected from Keith - a former rugby star for Rainey Old Boys who went on to represent and captain Ireland at both the World and British Isles Bowling Championships. Maybe that’s where he gets the precision, dedication and success that he brings to his client relationships
Louise Reith
Senior Private Banking Manager
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Driven by working out detailed, tailored advice for her clients - and then working out even more in the gym…
Louise joined the Bank in 1999 and spent the first 9 years in Branch Banking. She was then appointed as a Senior Mortgage Consultant where she gained extensive lending experience over 10 years. Time spent in that role also enabled Louise to gain a wealth of experience in establishing the precise needs of her clients. Since 2018, Louise has been a Private Banking Manager, having been attracted to the role as a way to provide an even more detailed financial service and, indeed, to build lifelong relationships with existing and prospective clients in every aspect of personal banking. In her spare time, Louise likes to visit the gym and spend time with her family.
Melissa Shearer
Private Banking Manager
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Praise for her sterling work in Financial Services comes from clients, colleagues - and also from Her Majesty, Queen Elizabeth II…
Melissa joined the Bank in 1998 and has since worked across many different areas - predominantly in the branch network. She joined the Private Banking team in 2019 bringing significant experience from her time spent within branches and as an Operations Manager. Melissa is renowned for her ability to build strong relationships with customers and to help them with their financial priorities whether that be buying a home, a holiday getaway or detailing retirement options. To cap her work achievements, Melissa was awarded the British Empire Medal (BEM) for services to Financial Services in the Queen’s Honours List in 2020. Away from the job, she likes nothing more than a ramble with her family - and continually boosting her step count.
Ryan Young
Private Banking Manager
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A passion for helping clients with their financial goals - and helping his children with their sporting ones…
Ryan has an extensive knowledge of banking and lending products, gained through a variety of roles within the branch network and subsequent senior roles across both direct and intermediary mortgage channels over the past 20 years. He currently manages a select portfolio of Private Banking clients and his thorough product knowledge and accessibility allows him to provide an acclaimed level of service. He is known to build exceptional relationships with his customers in order to understand their precise needs and to help them achieve their personal financial goals. Outside of work, Ryan’s spare time is completely consumed by his young son and two young daughters. He can be found most weekends cheering them on from the side-line of a mini football or rugby field.
Gillian Cowan
Private Banking Manager
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A highly versatile adviser, confidante - and taxi driver for her sporting sons…
Gillian has over 20 years of high-level banking experience since joining the Bank in December 1998. She has enjoyed various roles within that time, including Mortgage Consultant, Executive Banking Manager, Team Leader, Branch Manager and now as a Private Banking Manager managing a portfolio of high-net-worth clients who enjoy a totally bespoke service to help them manage their everyday banking, borrowing and investment needs - from buying their first home to retirement planning. Gillian is also a busy Mum to two boys and spends many evenings and Saturdays driving them to and from football matches and cheering from the side-lines. Gillian also loves long walks in the countryside with her family and dog Bleu.
Tracy Morris
Private Banking Manager
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A thirst for everyday interaction with her clients - and a taste for some treats in the kitchen…
With over twenty years’ experience in the Bank, Tracy has undertaken multiple roles within our branch network, including Branch Manager, and was involved in a number of strategic projects before joining Private Banking in 2013. Tracy particularly loves the daily interaction with her clients, building trusted relationships and creating an environment where she can provide support and advice whilst delivering excellent customer service. A busy mum of three boys, Tracy enjoys socialising with friends and family. Hobbies include walking and home baking - although she freely admits that she is not quite at Mary Berry’s level yet.
Lindsay Scott
Private Banking Manager
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Dedicated to helping clients with their banking needs - and studying.....
Originally a native of Enniskillen, Lindsay has been in the bank for over 20 years. Having completed her degree in Wales, Lindsay joined the Bank in 2001 and spent the first 10 years in Branches in Fermanagh and South Tyrone. When Assistant Branch Manager of Fivemiletown branch, Lindsay decided to make a pivotal career change and in 2013 she moved to London to join the Private Banking Team to work with Scandinavian clients. Lindsay subsequently returned to Northern Ireland in 2015 and joined the Private Banking team in Belfast. In 2020 Lindsay accepted a secondment to our Treasury team and then in 2021 moved again to join the Risk and Operations Team before returning to Private Banking in 2023. A life-long learner, Lindsay holds the Professional Diploma in Financial Services and the Certificate in Mortgage Advice and Practice (CEMAP).
Lindsay delivers a friendly and professional service and is dedicated to helping and supporting clients with their everyday banking needs and financial goals.
At the weekend Lindsay loves to return to Enniskillen where she spends time with her family and friends.
Tracey Weir
Private Banking Manager
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Helping to maximise and extend our Private Banking services - and to play an active role in the local community…
Tracey joined the Bank in 1993 and has since worked extensively throughout our branch network in wide-ranging roles before joining the Private Banking Adviser Team in 2013. After four years, she moved to managing the Adviser Team, helping them to define and further develop our excellent service to all clients and to our Private Banking Managers. Married with one daughter at university, Tracey’s time away from the office is immersed in both the Girls’ Brigade and the Duke of Edinburgh scheme.
Siobhan McGrath
Senior Private Banking Manager
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Energetic Siobhan is known for her mantra: ‘Do a job that you love and you’ll never work a day in your life’…
Siobhan joined the Bank in 1995 after graduating from Ulster University with a BSc in Computer Science. Before moving to Private Banking in 2008, she held a number of varied roles including those of Agri Business Manager and Business Banking Manager. Looking after her customers is what Siobhan enjoys best, working closely with high-net-worth clients to help them realise their financial goals. Siobhan thrives in a busy working environment and has acquired ILM Level 5 in Leadership and Management and is an Associate member of the Chartered Institute for Securities and Investment. She is also a mum of two as well as a keen cyclist and a somewhat reluctant runner.
Ciara Mallon
Private Banking Manager
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For Ciara, delivering a professional, expert and friendly service is music to her ears…
Ciara has worked for the Bank for over 25 years. She joined the Private Banking Team in 2010 having spent the first part of her career in roles such as Executive Banking Manager, Regulated Mortgage Consultant, Branch Manager and Personal Banker. Ciara enjoys getting to know her clients thoroughly to build strong relationships and to ensure that she understands and meets their financial goals perfectly. She delivers a professional, accessible and friendly service across everything from everyday banking needs to more complex lending requirements. Outside of work, Ciara loves spending time with her family, walking her dog, hiking in the Mournes and attending live concerts.
Allison Shilliday
Private Banking Manager
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Hugely experienced, Allison is known for building successful relationships with her clients - and letting her creative side shine through as well…
Allison has worked for the Bank since 1994. As well as time spent in Branch Banking, she previously worked as a Financial Adviser and Mortgage Consultant before taking up her role in Private Banking in 2010. She is both CeMAP and CeFA qualified and is a passionate believer in spending time getting to know her Private Banking clients in order to understand their financial needs and ambitions and to help them with their all-important financial decisions. Outside of work, Allison enjoys visiting the gym, taking walks with her dog and also spending time dabbling in the creative arts.
Olivia Brooks
Private Banking Manager
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Understanding client goals and shaping bespoke strategies for success - with a little weekend break thrown in occasionally…
With over 25 years’ experience in banking, Olivia has specialised in Private Client relationship management for the past 15 years both as an Executive Banking Manager and Private Banking Manager. Olivia has a BSc degree in Banking & Finance from Ulster University and this, together with her professional qualifications in Financial Planning (CIP) and Mortgages (CeMAP), enables her to provide clients with bespoke solutions to their financial goals. Away from work, Olivia keeps busy with her three sons who are all active in football, rugby, hockey, basketball and judo. With precious little time for herself she does however try to escape on city breaks and also enjoys walking and reading.
“We make sure your every day banking transactions are delivered seamlessly, so your Private Banking Manager can focus on delivering added value for you.”
Rebecca Ross
Private Adviser Team Manager
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An advocate for Danske Bank - Practice what you Preach…
Rebecca joined the bank in 2017 and has developed her banking experience in Branches and managing customer complaints in our Customer Resolution Team. Prior to taking up her role in Private Banking, Rebecca provided executive support to the Managing Director of Personal Banking.
Rebecca is passionate about delivering excellent customer service through her role as Manager of the Private Banking Support Team which includes relationship management of her own portfolio.
With a genuine customer first attitude, Rebecca strives to make everyday banking easy and accessible for Private Banking Clients.
Outside work a love for horses and travelling to warmer climates with family helps balance a hectic home & work life.
Gail Crawford
Private Banking Adviser
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A rich array of experience - and a passion for friends, family and fitness…
Gail began her banking career with the Bank in 2007, where she worked across the Branch Network. Having gained extensive experience in retail banking, Gail then joined the Private Banking Team in August 2019. Given her rich array of experience, Gail provides valued support to the Private Banking Managers and is committed to delivering exceptional customer experience to Private Banking clients. In her spare time, she enjoys boxercise classes, is a keen walker and loves spending time with her family and friends.
Jason Chartres
Private Banking Adviser
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Jason has over 20 years banking experience shared between National Irish Bank, Northern Bank and Danske Bank.
After a period in Monaghan, Jason worked for over 10 years in Branches in Fermanagh & Tyrone. After his marriage, he moved to Co. Antrim in 2016 and worked in Carrickfergus, Larne, Abbeycentre and Mallusk. After a period in Cash Services and a return to Abbeycentre, Jason joined the Private Team in 2022. Jason is renowned for his exceptional client service and his valuable support to the Private Banking Managers & our Private Banking Clients.
Now a family man, Jason’s spare time is consumed by his 2 young children and his passion for football for the team that plays in Black & White in the north east of England.
Amanda Baker
Private Banking Adviser
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Widely experienced, Amanda is both highly customer-focused - and a hugely supportive team player…
Amanda has over 25 years financial services experience since starting with the Bank in 1994. Since then she has worked extensively in our Customer Service Centre and across our branch banking network. In 2020, Amanda joined the Private Banking team and currently supports client needs and Private Banking Managers within the Advisory Team, which gives valued support to the team and exceptional service to clients. In her spare time, Amanda enjoys walking and socialising with friends and family.
Barbara McNally
Private Banking Adviser
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More than 20 years’ banking experience - and now enjoying a new role in our team…
Barbara is the newest member of the Private Advisory Team having started in 2021. She joined the Bank in 1998 and has worked in a number of roles in Branch Banking since then, gaining huge experience and a passion for exceptional client service. Barbara provides support to both our Private Banking Managers and clients in all aspects of their banking needs. Outside of work, Barbara is kept busy supporting her husband and young family in their many varied interests, not least their collective love of their local football team in Larne.
To become a Danske Private Banking client…
- You must be over 18 with single income of at least £75,000 or a joint income of at least £100,000
- You will need to hold a Danske Bank current account
- You will pay a £10 monthly service charge
If you’re new to Danske you’ll need to be resident in Northern Ireland; or if you’re already a customer of ours you’ll need to live in the United Kingdom.
If your spouse or civil partner is already a Danske Private Banking client, and you also hold a Danske Bank personal current account, you will benefit of the service through them free of charge.
Interested in becoming a Private Banking Client:
Want to get in touch:
Speak to your local Private Banking Manager or our advisory team on 0345 266 8844.
Lines are open between 9am and 5pm Monday to Friday, except for bank holidays or other holidays in Northern Ireland when the bank is not open for business.
