THRINGS solicitors have bolstered their commercial law office in Swindon with a respected corporate banker.

Chris Elias, who has more than 30 years' experience leading banking and credit underwriting teams at Barclays and Natwest, has been appointed as a relationship director at the office off Drake's Way.

The appointment hopes to take advantage of the coming opportunities

Chris said: “The political and commercial arenas are currently so dynamic that change is going to be the one certainty for several years to come. When regional, national and global market places are so fluid, it is essential to have a team of professional advisors who can understand, digest and provide guidance swiftly.

John Davies, corporate partner and head of Thrings' Swindon office, added: “Thrings’ corporate team has worked alongside Chris on a number of company sales, acquisitions, restructures and structured finance deals in recent years.

"We have seen first-hand why he remains one of the most respected financial services professionals in the South West region.

“The team at Thrings is ambitious and we are looking to further cement our reputation as the region’s go-to commercial law firm."