A brickwork company is poised for significant growth and an enhanced apprenticeship scheme thanks to an eight-figure funding package from HSBC UK.

This substantial funding will not only strengthen Lee Marley Brickwork’s funds for day-to-day operations but also enable it to take on additional projects.

Additionally, the funding will be used to support staff at Lee Marley Brickwork’s apprentice training academy at South Bank Technical College. The programme, which ranked 4th in the Top 50 SME Apprenticeship Employers Rankings 2024, currently has over 100 apprentices.

Looking ahead, Lee Marley Brickwork aims to have between 30-40% of its permanent staff to be graduates of the programme. HSBC UK has provided financial training sessions to this year’s cohort of apprentices and plans to continue offering these sessions to future groups.

Lee Marley, Director at Lee Marley Brickwork, said: “We’re incredibly grateful for HSBC UK’s unwavering support. The increase in operational funds has been crucial for navigating the changing construction landscape and continuing our growth. The HSBC UK team has gone above and beyond to understand our business and provide valuable advice. We look forward to building on this partnership as we expand our presence in the construction sector.”

Liam Gover, Corporate Relationship Director at HSBC UK, added: “We are proud to support Lee Marley Brickwork, a company that has grown into an industry leader. Its commitment to investing in its staff, particularly through the expansion of the apprentice programme, has been a key driver of the business’ success. It’s fantastic to see the company grow while also creating career opportunities and having positive ripple effects on the workforce.”

Established in 1997, Lee Marley Brickwork is the UK’s largest integrated masonry and scaffold company, specialising in high-quality large-scale, high-rise developments. Operating from offices in London, Reading, and Glasgow, the company has received numerous recognitions, including the Wates Supply Chain Award for Operations and Programme Quality Management, the Princess Royal Training Award, and The Hill Group Supply Chain Award for Best Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion. In addition to its construction services, Lee Marley Group runs an apprentice training academy in partnership with London South Bank Technical College.