Santander Growth Capital
Venture debtLondon · Series B–Growth · 2 people tracked
Investment thesis
Santander Growth Capital offers debt-based growth funding to high-growth UK SMEs that have moved beyond the start-up stage, targeting businesses with annual turnover up to £50 million and ideally a three-year trading history. It backs companies showing growth in sales, profits and headcount with a strong management team and sustainable cash generation. Loans typically range from £0.5 million to £5 million, repaid over two to five years, and can sit alongside senior debt. Funds support capital expenditure, new technology, hiring, overseas expansion, marketing and R&D. The firm has committed £200 million to support such businesses, offering a faster, less dilutive alternative to equity finance.
Source: firm website, verified Aug 3, 2026.
Team · 2 people
from the firm's websiteFrequently asked questions
- What stage does Santander Growth Capital invest at?
- Santander Growth Capital invests at the Series B, Series C, Growth stages.
- What is Santander Growth Capital's typical check size?
- Santander Growth Capital typically writes checks of $630K – $6.3M.
- What sectors does Santander Growth Capital focus on?
- Santander Growth Capital focuses on Sector Agnostic.
- Where is Santander Growth Capital located?
- Santander Growth Capital is headquartered in London, GB.
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