Borrowing made clear. Progress made possible.
At OakbrookAdvance, we believe borrowing should be clear, fair, and designed to help you move forward.
We combine trusted experience with technology to make borrowing simple and supportive - so you can focus on what matters most.
Who are OakbrookAdvance?
OakbrookAdvance is the next step in our journey to make borrowing simpler and more transparent.
We’re part of Oakbrook Finance, a trusted UK lender with a track record of helping customers borrow responsibly and confidently.
Our goal is to make every lending experience clear and fair - through straightforward products, responsible decisioning, and tools that help people stay in control.
A note from our CEO
Our purpose is to simplify and personalise borrowing. We understand everyone’s circumstances are different, which is why we focus on ensuring we find the right solutions for your individual needs. A loan with Oakbrook is more than just a loan, it’s the start of a partnership towards improved financial wellbeing.
Jon Painter, CEO
Why we evolved
As we’ve grown, so has our vision.
The word Advance represents progress and our commitment to helping customers take positive steps toward their goals.
Today, our name reflects what our customers value most:
The reassuring strength of Oakbrook - a trusted lending partner
The forward motion of Advance - lending that helps you move confidently toward your goals
This evolution isn’t just a new name - it’s a renewed commitment to clarity, fairness, and progress for every customer.
Trusted and award-winning
Oakbrook has been recognised for making borrowing clearer and fairer, including:
- Credit Awards – Excellence in Open Banking
- Consumer Credit Awards 2024 – Digital Champion
- Commendations from Moneyfacts and MCA19
These honours reflect our ongoing mission to simplify lending and create supportive journeys that help customers make confident decisions.
OakbrookAdvance builds on that foundation - combining award-winning expertise with the clarity and fairness people value most.
Working with you
We design borrowing experiences that are easy to understand and built around your needs.
That means:
Clear explanations of rates, costs, and repayment terms
No hidden fees or confusing small print
Supportive tools that help you stay in control of your loan
Everything we do is guided by one principle: make progress possible, one clear step at a time.
