For the past six months, Elliott led the business banking division of Bankwest as state manager and has been a major influence in growing the Bankwest brand and reputation across Western Australia.

He joined Bankwest in 2006 after various business banking management roles at Westpac and Bendigo Banks, in the west coast market, spanning some 15 years.

Bankwest Business Head of Business & Private Banking Mark Reid said a strong and effective leadership presence in Western Australia is essential in ensuring the success of the new strategic direction Bankwest Business recently committed to.

"Steve brings with him an impressive track record in sales and relationship management, which will significantly contribute to our strategic goals, as well as help build our commitment to customer satisfaction and first class relationship management," Reid said.