Hargreaves Lansdown has signed a long-term lease for more than 90,000 square feet across three floors at Welcome Building in another major letting for the Bristol market this year.
The move involves the UK retail investment platform leaving its Harbourside office and relocating to the 207,000-square-foot workspace that is being delivered in a joint venture between EPISO 5, a fund managed by Tristan Capital Partners, and Trammell Crow Company.
Those behind the deal say it is the largest letting in Bristol city centre since the fourth quarter of 2019 and sees the firm remain in the city, where it has been based for more than 40 years.
It also follows a significant letting to engineering giant Rolls-Royce in the second quarter, revealed by CoStar News, as the firm signed for 88,000 square feet outside the city centre.
Last year the joint venture partners secured international law firm DAC Beachcroft for 44,196 square feet, while purpose-built student accommodation giant Unite Students will relocate its headquarters to the building in December, after taking 22,000 square feet.
Gary Logan, chief operating officer at Hargreaves Lansdown, said in a statement: "We chose Welcome Building for its excellent transport links, next-generation workspace, fantastic amenities and strong ESG credentials – something that is increasingly important for our business and clients.
"Colleagues will benefit from a workplace that has been designed with their needs, health and happiness firmly in mind, encouraging a spirit of collaboration, community and positive impact."
Toby Pentecost, senior vice president and head of UK offices at Trammell Crow Company, also said: "We’re thrilled to announce the addition of Hargreaves Lansdown to Welcome Building.
"Attracting such a high-quality British name and renowned Bristol-based business on a long-term lease is testament to the building’s exceptional credentials, from its city centre location, flexible floorplates and amenity-rich spaces, to the highest environmental and wellbeing standards."
James Brodie, managing director, at Tristan Capital Partners, added: "Welcome Building sets a new bar for sustainability and user experience not just in Bristol but UK-wide.
"It provides a well-located, high-quality, beautiful and vibrant working environment where people and businesses can truly thrive. We are excited to welcome Hargreaves Lansdown to join this growing, dynamic community."
Alder King and Knight Frank are leasing agents for Welcome Building, while Newsteer represented the tenant.