Relationship Manager (London or Scotland) at LendInvest

London, England, United Kingdom -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

04 Jun, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

06 Mar, 26

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Relationship Management, Procuring New Business, Client Service, Real Estate Project Funding, Nationwide Coverage, Development Finance, Commercial Bridging, Broker Management, Developer Relationship Management, Due Diligence, Lending Targets, Portfolio Management, Credit Committee Presentation, Funding Process Management, Networking, Brand Promotion

Industry

Financial Services

Description

LendInvest is the UK’s leading FinTech platform for property finance. Over the past 17 years, we have grown from just our two founders to a team of over 200 working to make property finance simple for everyone. A workplace culture built around trying new things, getting things done, and having fun while we do it has helped us lend more than £7.5 billion of mortgages, put thousands of new or improved homes into the UK housing market, and successfully launch on the London Stock Exchange. We have big plans to continue growing the business, our products, our technology, and our people. The Development Finance team was established in 2015 by the current Head of Development Finance, and during this time the team has originated deals ranging from £1m to £20m+ across England, Scotland and Wales. Since inception, the team has originated over £1bn in development finance loans, and in more recent years, over £300m in land bridging and development exit loans, ranging from £1m to £15m. All funding is backed by institutional capital, including our JV arrangement between HSBC and BBB (British Business Bank) and Barclays Bank. About your work This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced, pro-active Relationship Management professional who is capable of procuring new business opportunities, while delivering an exceptional level of service to clients in need of funding for real estate projects. This role will have nationwide coverage and aim to transact development finance projects and commercial bridging deals to both broker-introduced deals and direct clients. This role involves hands-on management of existing Real Estate Development Finance deals and relationships with both brokers and end-client developers. Our Relationship function is supported by a highly experienced team of Portfolio Managers who are responsible for maintaining loans throughout the life cycle, including drawdowns, reporting and loan exits. The successful candidate should be keen to embrace a new challenge in an environment where you can make your mark. Please note this role can be based in either London or Scotland, and we would welcome applications from those based in either location. Key Responsibilities: Develop & maintain relationships with key introducers and relevant market contacts Establish initiatives to generate both internal and external referral and enquiry pipelines Work closely with the Head of Development Finance to assess new business opportunities Act as a senior within the team, providing occasional support to more junior Relationship Managers Undertake due diligence on prospective clients, investment & project opportunities Deliver both new lending and portfolio targets Liaise with relevant internal departments (i.e. Regional BDM team, Credit, Legal, Compliance) Prepare and present proposals to credit committee and other financial stakeholders Facilitate & manage the commercial funding process Manage external resources to ensure all legal, financial & commercial requirements are met Effectively manage operational processes to ensure a smooth workflow of timely and high-quality work Attend networking events with clients, professionals and intermediaries to build your own personal brand and promote the team About you Seasoned experience within real estate development finance & commercial bridging An established network of connections with brokers, developers, investors, and other introducers is essential A clear and confident communicator at all levels (face-to-face, verbal & written) Excellent presentation skills and the ability to form personable relationships quickly A detailed approach with excellent organisational skills Benefits & perks 💰 Competitive salary + company bonus scheme 🏠 Hybrid working policy 🏖️ 25 days holiday (increasing with the length of service) 🏥 Private healthcare 🍼 Enhanced parental leave 💸 Matched pension contributions up to 4% 🏥 Critical illness cover 🧠 Employee Assistance Programme & Mental Health support 🛟 Life assurance 📈 Regular performance reviews to promote a culture of growth and development 🏆 Leadership training for managers 🤝 Give as you earn scheme for charitable donations 🎓 Support for attending conferences and professional learning & development 🤑 Discounts via Perkbox 🚲 Cycle to work scheme 🚂 Season ticket loan 🔌 Electric car loan scheme 🥳 Monthly socials & annual offsite Diversity, Inclusion & Belonging at LendInvest At LI we believe in bringing your whole selves to work, we are committed to a culture of belonging where individuals can form a genuine community. We are proud to be an equal opportunities employer and are committed to building a team that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives and skills.

Responsibilities

The role involves procuring new business opportunities and delivering exceptional service to clients needing funding for real estate projects nationwide, managing both new lending and existing portfolio relationships with brokers and developers. Key tasks include developing introducer relationships, assessing new business, undertaking due diligence, preparing credit proposals, and managing the commercial funding process.