Corporate Relationship Manager

At Metro Bank, we believe the best banking experience starts with people who genuinely care. We’re not just delivering banking services - we’re building trust through authentic connections. Here, our people come first; our colleagues are part of a team that values individuality, collaboration, and long-standing relationships. We are also all about balance so most of our jobs offer the opportunity for hybrid working built around your role and home life, wherever possible.

• You will support a portfolio of Corporate Banking customers, building strong relationships and delivering an AMAZEING customer experience whilst helping customers achieve their growth ambitions.
• You will work closely with Corporate Banking Directors and Corporate Banking Managers to manage complex corporate relationships, ensuring customer, risk and commercial objectives are achieved.
• You will gather, assess and interpret financial information, including financial statements, management accounts, profit and loss statements and cash flow information to support relationship management and lending activities.
• You will evaluate lending opportunities, prepare credit proposals and undertake robust financial analysis to support quality lending decisions for Corporate Banking customers.
• You will support the ongoing management of customer facilities, including annual reviews, covenant testing, conditions subsequent and customer due diligence requirements.
• You will work closely with Credit, Lending & Securities, Lending Operations, Financial Crime Risk & Controls and Regional Banking teams to deliver the best outcomes for customers.
• You will develop and maintain influential relationships with customers, intermediaries and professional contacts, helping to strengthen Metro Bank's presence and reputation in the market.
• You will identify opportunities to deepen customer relationships and support the growth of the Corporate Banking portfolio.
• You will act with integrity at all times, championing Metro Bank's values and setting the standard when working with customers, intermediaries and colleagues.
• You will manage all aspects of risk within your role, including Credit, Operational, Regulatory and Financial Crime risk.
• And... we are a bank so risk is a part of everything we do. We love people who take responsibility, do the right thing for customers, colleagues and Metro Bank and have the courage to call out any concerns.

• A minimum of three years’ experience within Commercial or Corporate Banking, preferably in a role with similar responsibilities.
• Outstanding relationship management skills, with experience of building credibility and developing relationships with customers, colleagues and stakeholders at different levels.
• Excellent credit underwriting skills, with a track record of understanding large SMEs and Mid-Corporate customers.
• Experience of credit writing, financial analysis and report writing, with the ability to interpret financial statements, management accounts, profit and loss statements and cash flow information.
• An in-depth understanding of the commercial lending process, from start to completion, and the ongoing management of customer facilities.
• Strong knowledge of Financial Crime and Anti-Money Laundering requirements, as well as Treating Customers Fairly and conduct expectations.
• Strong operational and credit risk awareness, with the ability to make decisions based on insight and knowledge.
• Good knowledge of different industries and sectors, including how they perform financially and structurally.
• Excellent communication, teamwork and organisational skills, with the ability to manage multiple responsibilities and prioritise effectively in a fast-paced environment.
• A passion for delivering…