Director, Relationship Manager - Real Estate Structured Finance

We are seeking a highly accomplished Senior Relationship Manager to spearhead our UK Real Estate initiatives in collaboration with senior leadership and Natixis Global Real Estate and Real Assets Management. In this pivotal role, you will manage our UK portfolio of real estate loans, identify and originate new investment opportunities, and secure the necessary internal approvals while ensuring rigorous compliance with regulatory standards and best practices.

This is an exceptional opportunity for a seasoned investment banking professional with extensive expertise in real estate finance. Your strategic acumen, strong analytical skills, and ability to cultivate influential relationships will be instrumental in driving our growth and enhancing our market presence. If you thrive in a fast-paced, results-oriented environment and are ready to elevate your career, we invite you to join our team and make a meaningful impact in the dynamic world of real estate investment.

• Execute the strategy for the UK Real Estate practice agreed with Global Head of Real Estate & Hospitality Finance and UK management.
• Originate and execute real estate finance transactions in line with requirements of Credit, Compliance, Legal/Tax and consistent with the UK and Natixis Global O2D strategy, namely as for the commercial viability of entering into certain transactions and the syndication and/or securitisation suitability of underwritten loans.
• During the execution phase, assure the timely and correct completion of the transactions in accordance with legal and tax counsellors' recommendations and overall business strategy of the firm.
• Be responsible for the first line of defence (1
  
  LOD).
• Represent the Bank on investor roadshows and syndication meetings, if need be.
• Represent the UK  at internal business/credit committees, if need be.
• Supervise the on-going management of real estate transactions post-closing.
• Manage and monitor the existing portfolio of real estate loans and where necessary recommend appropriate steps to protect the Bank's Interest.

• Working practice of marketing and origination.
• Commercial mortgage underwriting experience — an understanding of the risks related to commercial mortgage lending.
• Knowledge of UK real estate market and key players.
• In depth understanding of structured finance techniques and the application to real estate finance transactions.
• Knowledge and understanding of rating agency requirements and key rating agency personnel.
• Knowledge and understanding of capital markets.
• Strong communication skills both written and oral.
• Interpersonal skills and managerial aptitude.
• Self-motivated and a team player

At Natixis Corporate & Investment Banking (CIB), we are dedicated to fostering a workplace that values diversity and inclusion in every form, encompassing gender, race, religion, sexual orientation, disability, ethnicity, and background. We believe that an inclusive environment not only provides equal opportunities for our employees but also enhances our ability to deliver exceptional outcomes for our clients and the communities we serve.

We are committed to accommodating individual needs and making reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process to ensure all candidates can fully participate.