Relationship Manager

Lend Invest is the UK’s leading Fin Tech platform for property finance. Over the past 18 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 9 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, 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 AB Car Val.

About your work

This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced, pro-active and target driven 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, including 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.

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 Managing Director, Development Finance to assess new business opportunities

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 youReal estate development finance experience at a similar lender is essential

An established network of connections with brokers, developers, investors, and other introducers is essentialA clear and confident communicator at all levels (face-to-face, verbal & written)
Excellent presentation skills and the ability to form personable relationships quicklyA detailed approach with excellent organisational skills

Benefits & perks Competitive salary + company bonus scheme Hybrid working policyð️ 25 days holiday (increasing with the length of service) Private healthcare Enhanced parental leave Matched pension contributions up to 4% Critical illness cover𧠠Employee Assistance Programme & Mental Health supportð Life assurance Regular performance reviews to promote a culture of growth and development Leadership training for managersð Give as you earn scheme for charitable donations Support for attending conferences and professional learning & developmentð Discounts via Perkboxð² Cycle to work scheme Yellow Nest Childcare Electric car loan schemeð³ Monthly socials & annual offsite

Diversity, Inclusion & Belonging at Lend Invest At  LI we believe in bringing your whole selves to work, and 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.

We are happy to discuss and implement reasonable adjustments to support candidates throughout the recruitment process.