Portfolio Manager

Lend Invest is the UK’s leading Fin Tech 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 £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.

Lend Invest are looking for a Portfolio Manager to join our Development Finance team. This role is ideal for someone with experience of Development Finance who is looking to grow and develop their skills.

Reporting to the Operations Manager, you will be responsible for the management of Development Finance opportunities through due diligence to completion and then overseeing the management through to Practical Completion and eventual redemption/refinance.

• Assist all stakeholders with the application process and ensure responses are prompt, with professionals providing updates throughout the process.
• Liaise with and instruct professionals (Valuers, Quantity Surveyors and Solicitors), reviewing each respective report and presenting to Credit Underwriting.
• Proactively manage facilities through due diligence, acting as a main contact for the Borrower, Professionals and Internal Stakeholders.
• Manage a portfolio of drawn facilities, reviewing PMS progress reports, processing drawdowns and adhering to the LI policies.
• Produce Credit Amendment papers, present to Credit and oversee the completion.
• Full understanding of funding line requirements.
• Input loan details accurately in the requisite database system, keeping data accurate and in a timely manner.
• Contribute to the improvement of processes and efficiency.
• Provide support to the Development Finance team.
• Undertake site visits to enhance own understanding of the scheme and any issues which may be forthcoming.
• Build up and maintain relationships with our clients and professional teams in order to enhance own career profile.

• Experience of Development Finance at a similar lender would be preferable.
• A clear and confident communicator at all levels (face to face, verbal & written).
• Good presentation skills and the ability to form personable relationships quickly.
• Ability to build and maintain long term business relationships.
• Detailed approach and excellent organisational skills.
• Ability to manage high volume of cases and ensure key stakeholders are provided correct and precise updates.
• Ability to work well under pressure to meet strict deadlines.
• Works well within a team.
• Ability to adapt to system and process changes.

• 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
• Yellow Nest
• Electric car loan scheme
• Monthly socials & annual offsite

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.

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