Portfolio Manager (Bridging & Development Finance)

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This range is provided by NRG Resourcing. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.Ready to take ownership of a diverse loan book and play a pivotal role in one of the UK’s fastest-growing specialist lenders?This is a stand-out opportunity for an experienced

Portfolio Manager in Bridging and Development Finance

to join a dynamic lender in London. You’ll manage high-value loans, oversee site visits, mentor junior colleagues, and work side by side with senior decision-makers, directly influencing how the business scales.About the Company

Our client is a

specialist lender in bridging and development finance , funding residential and commercial property projects nationwide. Backed by a

well-capitalised family office with direct property development expertise , they combine financial strength with entrepreneurial ambition.With originations already

doubling in 2025

and plans to further expand funding lines and headcount, this is a business offering

exceptional career progression

and the chance to

earn a highly rewarding income in a scaling environment .The Role – Portfolio Manager (Bridging and Development Finance)In this hands-on role, you’ll take full ownership of a

bridging and development loan book , combining portfolio management with site involvement and team mentorship. This is not just managing numbers behind a desk—you’ll be actively involved in projects, problem-solving cases, and helping shape the lender’s future operations.Key Responsibilities

Manage a portfolio of

bridging and development loans

end-to-end, including drawdowns, redemptions, and borrower relationships.Conduct

regular site visits

(1–2 per week), liaising directly with developers, surveyors, and contractors.Apply

property and development knowledge

to reduce reliance on monitoring surveyors.Handle

impaired or stressed cases , enforcing personal guarantees when required.Drive

process improvements

and support new loan management systems.Mentor and support junior Portfolio Managers, building a strong and knowledgeable team.Skills and Experience

Proven track record managing a

loan book in Development Finance and/or Bridging Finance .Background in

surveying, construction, or site management

is advantageous.Confident in managing

developer and contractor relationships .Strong process focus, with the ability to

implement scalable improvements .Ambitious, driven, and ready to step into a

future leadership role .Prior

team management experience

desirable but not essential.Holidays:

25 days per yearLocation:

London office-based with flexibility for site visitsWhy Apply?

Take ownership

of your portfolio and influence how the business evolves.Exposure to

unique, high-profile property development projects .Work closely with

directors and senior management , shaping strategy and processes.Genuine

career progression

into leadership and partnership potential.Join a performance-driven culture with

significant earning potential .If you’re an experienced Portfolio Manager in Bridging and Development Finance and want a role where you’ll be more than just a number, this is your chance. Apply now.Seniority level

Mid-Senior levelEmployment type

Full-timeJob function

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