Relationship Manager - Bridging

Overview

LendInvest is the UK’s leading FinTech 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 £7.5 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.About the roleLendInvest has a fantastic opportunity for a proactive and target-driven Relationship Management specialist who is capable of procuring new business opportunities while delivering an exceptional level of service to clients in need of funding for short term lending. This will focus on nationwide coverage and looking to initially transact deals up to £5m of bridging but there are further opportunities for larger transactions on a case by case basis.This role is hands-on management of short-term lending broker relationships.About your workDevelop and maintain relationships with key introducers and relevant market contactsWork closely with the team head to assess new business opportunitiesLiaise with relevant internal departments (i.e. Credit, Legal and treasury)Sourcing, establishing and nurturing relationships with brokers and direct borrowersPromote and cultivate new business and partnership opportunitiesEstablish initiatives to generate both internal and external referral and enquiry pipelinesUndertake due diligence on prospective clients, investment and project opportunitiesPrepare and present proposals to financial stakeholders, present webinars and external presentations on bridging when requiredHeavily focused on meeting targets and generating new business opportunitiesManaging your time effectively in the office and on the road between driving business new and repeat, managing your pipeline, working closely with the underwriters, and admin work (such as email enquiries, portal enquiries and calls).Ability to draft a credit paper if required on larger loan transactionsGrow our footprint and broker engagementHit personal and team targets by delivering high-quality bridging business.Maintain high service standards and strengthen our reputation in the intermediary market.Be a visible and trusted partner to brokers across the UKAbout youPrior real estate bridging and development finance experience at a similar lender would be preferable.A clear and confident communicator at all levels (face-to-face, verbal and written)Good quality presentation skills and the ability to form personable relationships quicklyAn ability to build and maintain long-term business relationshipsA detailed approach with excellent organisational skills

Benefits and perksCompetitive salary + bonus schemeHybrid working policy? 25 days holiday (increasing with the length of service)Private healthcareEnhanced parental leaveMatched pension contributions up to 4%Critical illness coverEmployee Assistance Programme and Mental Health support???? Life assuranceRegular performance reviews to promote a culture of growth and developmentLeadership training for managersGive as you earn scheme for charitable donationsSupport for attending conferences and professional learning and developmentDiscounts via PerkboxCycle to work schemeSeason ticket loanElectric car loan schemeMonthly socials and annual offsiteDiversity, Inclusion and Belonging at LendInvestAt 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 ..... full job details .....