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Job Title: Lending Director

Location: Home-based with occasional travel to London Head Office

Salary: Competitive, based on experience

Hours: Monday to Friday 9.00am - 5.30pm

Benefits:

Competitive salary and bonus structure
Pension contributions
Generous holiday allowance
Private medical cover
Life assurance
Professional development opportunities
Flexible working arrangementsAbout the position of Lending Director:

Our client, a specialist lender, is expanding its Development Finance division and seeking a Lending Director. This role involves originating, underwriting, and managing a portfolio of property development loans. The ideal candidate will possess strong expertise in residential and commercial property lending and have an established network within the sector.

Responsibilities required for the role of Lending Director:

Originate a portfolio of high-quality property development loans, ensuring alignment with strategic goals and financial targets.
Manage the entire lifecycle of deals, from initial inquiries and proposals to loan drawdown and ongoing monitoring, supported by the Case Management team.
Take primary responsibility for a portfolio of customer relationships, ensuring loans are conducted in line with expectations through to full repayment.
Enhance the lender's profile within the residential and property industry through proactive marketing, intelligent deal structuring, and exceptional customer service.
Drive lending volume and profitability, meeting and exceeding strategic objectives.
Critically review internal processes to ensure they remain efficient, effective, and robust.
Develop and maintain a database of potential customers.Experience and skills required for the role of Lending Director:

Proven track record in residential and commercial property lending.
Extensive network within the UK commercial property sector, including borrowers, lawyers, valuers, and other intermediaries.
In-depth knowledge of property development and a passion for the industry.
Strong understanding of market trends and the ability to create innovative funding solutions.
Excellent literacy and report-writing skills.
High-level analytical skills with strong attention to detail.
Ability to communicate clearly and persuasively at all levels.
Demonstrated ability to work independently and manage the end-to-end deal lifecycle.
Experience originating business through direct and broker channels.For more information about the role of Lending Director please get in touch with us.

Stellar Select is acting as an employment agency and is a corporate member of the REC.

Due to the high volume of applications, we will only contact you if your application has been successful. We aim to respond to successful candidates within two business days