Lending Director - Development Finance

Lending Director - Development Finance | London & South East

Drive Origination. Own Transactions. Accelerate Your Career.

We\'re working with a highly respected specialist property lender that is expanding its Development Finance team and seeking an ambitious Lending Director to help drive the next phase of growth.

This is an opportunity to join a well-capitalised lender with a strong reputation in the development finance market, offering genuine autonomy, significant earning potential, and the ability to manage transactions from origination through to redemption.

The business is investing in its growth strategy, including the expansion of its direct sales capabilities, creating additional opportunities for Lending Directors to maximise deal flow and build long-term client relationships.

The Role

This is a true end-to-end lending position with a strong focus on business origination. You will leverage your existing developer network and market contacts to source new opportunities, structure transactions, assess risk, and oversee deals throughout their lifecycle.

Working closely with Portfolio Managers and internal stakeholders, you will develop, manage, and grow a high-quality development finance portfolio while maintaining strong relationships with borrowers, brokers, and introducers.

Key Responsibilities

• Originate new development finance opportunities through your developer and introducer network.
• Structure lending facilities and assess suitability against lending criteria and risk appetite.
• Analyse development projects, borrowers, and security positions.
• Maintain ownership of transactions from initial enquiry through to redemption.
• Monitor portfolio performance and identify risks proactively.
• Conduct site visits and assess construction progress where required.
• Build long-term relationships with developers, investors, and brokers.
• Contribute to the continued growth of the lending portfolio and wider business.

Package

• Competitive Salary based one experience
• Annual discretionary bonus linked to origination and portfolio performance.
• Field Based Role – London & South East
• Fortnightly visits to the Office in North London
• Strong long-term career progression opportunities within a growing lending platform

Skills & Experience

• Proven background within Development Finance
• Strong network of developers and property professionals.
• Track record of originating and converting new business opportunities.
• Ability to structure and assess development finance transactions.
• Sound understanding of lending risk and credit fundamentals.
• Practical appreciation of construction and development projects.
• Commercially minded, relationship-driven, and highly motivated.
• Ambitious, proactive, and eager to progress.

Professionals currently working as Lending Directors, Senior Relationship Managers, Development Finance Managers, Business Development Directors, Portfolio Managers, Property Finance Managers, or Origination Specialists will be of particular interest.

Why Apply?

This is an excellent opportunity to join a growing lender at an exciting stage of its development.

You\'ll have the platform, support, and freedom to build your portfolio, strengthen your market presence, and play a meaningful role in the business\'s continued success while advancing your own career.

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