Job Title: Business Development Manager - Commercial Real Estate (CRE)

Location: West London Salary: £65,000 - £70,000 per annum Work Arrangement: Fully Office Based Employment Type: Permanent

About the Role

A West London-based financial institution is seeking an experienced Business Development Manager - Commercial Real Estate (CRE) to join its Intermediary Services division. This role is responsible for the origination and execution of Commercial Real Estate and Commercial Retail credit proposals, alongside the management of key client and introducer relationships.

Reporting to the Chief Business Officer, the successful candidate will play a key role in driving growth through high-quality credit origination while ensuring robust risk management and regulatory compliance.

Key Responsibilities

Originate Commercial Real Estate credit proposals up to £20 million and Development Finance proposals up to £10 million

Develop, manage, and maintain strong relationships with introducers including brokers, accountants, solicitors, valuers, and other industry professionals

Undertake initial assessment and processing of CRE and Commercial Retail lending proposals, providing clear recommendations prior to submission

Present shortlisted proposals to the Credit team for underwriting and support approval processes, including Credit Committee submissions

Conduct initial reviews, assessments, and investigations to minimise credit risk in line with internal policies and procedures

Undertake site visits where required and prepare supporting assessment reports

Maintain accurate pipeline reporting, tracking proposals through all stages to ensure disbursement targets are met

Monitor market conditions, identify emerging opportunities or risk sectors, and provide strategic recommendations

Ensure all credit decisions adhere to regulatory standards, Treating Customers Fairly (TCF) principles, and Customer First standards

Design and deliver credit training to branch teams to ensure strong understanding of lending policies and practices

Support the Chief Business Officer across operational activities within the Retail Credit function

Liaise with solicitors, valuation firms, credit teams, and credit administration to ensure smooth approval, disbursement, and post-disbursement processes

Present proposals and product introductions or renewals to Risk Committee and other UK management committees

Skills & Experience Required

3-5 years' experience in underwriting or assessing credit proposals, ideally within Commercial Real Estate

Strong knowledge of the UK lending environment and regulatory framework

Existing relationship base with business introducers

Proficient in Microsoft Office applications

Proven ability to balance commercial objectives with effective risk management

Strong communication skills with the ability to clearly articulate and summarise complex credit arguments

Personal Attributes

Able to work independently and collaboratively within a team environment

Enthusiastic, proactive, and willing to take on new challenges

Highly organised with strong attention to detail

Confident decision-maker with a measured and analytical approach

Why Apply?

This is an excellent opportunity for a CRE professional to join a growing organisation in a senior origination role, offering strong earning potential, exposure to high-value transactions, and the chance to influence credit strategy within a fully office-based environment