We are seeking two Managers to join our Lending team in London. These are newly created roles during an exciting time for our business.
Within this role, you will be part of our multi-disciplinary team, supporting the continued growth of our activities across the property finance and construction sector. The successful candidate will possess the experience and gravitas to take a substantial role in transaction management while effectively assisting in managing a range of internal and external stakeholder relationships. The individual will work closely with experienced Directors and Managing Directors who are ultimately responsible for origination and borrower relationships.
Manage the entire deal lifecycle with appropriate oversight from Directors and Managing Directors, from initial underwriting, credit approval through to transaction closing, portfolio management and final repayment
Assist Directors and Managing Directors with pipeline origination management, initial deal screening and underwriting including early-stage due diligence, preparation of detailed financial models, term sheets and deal steering memos
Conduct detailed sponsor, market, and asset-level due diligence, and take a substantial role in the preparation of robust quantitative and qualitative credit memos for both new and existing transactions
Lead the post credit approval transaction legal execution process, managing multiple internal and external stakeholders toward strict completion timeframes (including lawyers, valuers, project monitors, insurance advisors)
Oversee portfolio asset management and reporting, working closely with internal teams (including Risk & Portfolio Management, Finance, and Legal), and acting as the primary interface with borrowers and external advisers
Work with other Managers and Senior Managers to coordinate tasks and delegate appropriate responsibilities to Associates
Perform other duties as required across the team