Overview
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This is an exciting opportunity to join the established team at the Oxford Parkway branch. This role will give you exposure to a wide range of customer relationships across both private and corporate markets. We are looking for a candidate who is enthusiastic, proactive and has a passion for outstanding customer service. Flexible working will be considered where appropriate within the requirements of the overall business.
Responsibilities
* Working alongside the rest of the branch team to achieve joint goals in the branch business plan, involving Corporate and Private Banking Manager colleagues when a customer need has been identified
* Preparation of facility letters and other account documentation
* Completion of all documentary requirements for lending facilities following credit approval through to drawdown, including instructing and being the ongoing liaison point with lawyers and valuers, ensuring all conditions precedent and conditions of sanction are satisfied prior to drawdown (acting as a line of defence)
* Ongoing and annual account reviews to ensure compliance with the Bank's documentation and other requirements
* Account administration of new and existing customers including significant direct customer contact and providing excellent customer service
* Liaison with internal departments and external counterparties to ensure the highest levels of customer service and good administrative order are delivered
* Support of marketing initiatives, assisting the branch in building positive and long lasting relationships with local professionals
Ideal Candidate
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* The successful applicant will have the ability to build strong professional relationships at all levels and represent Handelsbanken effectively. There will be significant contact with customers and external professionals and effective interpersonal and communication skills (both written and verbal) are therefore essential.
* The applicant must be a strong team player, flexible, proactive and conscientious and bring a positive attitude. The successful candidate will work with integrity and discretion and be able to work effectively under pressure. The successful candidate will have full appreciation of the need to provide and be able to deliver an exceptional level of service to existing and potential customers. They will have strong attention to detail and an organised approach to work, and will be able to demonstrate their ability to work with high levels of accuracy.
* Previous experience in dealing with lending documentation/security and AML/KYC procedures for both personal and business customers/transactions would be advantageous. A high level of computer literacy (Microsoft Word and Excel) is essential. Training will be provided on additional internal IT systems.
Company Information
Handelsbanken is a relationship bank with a decentralised way of working, a strong local presence thanks to a nationwide network of branches, and a long-term approach to customer relations. Each Handelsbanken branch operates as a local business enabling it to make decisions at a local level and provide a bespoke service. The focus is on the need of the individual customer, not on the sale of specific products.
The Bank is committed to embedding equality and diversity in all activities to ensure an inclusive, welcoming and inspiring place to work that encourages everyone to apply.
Check our Handelsbanken website for further information.
What is in it for you?
* Wide range of learning and development opportunities to enable colleagues to take ownership of their own development
* Competitive salary and extensive benefits including private medical insurance, income protection and life assurance
* Market-leading pension contribution of 15% paid by the bank, investable in a wide range of funds (including ESG and Shariah funds)
Application steps
Your journey with us begins once you have submitted your application. A Handelsbanken recruiter will review your details and may arrange a phone conversation if you meet the role requirements. If there is a mutual fit, you will be invited to participate in an interview. Our Talent Acquisition team can provide support during the process if you need any adjustments or extra time to prepare.
For support, please email uk_talent@careers.handelsbanken.co.uk.
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Senioriy level
* Entry level
Employment type
* Full-time
Job function
* Finance and Sales
Industries
* Banking
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