Operations Director - Bridging & Development Finance
Hybrid - Peterborough, £110k + Bonus + Equity
We’re working with a growing specialist property lender who are looking to appoint an Operations Director to help scale their lending platform and support ambitious growth plans.
This is a senior, hands-on leadership role with real influence—sitting on credit committee, shaping lending strategy, and building out operations as the loan book continues to expand.
The Role:
• Lead underwriting & credit oversight (managing Head of Underwriting)
• Own operational infrastructure – from application through to drawdown & in-life management
• Drive improvements across process, turnaround times & customer experience
• Support sales/BDM team to deliver on origination and conversion targets
• Play a key role in lending strategy, product development & business growth
What we’re looking for:
• Senior underwriting background across bridging, development or commercial property finance (7–10+ years)
• Strong operational mindset – able to build, improve and scale processes
• Commercial, hands-on and comfortable in a growing, entrepreneurial environment
Why join?
• Backed by strong funding lines (UHNW + UK bank)
• Genuine influence at senior leadership level
• Equity participation alongside competitive base + bonus
• Collaborative, no-ego culture
If you’re looking for a role where you can genuinely shape a lender’s growth journey, this is worth a conversation.
Get in touch for more details or a confidential discussion