Are you an experienced development finance professional looking to take the next step in your career? Do you thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment where your expertise is truly valued?
This is your opportunity to join one of the most active and respected specialist lenders in the UK property finance market. With strong funding lines, a diverse lending appetite, and ambitious growth plans, this lender is looking to appoint a commercially astute
Portfolio Manager
to join its high-performing
Development Finance
team.
About the Company
This award-winning lender has built a strong reputation for delivering flexible, structured finance solutions across bridging, buy-to-let, and development finance. Known for its speed of execution and relationship-driven approach, the business is expanding rapidly, backed by robust funding and a highly experienced leadership team. The company operates a hybrid model with a collaborative office culture, modern systems, and a clear path for progression.
About the Portfolio Manager Development Finance Role
As
Portfolio Manager
, you will play a critical role in managing and driving a pipeline of live development cases from initial structuring through to drawdown, monitoring, and successful exit. You'll work closely with internal credit, underwriting, and BDM teams to support completions, while maintaining oversight of the development lifecycle to mitigate risk and ensure successful outcomes.
This is a highly visible role within a fast-scaling division—ideal for someone looking to grow with the business and take on more responsibility as the team expands.
Portfolio Manager Development Finance Key Responsibilities
* Structure and originate development finance deals from initial enquiry to Heads of Terms.
* Manage a live pipeline of cases, working closely with brokers, borrowers, valuers, and surveyors.
* Oversee each development through its full lifecycle, from first drawdown to final redemption.
* Prepare credit reports and present cases for Credit Committee approval.
* Conduct regular portfolio reviews, identifying risks and providing recommendations.
* Support wider team initiatives and continuously seek improvements in process and service.
Portfolio Manager Development Finance Skills & Experience Required
* Development finance experience from a
specialist lender or challenger bank
.
* Strong understanding of the full lifecycle of a development loan.
* Knowledge of construction risk, valuation methodologies, and monitoring surveyor processes.
* Ability to analyse complex cases and structure bespoke lending facilities.
* Proven communication skills – confident in dealing with brokers, borrowers, and professionals.
* Existing relationships with property professionals (valuers, MSs, brokers) advantageous.
Portfolio Manager Development Finance Package
* Competitive base salary + Commission
* Enhanced pension scheme
* Private medical insurance
* 25 days holiday + bank holidays
* Real progression opportunities in a growing business
Why Apply?
* Join a market-leading lender with a proven track record in development finance
* Progress your career in a business that rewards expertise, ambition, and hard work
If you're ready to take ownership of your portfolio and be part of something exciting,
apply now
to arrange a confidential conversation.