Relationship Director
I’ve partnered with a well-established social bank with a strong national presence, providing specialist lending and deposit solutions to purpose-led organisations. As part of their continued regional growth strategy, they are now seeking a Relationship Director to drive new business and deepen key relationships across the Midlands.
Operating exclusively within the social and ethical banking space, this organisation partners with social enterprises, charities, and values-led organisations to provide lending, savings and investment solutions that deliver tangible community impact.
This is an opportunity to shape sustainable regional growth while making a genuine difference in local communities.
The Role
Reporting into senior regional leadership, you will be responsible for building and managing a high-quality portfolio across the Midlands.
You will:
* Originate and convert new lending opportunities within the charitable and social purpose sector
* Develop and manage strong commercial relationships with new and existing clients
* Build a network of introducers, advisors and sector professionals
* Act as a visible ambassador for ethical and sustainable banking across the region
* Structure and assess lending proposals in line with credit risk appetite
Essential Experience
* Proven background in commercial banking, specialist lending or relationship management
* Strong understanding of credit risk and lending processes
* Demonstrable experience originating and converting new business
* Ability to analyse client needs and structure appropriate financial solutions
* Sound commercial judgement and the ability to navigate complex client situations with professionalism and integrity
* Willingness to travel across the Midlands
Desirable
* Experience working with charities, social enterprises or purpose-led organisations
* Existing Midlands network within professional services, third sector or impact-led sectors
* Exposure to deposit or investment conversations alongside lending
What’s on Offer
* A senior, visible role within a purpose-driven, regulated bank
* The opportunity to shape regional growth in a values-led environment
* Hybrid working with autonomy across the Midlands
* Competitive base salary with performance-related bonus
* Generous annual leave plus bank holidays
* Above-market pension contribution
* Access to meaningful professional development and sector exposure
Interested?
Please apply directly or contact Syed for further details.