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At Close Brothers we look to recruit individuals from all different backgrounds and encourage you to apply even if you don’t tick every box. We celebrate diversity, promote inclusivity and are open to discuss flexible work options to help you balance your work and home life. Overall Summary
At Close Brothers we look to recruit individuals from all different backgrounds and encourage you to apply even if you don’t tick every box. We celebrate diversity, promote inclusivity and are open to discuss flexible work options to help you balance your work and home life.
Join the Close Brothers Specialist Asset Finance team where, as a Business Development Associate (BDA) you will support the Business Development Directors (BDDs) in managing broker relationships and executing transactions.
This role provides a structured development pathway for individuals aspiring to become BDDs, offering hands-on experience in credit analysis, deal structuring, and stakeholder engagement, while working on complex, high-value transactions within the middle-ticket market (ranging from £500k-5M).
BDAs will work closely with BDDs to triage broker proposals, prepare credit submissions, and manage the administrative and operational aspects of transactions. The role is ideal for a commercially aware individual with strong organisational skills, a keen interest in asset finance, and a desire to grow into a senior client-facing role.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
Triage and assess incoming broker proposals for completeness and suitability. Gather additional information from brokers and clients to support proposal evaluation. Liaise with the sales support team to obtain exposure data, financials, and other supporting materials. Create and maintain Salesforce credit proposals, ensuring accuracy and completeness. Upload relevant documentation to Salesforce and maintain digital records. Support BDDs in structuring and progressing less complex finance transactions. Manage revolving credit and stage payment drawdowns in coordination with internal teams. Attend customer and broker meetings alongside BDDs where appropriate. Review finance documentation and coordinate dispatch to brokers. Prepare deal sheets and assist in documentation processes. Conduct asset inspections and report findings. Liaise with Broker Solutions to identify and onboard new Specialist Finance broker opportunities.
WE WOULD LOVE TO HEAR FROM YOU IF YOU HAVE / ARE:
Experience within the Asset Finance industry Strong financial acumen High attention to detail and accuracy. Strong organisational and administrative skills. Excellent written and verbal communication. Proactive and self-motivated with a willingness to learn. Comfortable working independently and as part of a team. Competent in Microsoft Office and CRM systems (e.g., Salesforce)
IT IS NOT ESSENTIAL BUT IT WOULD BE GREAT IF YOU:
Have sales / business development experience Have experience working with brokers or third-party introducers. Are familiar with credit processes and financial documentation.
We are an inclusive organisation and committed to ensuring our recruitment process is as accessible as possible to everyone. We will make adjustments for people who have a disability or long-term condition. If you need the job description or application form in an alternative format or would like to discuss the recruitment process with us, please email us at recruit.ssc@closebrothers.com or request a call back.
About Us
At Close Brothers we support employees to balance their work life priorities and in this role you will be able to enjoy a mixture of hybrid working.
Close Brothers is a leading UK merchant banking group providing lending, deposit taking and securities trading. We employ approximately 3,000 people, principally in the United Kingdom and Ireland. Close Brothers Group plc is listed on the London Stock Exchange and is a constituent of the FTSE 250.
To find out more about Close Brothers, please visit our careers page:
https://www.closebrothers.com/careers
To find out more about life at Close Brothers:
https://www.closebrothers.com/life-close-brothers#374017299-899295541
To find out more about our benefits:
https://www.closebrothers.com/employee-benefits
To find out more about our commitment to creating an inclusive environment:
Our Responsibility - Diversity and inclusion ¦ Close Brothers Group
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