SME Relationship Manager page is loaded## SME Relationship Managerlocations: Bath: Bristol Harboursidetime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Todaytime left to apply: End Date: June 27, 2026 (15 days left to apply)job requisition id: 158424End DateFriday 26 June 2026Salary Range£0 - £0Flexible Working OptionsHybrid Working, Job ShareJob Description Summary.Job DescriptionJOB TITLE: SME Relationship ManagerHOURS: Full TimeSALARY: Competitive package availableLOCATION: Bath or BristolWORKING PATTERN: Our work style is hybrid, which involves spending at least two days per week or 40% of our time, at one of our office sites or meeting clientsWhatyoullbe doing:If you want a role where you can genuinely shape the success of growing businesses, this could be your next big step.As part of our Commercial Banking SME team, youll look after a high-profile portfolio across the Bath area - an important region with huge growth potential. Its a place where strong relationships really matter, and youll play a key role in supporting ambitious SMEs with turnover between £3m - £10m. Youll be the face of Lloyds for your clients, working closely with our local teams and wider Group partners, and youll join a supportive environment that values collaboration, development and helping you grow your career.As a Relationship Manager, youll take ownership of a strategically important portfolio and build trusted relationships with clients, making sure every interaction adds real value. Youll get to know their businesses inside out so you can spot opportunities early and bring them the right Commercial Banking solutions - from day-to-day banking and lending to payments and deposits. Youll grow your network across internal and external partners to open doors, support new opportunities and win new to bank clients through proactive outreach. Youll also help clients think about the future by supporting their risk management needs, including ESG priorities and their journey toward Net Zero. Along the way, youll be part of a welcoming and ambitious team, with plenty of chances to learn, build your expertise and get involved in meaningful initiatives across the Bank.Whatwere* At least 2 years experience building and maintaining strong client relationships, with the ability to influence senior external partners.* At least 2 years experience winning new business in a competitive commercial banking environment.* Strong credit and risk management skills, with experience evaluating propositions and making confident recommendations.* Excellent communication and negotiation skills, including interpreting legal documentation and commercial terms.* A proactive, self-starter mindset, able to work independently and thrive in a high performing team.We know thatgreat talentcomes from many backgrounds. Whilst this job advert may reference specific years of experience, we recognise that skills are developed in many ways, so if you have relevant, transferable experience, we encourage you to apply.This is a place for youOur ambition is to be the leading UK business for diversity, equity and inclusion supporting our customers, colleagues and communities and were committed to creating an environment in which everyone can thrive, learn and develop.We were one of the first major organisations to set goals on diversity in senior roles, create a menopause health package, and a dedicated Working with Cancer Initiative.We offer reasonable workplace adjustments for colleagues with disabilities, including flexibility in office attendance, location and working patterns. As a Disability Confident Leader, we guarantee interviews for a fair and proportionate number of applicants who meet the minimum criteria for the role with a disability, long-term health or neurodivergent condition through the Disability Confident Scheme.We provide reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process to reduce or remove barriers. Just let us know what you need.We also offer a wide-ranging benefits package, which includes:* A generous pension contribution of up to 15%* An annual performance-related bonus* Share schemes including free shares* Benefits you can adapt to your lifestyle, such as discounted shopping* 30 days holiday, with bank holidays on top* A range of wellbeing initiatives and generous parental leave policiesAt Lloyds Banking Group, were driven by a clear purpose; to help Britain prosper. Across the Group, our colleagues are focused on making a difference to customers, businesses and communities. With us youll have a key role to play in shaping the financial services of the future, whilst the scale and reach of our Group means youll have many opportunities to learn, grow and develop.We keep your data safe. So, well only ever ask you to provide confidential or sensitive information once you have formally been invited along to an interview or accepted a verbal offer to join us which is when we run our background checks. Well always explain what we need and why, with any request coming from a trusted Lloyds Banking Group person.Were focused on creating a values-led culture and are committed to building a workforce which reflects the diversity of the customers and communities we serve. Together were building a truly inclusive workplace where all of our colleagues have the opportunity to make a real difference.With 320 years under our belt, were used to change, and today is no different. Join us and help drive this change, shaping the future of finance whilst working at pace to deliver for our customers.Here, youll do the best work of your career. Your impact will be amplified by our scale as you learn and develop, gaining skills for the future.
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