Overview
Our Strategic Finance team supports commercial, corporate, PLC and private equity backed businesses in our region and across the UK. You will play a leading role in building a strong market presence for the Bank in Bristol which has been identified as a key new location to support our growth ambitions under ownership of Nationwide Group. We believe as a modern mutual business bank we have a different way of supporting the growth of local businesses and the regional economy. Virgin Money is so much more than just a bank. As part of the Nationwide group, together we are the UK's first full‑service mutual bank serving millions of retail and business customers, driven by our purpose: Banking but fairer, more rewarding, and for the good of society.
What you’ll be doing
* Launch the Virgin Money Business Banking brand to Bristol and Southwest ensuring maximum profile achieved with key stakeholders and target market.
* Generate new relationships, focused on Corporate Businesses in Bristol and surrounding area.
* Strong relationship management of business portfolio.
* Accountable for risk and compliance to identify signs of stress and risk with the aim of minimising the Bank’s exposure to bad and doubtful debt.
* Act according to the strategy and growth plan to optimise income and build a targeted portfolio through effective origination and execution of high‑quality lending opportunities.
* Generate local opportunities for specialist team e.g. leverage finance, asset finance. Develop strong relationships with wider team.
* Build foundation for larger full service team in the future; new team will be fully supported by existing colleagues across all segments and specialisms.
* As the team grows there will be opportunities for Senior Director to develop leadership responsibilities.
Qualifications
* Strong well recognised market profile, regarded as a leading figure within the Bristol Corporate banking sector, with an established reputation among clients and professional advisers.
* Track record of generating business growth, identifying, structuring, negotiating and delivering new business opportunities.
* Excellent relationship building and influence skills – ability to engage senior internal and external stakeholders.
* Experience of originating, structuring and executing lending opportunities of £10million+ including complex corporate transactions with full ownership from origination through credit approval to completion.
* Skilled in managing all aspects of a deal process from inception to completion – including preparation of detailed and well researched credit papers, leading negotiations with Management Teams, Advisors and Funding Partners, instruction and review of detailed due diligence reports, overseeing complex legal processes and managing all aspects of a deal completion process.
* Established record of delivering fantastic relationship management; a memorable personal approach where you push for better outcomes for all.
* Highly organised with strong project management abilities, able to prioritise, coordinate across teams and deliver outcome under tight deadlines.
* Experienced in leading cross‑functional collaboration and influencing outcomes across different business areas.
* Relevant vocational financial services qualification – e.g. Chartered Institute of Bankers, Chartered Accountant etc. (optional).
* Experience of maximising media relations and opportunities, including writing for journals and publications (optional).
Benefits
* 25 days holiday per year, increasing over time to 30; option to buy more.
* Private medical insurance.
* Highly competitive pension.
* Access to an annual performance‑related bonus.
* Training and development to help you progress your career.
* Flexible benefits scheme.
* Life assurance.
* Up to 2 days of paid volunteering a year.
Important Information
We are in the process of bringing Virgin Money and Nationwide together, subject to court approval, which will happen on 2 April 2026. If you are successful, your employment will automatically transfer to Nationwide at that date. You must confirm you have the right to work in the UK and will undergo credit, criminal record checks and references. Senior Manager Regime positions will require enhanced pre‑employment checks.
Inclusion and Accessibility
As a Disability Confidence Leader, we are committed to removing any obstacles to inclusion. If you need any reasonable adjustments or support applying, contact our Talent Acquisition team at careers@virginmoney.com.
Application Process
Because we may receive a high volume of eligible applications, we process applicants in the order of highest fit to the role and still ensure fair consideration for all. If we receive a lot of interest, we may close the advert early; please submit your application as soon as possible.
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