Portfolio Manager – Development Finance ? London (Hybrid) | ? Up to £65,000 + Bonus + Benefits
Fintelligent Search is supporting a growing specialist lender in their search for a Portfolio Manager to join their high-performing Development Finance team.
This is a fantastic opportunity for a commercially minded professional with experience in property lending or real estate finance to step into a dynamic, relationship-driven environment with strong career progression.
The Opportunity You’ll be joining a well-established, specialist lending business with a strong reputation in the UK market. The firm focuses on supporting SME developers through tailored funding solutions and prides itself on expertise, agility, and long-term relationships.
Working within an experienced Portfolio Management team, you’ll take ownership of a live loan book, ensuring projects are progressing as expected while proactively managing risk and supporting positive client outcomes.
Key Responsibilities
Manage and monitor a portfolio of development finance loans from drawdown through to repayment
Track construction progress, budgets, and key milestones across multiple projects
Conduct site visits and engage directly with borrowers and professional partners
Identify early warning signs (delays, cost overruns, sales risk) and take appropriate action
Analyse cashflows and compare actual vs approved positions
Support credit amendments, waivers, and restructuring where required
Produce high-quality portfolio reports and contribute to internal committees
Work closely with Lending, Credit, and Risk teams to ensure effective portfolio oversightWhat We’re Looking For
Experience in property finance, development finance, or real estate lending
Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret financial and project data
Good understanding of the UK residential development market
Confident communicator, able to manage both internal and external stakeholders
Organised, detail-oriented, and able to manage multiple transactions simultaneouslyDesirable:
Exposure to construction or development monitoring
Experience working with borrowers, surveyors, or professional advisorsWhy Apply?
Salary up to £65,000 + bonus
Hybrid working model
Join a growing and well-capitalised lender
Strong pipeline of deals and active portfolio
Clear opportunity to develop into a Senior Portfolio Manager roleAbout Fintelligent Search We specialise in connecting top talent with leading financial services firms across the UK. With deep market knowledge in specialist lending and property finance, we work closely with both candidates and clients to ensure the right long-term fit.
Interested? Apply now or get in touch with Fintelligent Search for a confidential discussion