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Business Development Manager - Commercial Real Estate (CRE)LJ Recruitment • Harrow, London, England
Business Development Manager - Commercial Real Estate (CRE)

Business Development Manager - Commercial Real Estate (CRE)

LJ Recruitment • Harrow, London, England
8 days ago
Salary
£65,000.00 yearly
Job type
  • Full-time
  • Permanent
Job description

Job Title: Business Development Manager - Commercial Real Estate (CRE)

Location: West London
Salary: £65,000 - £70,000 per annum
Work Arrangement: Fully Office Based
Employment Type: Permanent

About the Role

A West London-based financial institution is seeking an experienced Business Development Manager - Commercial Real Estate (CRE) to join its Intermediary Services division. This role is responsible for the origination and execution of Commercial Real Estate and Commercial Retail credit proposals, alongside the management of key client and introducer relationships.

Reporting to the Chief Business Officer, the successful candidate will play a key role in driving growth through high-quality credit origination while ensuring robust risk management and regulatory compliance.

Key Responsibilities

  • Originate Commercial Real Estate credit proposals up to £20 million and Development Finance proposals up to £10 million

  • Develop, manage, and maintain strong relationships with introducers including brokers, accountants, solicitors, valuers, and other industry professionals

  • Undertake initial assessment and processing of CRE and Commercial Retail lending proposals, providing clear recommendations prior to submission

  • Present shortlisted proposals to the Credit team for underwriting and support approval processes, including Credit Committee submissions

  • Conduct initial reviews, assessments, and investigations to minimise credit risk in line with internal policies and procedures

  • Undertake site visits where required and prepare supporting assessment reports

  • Maintain accurate pipeline reporting, tracking proposals through all stages to ensure disbursement targets are met

  • Monitor market conditions, identify emerging opportunities or risk sectors, and provide strategic recommendations

  • Ensure all credit decisions adhere to regulatory standards, Treating Customers Fairly (TCF) principles, and Customer First standards

  • Design and deliver credit training to branch teams to ensure strong understanding of lending policies and practices

  • Support the Chief Business Officer across operational activities within the Retail Credit function

  • Liaise with solicitors, valuation firms, credit teams, and credit administration to ensure smooth approval, disbursement, and post-disbursement processes

  • Present proposals and product introductions or renewals to Risk Committee and other UK management committees

Skills & Experience Required

  • 3-5 years' experience in underwriting or assessing credit proposals, ideally within Commercial Real Estate

  • Strong knowledge of the UK lending environment and regulatory framework

  • Existing relationship base with business introducers

  • Proficient in Microsoft Office applications

  • Proven ability to balance commercial objectives with effective risk management

  • Strong communication skills with the ability to clearly articulate and summarise complex credit arguments

Personal Attributes

  • Able to work independently and collaboratively within a team environment

  • Enthusiastic, proactive, and willing to take on new challenges

  • Highly organised with strong attention to detail

  • Confident decision-maker with a measured and analytical approach

Why Apply?

This is an excellent opportunity for a CRE professional to join a growing organisation in a senior origination role, offering strong earning potential, exposure to high-value transactions, and the chance to influence credit strategy within a fully office-based environment.

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