Finance Operations Analyst (Octane)

Octane Capital why we exist

Let us tell you a bit about us

You could say were an old hand in this market. Our roots in specialist lending date back to 2009 and our team have lent over 4 billion across 3000 loans. Since then weve seen every kind of deal: big small complex and vanilla. Weve assembled one of the markets most experienced teams to ensure we have the best chance of helping your clients.

Let us tell you a bit about the opportunity

This is an opportunity to join Octane Capital at a pivotal stage of its growth following its acquisition by Aldermore Bank. Youll be part of a fast-paced specialist lender combining the agility of a smaller business with the backing and stability of a bank.

As the second member of the Finance & Operations team youll be at the heart of the business. This isnt a typical finance role youll work across finance lending operations and credit gaining exposure to the full lifecycle of property lending.

Youll collaborate closely with the credit team contribute to senior management reporting and support the business as it expands into new product areas. If youre someone who enjoys variety responsibility and the chance to make a tangible impact early in your career this role offers a unique platform to develop.

What will your day look like

• Review deal approval models in partnership with the credit team and support preparation of purchase orders
• Prepare loan redemption statements calculate loan extensions and support daily processing of loan completion payments
• Complete daily bank journals reconciliations and maintain accurate financial records across transactions
• Produce borrower interest and repayment reporting for the credit team
• Track KPIs across credit and sales functions and identify opportunities to improve management information and reporting
• Deliver weekly reporting on lending activity to senior management

What do we expect from you

• Strong Excel skills including advanced formula use (with some macro knowledge beneficial)
• Strong attention to detail and a focus on data accuracy and integrity
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work across teams
• A proactive approach and willingness to take on a broad range of responsibilities
• A genuine interest in finance lending or financial services

What can you expect from us

• A friendly and flexible culture the same as how we work with our customers
• A growing organisation that means theres lots of opportunities to progress
• A drive for continuous improvement which you will be empowered to get behind from day one
• And of course you will be rewarded competitively with a good range of core benefits and bonus potential

The Company

You could say were an old hand in this market. Our roots in specialist lending date back to 2009 and our team have lent over 4 billion across 3000 loans.

Since then weve seen every kind of deal: big small complex and vanilla. Weve assembled one of the markets most experienced teams to ensure we have the best chance of helping your clients.

In fact our commitment to service has been recognised across the industry with Octane Capital recently winning the Service Excellence Award at the 2026 Bridging & Commercial Awards for the second year running. As a multi-award-winning lender we combine deep market expertise with an unwavering focus on delivering outstanding outcomes for brokers and customers alike

Our Behaviours

Back more people to go for it in life and business.

Our behavioural framework underpins our purpose and strategic drivers as it outlines the behaviours we need to demonstrate in order to succeed. Where our strategic drivers (Stay Ahead Propositions Relationships That Last and Progressive Platform) outline what we need to do to succeed our behaviours guide us in your second interview well ask you to talk through some examples where youve demonstrated these behaviours in your previous roles.

KNOW OUR CUSTOMERS- understand deeply act on insight
PLAY TO WIN- Bold decisions relentless focus
OWN THE OUTCOME- Accountability see it through

Our Benefits

As you would expect we offer a competitive basic salary and reward package and youll also benefit from our commitment to investing in your professional development throughout your journey with us.

Benefits vary across the business depending on the role you do but these will give you an idea of what to expect:

• 30 days annual leave
• Discretionary bonus scheme
• Private Medical Insurance - provided by Bupa. Aldermore pay the premium and you pay the tax.
• Pension - managed by Aviva. Save for your retirement with your contributions enhanced by up to 2x by Aldermore
• Maternity Pay a generous maternity leave package of up to six months on full pay
• Group Income Protection - financial support equivalent to 75% of your basic salary if you cant work due to illness or injury
• Group Life Assurance - a lump sum benefit to your family or next of kin in the event of your passing while employed by the company
• Employee Assistance Programme - access to qualified advisers for various life challenges and events through Zurich
• Toothfairy - unlimited advice from UK dentists
• Flu Jab and Eye Care Vouchers
• Shopping Discounts

• Critical Illness
• Cycle To Work
• Dental Insurance
• Give As You Earn
• Government Tax-Free Childcare Scheme
• Octopus Electric Vehicles
• Bus And Tram Benefit
• Save Our Planet -Plant trees build habitats calculate your own carbon footprint sponsor renewable energy projects
• Season Ticket Loan
• Microsoft Discounts
• Spouse Or Partner Life Assurance
• Technology - Buy new tech devices through salary deduction
• Wearable Technology
• Wellbeing App
• Will Writing
• Metrolink Annual Pass & Clipper Ticket

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Required Experience:

IC

Employment Type : Full-Time
Experience: years
Vacancy: 1
Yearly Salary Salary: 35001 - 40000