At a Glance
- Tasks: Manage corporate client relationships and deliver tailored lending solutions.
- Company: Leading financial services organisation focused on responsible banking.
- Benefits: Up to £100,000 salary, flexible working, and generous leave.
- Other info: Collaborative culture with excellent career progression opportunities.
- Why this job: Play a key role in high-value transactions and sustainable business growth.
- Qualifications: Experience in corporate lending and strong relationship management skills.
The predicted salary is between 60000 - 80000 £ per year.
A leading financial services organisation is continuing to grow its Corporate & Commercial Banking division in a deliberate, responsible and customer-focused way. We're seeking an experienced Senior Relationship Manager – Corporate Banking & Structured Finance to join a high-performing team focused on building long-term client relationships, delivering tailored lending solutions and supporting sustainable business growth. This is an opportunity to play a significant role in a growing franchise where relationship quality, sound judgement and responsible banking matter.
The Opportunity
As a Senior Relationship Manager – Corporate Banking & Structured Finance, you'll originate, structure and manage a portfolio of corporate clients, including complex bilateral, club and syndicated lending transactions. Working closely with Risk, Legal, Product and senior stakeholders, you'll deliver lending solutions that support clients' strategic ambitions while maintaining strong risk discipline.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead and develop relationships with mid-market and large corporate clients
- Structure, negotiate and execute complex lending facilities, typically in excess of £15m
- Manage transactions from initial opportunity through to completion and ongoing portfolio management
- Assess creditworthiness and present recommendations to senior decision-makers
- Build and maintain strong relationships with advisors, introducers and professional networks
- Identify new business opportunities and contribute to portfolio growth
- Collaborate with internal stakeholders to achieve balanced customer, risk and commercial outcomes
- Act as a trusted ambassador for the organisation across the corporate banking market
About You
We're looking for a proven corporate banking professional who combines strong credit expertise with outstanding relationship management skills.
You’ll Bring
- Significant experience in corporate lending and relationship management
- A strong track record of structuring and executing complex lending transactions
- Experience with larger corporate facilities, including syndicated and club deals
- Excellent credit assessment and risk management capabilities
- Strong knowledge of legal documentation and loan structuring
- Outstanding communication and presentation skills
- The ability to simplify complex information for a variety of audiences
- Proven stakeholder management and influencing skills
- An established network of advisors, intermediaries and professional contacts
- Sound commercial judgement and a balanced approach to risk and opportunity
The opportunity to work on high-value, complex transactions
- Significant autonomy and ownership of client relationships
- A collaborative and supportive culture
- Exposure to senior stakeholders and decision-makers
- Flexible hybrid working arrangements
- A strong focus on long‑term sustainable growth rather than short‑term targets
- Excellent opportunities for professional development and career progression
The Package
- Salary: Up to £100,000 per annum
- 28 days' annual leave, plus bank holidays
- Holiday buy/sell scheme for added flexibility
- Annual discretionary bonus of up to 20%, based on company performance
- Competitive pension scheme with matched employer contributions
- Life assurance cover of 6x annual salary
- Car allowance of £5,500 per annum, paid monthly
- Single cover private medical insurance
- Comprehensive health screening every two years
Interested in learning more? Apply today or contact us for a confidential conversation.
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