Business Manager (Remote)

Hello, We are Recognise Bank. Our vision is to become the UK’s leading business bank, providing tailored lending and savings solutions designed to meet the unique needs of modern SMEs. Founded in 2017 by experienced business owners, Recognise Bank was born out of a shared frustration with the traditional banking industry’s lack of understanding, flexibility, and certainty for small and medium-sized businesses. We believed there was a better way to serve the SME community—and we set out to create it.

In 2021, we received our banking licence and quickly built a strong community of loyal business customers, supported by our dedicated, diverse, and expert team. We offer a range of flexible lending solutions and secure, FSCS-protected savings accounts with competitive interest rates, empowering businesses to thrive with confidence.

As a Business Lending Manager at Recognise Bank, you will play a key role in driving growth within the commercial real estate lending market. You will deliver exceptional client service by identifying and completing high-quality lending propositions that meet their funding needs, secured by commercial property. Operating within credit risk appetite and lending policies, you’ll help secure new broker and client relationships while supporting existing clients to achieve their financial goals.

• Deliver lending volumes and product mix to meet personal targets and support the Bank’s financial plan, including cross-selling products (lending, savings, etc.).
• Build awareness of the Recognise brand through targeted networking with brokers and professional communities, attending events, and managing allocated broker relationships.
• Review and analyze new business enquiries, producing credit papers and collaborating with the “Deal Team” to ensure timely sanctioning and completion of transactions.
• Ensure lending proposals meet credit risk appetite, lending policies, and minimum return requirements.
• Maintain high data quality standards to support business and regulatory reporting needs.
• Provide outstanding service to clients, evidenced by positive feedback and survey results.
• Lead or support commercial lending-related projects within the Business Development Team and across the business.
• Adhere to regulatory requirements (e.g., Consumer Duty, SMCR) and complete all mandatory training on time.
• Comply with corporate policies, risk management, compliance, and financial crime obligations relevant to your role.

Requirements:

• 2+ years of lending experience, with expertise in commercial property sectors and lending markets.
• ~2+ years in Business Development in Commercial Property Sectors & Lending.
• ~ Strong market knowledge across a broad range of commercial property secured lending sectors.
• ~ Proven track record in business development, relationship management, and identifying new opportunities through networking.
• ~ Advanced skills in business case writing and credit analysis.
• ~ Excellent interpersonal skills, including networking, negotiation, presentation, and influencing at all levels.
• ~ Collaborative, performance-driven, and committed to continuous improvement.

Generous Time Off: 25 days of annual leave plus bank holidays.

Work From Anywhere: 4 weeks of Work From Anywhere allowance per year.

Support for professional growth through tailored training and development programs.

Hybrid Working: Flexible working model with 3 days in the office and 2 days remote per week.

We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.