Commercial Funding Manager
Peterborough (Office Based)
Salary: £35,000 – £45,000 per year
Bonus: Performance-based (OTE £70,000 – £90,000+)
Job Type: Full-time, Permanent
Job Overview
Trade Mastermind is recruiting a Commercial Funding Manager to manage the post-sale funding process and drive fast, efficient cash conversion. You will be responsible for taking signed customer contracts and ensuring funding is approved, drawn down, and paid to the business as quickly as possible. This role focuses on business lending, broker management, documentation, and cash collection. This is a commercial, performance-driven role with clear accountability and measurable outcomes.
Key Responsibilities
- Manage customer funding cases from contract signature to cash received
- Drive funding approvals, drawdowns, and settlements
- Select and manage appropriate funding routes: Business Loans (primaryiWalker Premium CreditMRR (last resort))
- Liaise with approved third-party brokers and lenders
- Chase applications, remove blockers, and resolve delays
- Collect and validate all required documentation (accounts, ID, KYC)
- Ensure cases meet lender criteria and compliance standards
- Monitor and improve time-to-cash and cash collected per customer
- Reduce reliance on high-cost or margin-impacting funding options
- Identify and implement process improvements
Skills and Experience Required
- Experience in commercial finance, funding operations, or brokerage support
- Strong understanding of business lending products and lender criteria
- Knowledge of KYC, AML, and funding documentation requirements
- Experience working with brokers and lenders
- Strong organisational and case management skills
- Confident communicator able to chase and challenge stakeholders
- Comfortable working to targets and performance metrics
This Role Is Not Suitable If YouPrefer low-responsibility or administrative-only rolesAre uncomfortable with chasing outcomes or working to targetsWant a role without clear accountability
Compliance Requirements
- You will not provide financial advice
- You will not broker finance
- All funding is arranged through authorised third-party brokers
Benefits
- Performance bonus linked directly to cash converted
- Uncapped OTE of £70,000 – £90,000+
- Company pension
- Modern office environment
- Free on-site parking
- Private pension after 3 months
- Health and well-being programme
- Birthday Off
About Trade Mastermind
Trade Mastermind is a performance-led business with a nationally recognised brand. We value ownership, accountability, and results, and we promote people who deliver.
Commercial Funding Manager employer: Trade Mastermind Ltd
Trade Mastermind Ltd is an excellent employer, offering a vibrant work culture in Peterborough that fosters creativity and collaboration. With a strong focus on employee growth, we provide ample opportunities for professional development and skill enhancement, ensuring that our team members thrive in their roles. Join us to be part of a dynamic environment where your contributions directly impact the success of exciting events and client experiences.
