Relationship Director – Real Estate Finance | SME Clients

Cambridgeshire, Anglia, Bedfordshire

Hybrid

£100-130K per annum

We’re working with a leading UK banking group that’s looking to strengthen its Real Estate Finance team with the addition of a Relationship Director.

This is a client-facing role focused on managing and developing a portfolio of SME property clients, supporting their growth while driving lending and building long-term partnerships.

The Opportunity

You’ll work with established developers, investors, and property businesses across your region, acting as a trusted partner and helping them access the right funding solutions.

It’s a role that combines relationship management, deal structuring, and business development with the backing of a well-resourced and respected banking brand.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Managing a portfolio of SME real estate clients across your region
• Building long-term relationships as the primary point of contact
• Structuring and delivering lending solutions (development & investment finance)
• Assessing opportunities in line with credit risk and policy
• Identifying opportunities to grow lending, income, and client base
• Developing new business through networking and referrals
• Working closely with credit and internal teams to get deals done
• Representing the bank within the local property and professional network

What They’re Looking For

• Experience in real estate finance, commercial banking, or property lending
• Strong track record in managing and growing client relationships
• Experience structuring lending deals and working with credit teams
• Commercially driven with a proactive approach to winning business
• A network within property or professional services is a strong advantage

What’s On Offer

• Competitive salary + annual bonus
• Up to 15% pension contribution
• 30 days holiday + bank holidays (with buy/sell options)
• Private medical cover & health assessments
• Flexible benefits package tailored to you
• Life assurance & critical illness cover
• Paid volunteering days + matched charity contributions
• Ongoing learning & development support
• And much more...

Why This Role?

This is a great opportunity for someone who wants a visible, relationship-led role within a well-backed banking environment where you can genuinely influence client outcomes and grow a portfolio over time.

You’ll have the autonomy to build your network, the support to get deals done, and the platform to progress further within the business.