Business Banking Manager

Artemis Human Capital; Northern Ireland; Hybrid; GBP 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working

Pension up to 10%

Private Healthcare

24 days holidays + stats

Job summary

Artemis Human Capital is seeking an experienced Business Banking professional to drive growth in the mid‑market SME and property lending sectors, with a focus on developing new business and managing high‑value customer relationships in Northern Ireland.

You will structure complex lending proposals, maximise portfolio opportunities and strengthen the organisation’s presence locally through networking and collaboration with internal teams to support growth and robust risk management.

Qualifications

• Proven track record in Business Banking with experience in mid‑market SME and property portfolios.

Responsibilities

• Develop new business opportunities and grow a mid‑market SME and property lending portfolio.
• Structure complex, high‑value lending proposals with a focus on risk and return.
• Build and manage strong relationships with customers, intermediaries and partners.
• Represent the organisation at networking events to raise the profile in NI.

Skills

Business Banking

SME lending

Relationship management

Credit risk

Networking

Job description

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Business Banking professional to join a leading financial services organisation, driving growth across the mid-market SME and property lending sectors.

This is a fantastic opportunity for a commercially minded individual to develop new business, manage high-value customer relationships and strengthen the organisation’s presence across the Northern Ireland business community.

The Role

Key responsibilities will include:

• Developing new business opportunities and growing an existing portfolio of mid-market SME and property customers.
• Structuring complex, high-value lending proposals and maximising portfolio opportunities.
• Building strong relationships with customers, intermediaries and strategic business partners.
• Representing the organisation at networking events and strengthening its profile in the local marketplace.
• Preparing high-quality credit applications and ensuring robust credit, compliance and risk management standards.
• Collaborating with internal teams to support strategic objectives and sustainable business growth.

The Person

• Proven experience in Business Banking, managing complex, high-value SME and property portfolios.
• A strong track record in developing new business and delivering complex lending transactions.
• Excellent credit management, regulatory and operational risk expertise.
• Strong commercial acumen, with the ability to identify opportunities and grow market share.
• Outstanding relationship-building and stakeholder management skills.
• In-depth knowledge of the Northern Ireland business market, supported by an established regional network.

The Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Generous pension (up to 10%)
• Hybrid working and flexibility
• 24 days hols + stats
• Private Healthcare