Business Development Manager | London & South

Fintelligent Search; Greater London; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading specialist lender in London is seeking an experienced Business Development Manager to originate bridging and development finance deals. You will leverage an established broker network to maximize deals, manage a pipeline from enquiry to completion, and represent the company at key events. With a negotiable base salary ranging from £50,000 to £65,000 and an excellent commission structure, this position offers substantial earnings potential and opportunities for career growth in a dynamic team culture.

Benefits

Negotiable base salary

Excellent commission package

Opportunities for career progression

Collaborative team culture

Qualifications

• Proven track record in originating bridging and/or development finance deals.
• Established broker and introducer network within London and surrounding regions.
• Exceptional relationship‑building, influencing, and negotiation skills.

Responsibilities

• Originate bridging, refurbishment, and development loan opportunities through your broker network.
• Manage a personal pipeline of deals from enquiry through to completion.
• Build and deepen broker, introducer, and developer relationships.

Skills

Relationship-building

Negotiation skills

Entrepreneurial mindset

Broker network establishment

Business development

Job description

Are you an experienced Bridging / Development Finance Business Development Manager thinking about your next move? Do you have an established broker network and are looking to take a larger commission split on your deals? If so, this is an opportunity you should explore.

Our client, a leading specialist lender known for their speed, flexibility, and service, is seeking a results‑driven BDM to join their expanding team in London. You will have direct access to decision‑makers for fast deal execution and the chance to grow your career with a negotiable base salary of £50,000–£65,000 plus an excellent commission package, giving strong quarterly earnings.

Key Responsibilities

• Originate bridging, refurbishment, and development loan opportunities through your broker network.
• Manage a personal pipeline of deals from enquiry through to completion.
• Build and deepen broker, introducer, and developer relationships to maximise origination volumes.
• Identify and pursue new business opportunities through networking, referrals, and proactive outreach.
• Represent the company at broker meetings, networking events, trade shows, and conferences.
• Collaborate with internal teams to structure deals and ensure smooth progression.
• Provide market insights and feedback to support product development and strategy.

Package and Benefits

• Negotiable base salary.
• Excellent commission package (market leading).
• Direct access to decision‑makers for fast deal execution.
• Opportunities for career progression in a rapidly expanding specialist lender.
• A collaborative and entrepreneurial team culture.

About You

• Proven track record in originating bridging and/or development finance deals.
• Established broker and introducer network within London and surrounding regions.
• Background in business development in specialist lending.
• Exceptional relationship‑building, influencing, and negotiation skills.
• Proactive, entrepreneurial mindset with a focus on results.
• Skills in presenting to brokers and introducers to win new business.
• Good knowledge of underwriting criteria and deal structuring.
• Experience in roles such as Business Development Executive, Internal BDM, Lending Manager, Business Development Manager, Relationship Manager, or Sales Manager.

To learn more, please share your CV or reach out to Charlotte Walker at Fintelligent.