Business Manager

MCS Group; Belfast City District; Hybrid; GBP 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid Working

Pension Scheme

Competitive Salary

Career Development Opportunities

Professional Training & Development

Job summary

MCS Group is partnering with a leading retail bank in Northern Ireland to expand their Business Banking team. The Business Banking Manager will manage an SME/property client portfolio, structure lending proposals, and drive growth through new business and relationship development.

The role requires strong credit assessment, risk management, and regulatory understanding, with hybrid working and opportunities to network across the NI business community.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in Business Banking, Commercial Banking, or Relationship Management.
• Strong record of managing complex, high-value SME and property lending portfolios.
• Demonstrated success in developing new business opportunities and growing market share.
• Excellent credit assessment and risk management skills.
• Strong understanding of regulatory, compliance, and operational risk requirements.

Responsibilities

• Manage a portfolio of SME and property clients within the mid-market segment.
• Structure and lead complex lending proposals to support existing and new business customers.
• Conduct detailed credit analysis and ensure lending solutions are appropriately risk assessed.
• Identify opportunities to grow the portfolio through new business acquisition and relationship development.
• Maintain strong relationships with clients, intermediaries, and key business partners.
• Represent the organisation at networking events and within the local business community.
• Prepare high-quality credit applications while ensuring compliance and regulatory standards.
• Support the growth and profile of the business banking division across Northern Ireland.

Skills

Portfolio management

Credit analysis

Relationship management

Business development

Client liaison

Job description

MCS Group are delighted to be partnering with a leading retail bank as they look to expand their Business Banking team in Northern Ireland.

The Company:

Our client is a highly respected financial institution with a strong presence across the UK and Ireland. Renowned for supporting local businesses, they provide tailored banking and lending solutions to SME and property clients, helping businesses achieve their growth ambitions while maintaining a strong customer-focused approach.

The Rewards:

As the successful Business Banking Manager, you will receive:

• Competitive Salary
• Hybrid Working
• Pension Scheme
• Excellent Career Development Opportunities
• Professional Training & Development
• Opportunity to Build a Strong Network Across the NI Business Community

The Role:

The successful Business Banking Manager will be responsible for:

• Managing a portfolio of SME and property clients within the mid-market segment.
• Structuring and leading complex lending proposals to support existing and new business customers.
• Conducting detailed credit analysis and ensuring lending solutions are appropriately risk assessed.
• Identifying opportunities to grow the portfolio through new business acquisition and relationship development.
• Maintaining strong relationships with clients, intermediaries, and key business partners.
• Representing the organisation at networking events and within the local business community.
• Preparing high-quality credit applications while ensuring compliance and regulatory standards are met.
• Supporting the continued growth and profile of the business banking division across Northern Ireland.

The Person:

The successful Business Banking Manager will meet the following criteria:

• Proven experience within Business Banking, Commercial Banking, or Relationship Management.
• Strong record of managing complex, high-value SME and property lending portfolios.
• Demonstrated success in developing new business opportunities and growing market share.
• Excellent credit assessment and risk management skills.
• Strong understanding of regulatory, compliance, and operational risk requirements.
• Ability to structure and negotiate complex lending transactions.
• Excellent relationship-building and stakeholder management skills.
• Experience working collaboratively with internal teams and external partners.
• Good knowledge of the Northern Ireland business market and wider commercial landscape.