Commercial Broker

Ignite Talent Group; Manchester; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

CRM systems and back-office support

Lender panel development

Job summary

Ignite Talent Group in Manchester is seeking an experienced Commercial Finance Broker / BDM to own a pipeline and grow a lender network. You will originate and place deals across development finance, bridging loans, business loans, short-term lending and commercial mortgages.

You will build relationships with lenders, introducers and clients, negotiate terms, and contribute to a growing desk. This role offers performance-based earnings and solid progression prospects within a fast-moving

Qualifications

• 2–3 years' experience in commercial finance or brokerage.
• Proven track record of originating and placing deals.
• Knowledge of development finance, bridging loans, and commercial mortgages.
• Strong negotiation and relationship-building skills.

Responsibilities

• Generate new commercial finance business through introducers, direct enquiries and your own network.
• Build, develop and manage relationships with lenders and introducers.
• Structure finance solutions based on client requirements and lender appetite.
• Package and present deals to appropriate lenders.
• Negotiate competitive terms and manage cases through to completion.
• Help develop and manage an external lender panel.
• Take a senior role in the day-to-day running of the brokerage desk.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with accountants, solicitors, property professionals and other introducers.

Skills

Originating deals

Negotiation skills

Relationship building

Lender network development

Education

CeMAP / CeRER qualification

Tools

CRM systems

Job description

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Commercial Finance Broker / BDM to join a growing finance brokerage in Manchester.

This is a key role for someone with a proven track record of originating and placing commercial finance deals, who is looking to take ownership of their own pipeline while helping to develop and grow a wider lender network.

You will work across development finance, bridging loans, business loans, short-term lending and commercial mortgages, managing deals from initial enquiry through to completion.

The Role

• Generate new commercial finance business through introducers, direct enquiries and your own network.
• Build, develop and manage relationships with lenders and introducers.
• Structure finance solutions based on client requirements and lender appetite.
• Package and present deals to appropriate lenders.
• Negotiate competitive terms and manage cases through to completion.
• Help develop and manage an external lender panel.
• Take a senior role in the day-to-day running of the brokerage desk.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with accountants, solicitors, property professionals and other introducers.

About You

We're looking for an experienced Commercial Finance Broker, BDM or Lending Specialist with:

• At least 2–3 years' relevant experience in commercial finance, specialist lending or brokerage.
• A proven track record of originating and placing deals.
• Strong knowledge of development finance, bridging, business loans and/or commercial mortgages.
• Existing lender, introducer or client relationships would be highly advantageous.
• Excellent negotiation and relationship-building skills.
• Strong commercial judgement and the ability to structure suitable finance solutions.
• The confidence to operate as a senior member of the brokerage desk.
• CeMAP, CeRER or equivalent qualifications are advantageous, with study support available.

What’s on Offer?

• £30,000–£40,000 basic salary, depending on experience and existing book.
• Indicative OTE of £80,000+ in year one, with significant earning potential as the pipeline develops.
• Self-employed/introducer route available for established brokers with a transferable client base.
• FCA compliance, CRM and back-office support.
• The opportunity to help shape a lender panel from the ground up.
• Direct access to senior decision-makers.
• Excellent progression opportunities within a growing finance business.
• Manchester-based role with wider UK and international connectivity.

If you're an experienced Commercial Finance Broker or BDM looking for a role where you can build, grow and significantly increase your earnings, we'd love to hear from you.