Commercial Director - Bridging Finance

D&R Recruitment Limited; Lancashire; On-site; GBP 100,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A specialist, fast-growing Bridging Finance lender is seeking a Commercial Director to lead the company’s growth strategy. This senior leadership role involves driving origination, profitability, and scaling the business. The ideal candidate will have a proven background in Bridging Finance and strong leadership skills. This position offers a highly competitive six-figure salary, bonus scheme, and clear prospects for Board-level progression.

Benefits

Competitive six-figure salary

Lucrative bonus scheme

Opportunity for Board-level progression

Qualifications

• Proven track record in Bridging Finance / Specialist Lending at a senior level.
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to inspire teams and deliver results.
• A deep network of broker and intermediary relationships within the market.
• Commercially astute with experience in business growth and strategy.
• Entrepreneurial mindset, adaptable and driven to make a tangible impact.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement the commercial strategy for the lender.
• Lead and inspire the business development and distribution teams.
• Forge and grow relationships with brokers, introducers, and key partners.
• Identify opportunities to expand product offerings and strengthen market presence.
• Drive revenue growth while maintaining the lender's reputation for speed, service and integrity.
• Act as a key member of the leadership team, contributing to overall business strategy.

Skills

Leadership skills

Commercial strategy

Bridging Finance knowledge

Business growth

Job description

Commercial Director - Bridging Finance

Location: Manchester

Salary: Six-figure package + Bonuses + Benefits

We are delighted to be working with a specialist, fast-growing Bridging Finance lender who are looking to appoint a Commercial Director to lead the next stage of their expansion.

This is a pivotal senior leadership opportunity within an ambitious lender backed by strong funding lines, excellent reputation, and a proven track record in short-term property finance.

The Opportunity

As Commercial Director, you will play a key role in driving origination, growth and profitability across the lender's bridging proposition. Reporting directly to the Board, you will take ownership of the commercial strategy, working closely with senior stakeholders to scale the business and cement its place as a market leader.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement the commercial strategy for the lender.
• Lead and inspire the business development and distribution teams.
• Forge and grow relationships with brokers, introducers, and key partners.
• Identify opportunities to expand product offerings and strengthen market presence.
• Drive revenue growth while maintaining the lender's reputation for speed, service and integrity.
• Act as a key member of the leadership team, contributing to overall business strategy.

About You

• Proven track record in Bridging Finance / Specialist Lending at a senior level.
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to inspire teams and deliver results.
• A deep network of broker and intermediary relationships within the market.
• Commercially astute with experience in business growth and strategy.
• Entrepreneurial mindset, adaptable and driven to make a tangible impact.

What's on Offer

• Highly competitive six-figure base salary.
• Lucrative bonus scheme linked to performance.
• The chance to shape the growth of a dynamic, well-funded lender.
• Clear route to Board-level progression.

If you are a senior specialist lending professional ready to step into a high-impact leadership role, this is your opportunity to be part of something extraordinary.