Corporate Banking Relationship Manager

Handelsbanken; Chelmsford; On-site; GBP 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Handelsbanken in Chelmsford is seeking a Corporate Banking Manager to lead the management and development of a corporate client portfolio, driving profitable growth through the bank’s products and services.

You will attract new customers through focused business development, nurture long-standing relationships, oversee credit processes, and work with professional advisers to deliver tailored financial solutions for businesses in the local market.

Qualifications

• Proven success in developing new business and growing a client portfolio.
• Experience managing a broad customer portfolio in a relationship-focused banking model.
• Ability to influence and maintain long-lasting professional relationships and act as a Handelsbanken ambassador.
• Track record of identifying and pursuing cross-selling opportunities.
• Strong understanding of financial statements, cash flow analysis, credit processes and risk assessments.
• Collaborative working style with strong stakeholder management.
• Attention to detail with integrity and discretion in a changing environment.

Responsibilities

• Develop and grow a portfolio of existing and new corporate clients through active prospecting and professional networks.
• Build strong relationships with local firms and referral partners to support sustainable growth.
• Identify cross-selling opportunities across Handelsbanken products to deliver tailored solutions.
• Communicate Handelsbanken's values, decentralised model, and customer focus to clients and partners.
• Manage end-to-end credit processes including financial analysis and credit assessments.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure clients receive full Handelsbanken services.
• Operate in line with risk management policies and escalate concerns when needed.

Skills

Business development

Relationship management

Cross-selling

Credit analysis

Risk management

Stakeholder management

Attention to detail

Education

Professional banking qualifications

Job description

Handelsbanken in Chelmsford is seeking a Corporate Banking Manager to lead the management and development of a corporate client portfolio, driving profitable growth through the bank’s products and services.

You will attract new customers through focused business development, nurture long-standing relationships, oversee credit processes, and work with professional advisers to deliver tailored financial solutions for businesses in the local market.