Director - Asset Management in London

Energy Jobline ZR; City Of London; Hybrid; GBP 130,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment service is seeking a Director – Asset Management in London. This position offers a competitive salary of £130,000 to £150,000, significant bonuses, and hybrid working options. The ideal candidate will have experience in asset management and a strong understanding of the UK real-estate market, overseeing distressed assets and collaborating across teams for effective portfolio management.

Benefits

Annual performance bonus

Contributory pension scheme

Hybrid working arrangements

Qualifications

• Proven experience in special servicing or asset management.
• Deep understanding of the UK real-estate market.
• Expertise in managing distressed assets.

Responsibilities

• Lead asset management activities with strong governance.
• Oversee special servicing and manage assets in distress.
• Collaborate on comprehensive portfolio monitoring.
• Develop strategies for non-performing loans.

Skills

Special servicing experience

Understanding of UK real estate market

Experience with non-institutional borrowers

Ability to manage distressed assets

UK bridge lending expertise

Network of property professionals

Communication skills

Stakeholder management abilities

Job description

Energy Jobline is the largest and fastest growing global Energy Job Board and Energy Hub, with an audience reach of over 7 million energy professionals and more than 400,000 monthly advertised global energy and engineering jobs. We focus on the Oil & Gas, Renewables, Engineering, Power, and Nuclear markets, as well as emerging technologies in EV, Battery and Fusion, and are committed to offering the most exciting career opportunities from around the world for our jobseekers.

Job Description

Are you ready to take the lead in asset management? Our client is on the hunt for a talented Director – Asset Management to join their dynamic team in London. This role is with a specialist real‑estate lender known for their innovative and disciplined financing solutions across the UK property market.

This is a fantastic opportunity with an annual salary ranging from £130,000 to £150,000, plus a significant performance bonus. Enjoy the benefits of contributory pension and hybrid working, making it an ideal role for those seeking flexibility and rewarding compensation.

Our client is a specialist real‑estate lender with a strong focus on both residential and commercial asset‑backed lending. They have a proven track record in managing complex and distressed situations, providing creative financing solutions across the UK property market.

Responsibilities

• Lead all asset management activities, ensuring strong governance and risk management.
• Oversee special servicing, managing assets in receivership, administration or foreclosure.
• Collaborate with the deal team for comprehensive portfolio monitoring.
• Develop recovery strategies for non‑performing loans.
• Engage in operational tasks, including documentation and liaising with third‑party providers.
• Manage a diverse portfolio of residential and commercial assets.
• Apply bridge lending expertise to manage short‑term loans.
• Oversee snagging and remediation works for foreclosed properties.
• Build and manage relationships with key stakeholders in the UK real‑estate market.
• Provide advisory input on deal underwriting and structuring.

Package and Benefits

• Annual salary of £130,000 – £150,000.
• Significant annual performance bonus.
• Contributory pension scheme.
• Hybrid working arrangements.

Ideal Candidate

• Proven experience in special servicing or asset management in a lending or advisory environment.
• Deep understanding of the UK real‑estate market.
• Experience with non‑institutional borrowers and complex situations.
• Ability to manage distressed assets to resolution.
• Expertise in UK bridge lending.
• Strong network of property professionals.
• A hands‑on, pragmatic approach with strategic and execution skills.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities.

If you have experience or interest in roles such as Asset Manager, Portfolio Manager, Real Estate Director, Lending Manager or Special Servicing Manager, this Director – Asset Management position could be perfect for you.

This is a unique opportunity to shape the asset management strategy within a growing lending platform. If you’re ready to make a significant impact and lead asset management initiatives, apply now to become the trusted Director – Asset Management our client is looking for.

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