Head of Asset Management, Real Estate Credit, Property-Backed Lender, London, UK - PER, Private[...]

Energy Jobline ZR; City Of London; On-site; GBP 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment firm in London is seeking a Head of Asset Management to oversee the management of performing and non-performing loans. The ideal candidate will have significant experience in asset management and special servicing within the UK property market. Responsibilities include managing recovery efforts and advising on deal structuring, while maintaining strong relationships with real estate partners. This role offers an exciting opportunity for growth in a dynamic sector.

Qualifications

• Proven track record in special servicing and turnaround of distressed real estate assets.
• Experience in both residential and commercial property, ideally in UK bridging or short-term lending.

Responsibilities

• Lead asset management function for performing and non-performing loans.
• Manage resolution and recovery of foreclosed assets.
• Work closely with deal team for monitoring of loans.
• Advise on underwriting and structuring of new deals.
• Build and maintain network of real estate partners across the UK.

Skills

Asset management experience

Special servicing knowledge

Real estate market networking

Detail-oriented and pragmatic

Job description

Overview

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What the job involves

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About our client

Our client is a specialist real estate credit investor focused on the UK & Ireland bridging and short-term lending market. As their portfolio continues to grow, they are now seeking a Head of Asset Management to take ownership of the active management of performing and non-performing loans.

Responsibilities

• Lead the asset management function, overseeing a portfolio of performing and non-performing loans
• Take responsibility for special servicing situations, including assets in receivership or administration
• Manage the resolution, recovery, and resale of foreclosed assets, often requiring snagging works and coordination with third parties
• Work closely with the deal team to provide ongoing monitoring and coverage of performing loans
• Advise on underwriting and structuring of new deals, bringing a practical, hands-on perspective to risk and recovery
• Build and maintain a trusted network of real estate partners, agents, and contractors across the UK to support asset recovery and disposal
• Handle both the strategic and administrative aspects of asset management, ensuring full control and transparency across the portfolio

Who we are looking for

• An experienced asset management professional with a strong track record in special servicing and turnaround of distressed real estate assets
• Exposure to both residential and commercial property, ideally within the UK bridging or short-term lending market
• Familiarity with working with non-institutional borrowers and complex credit situations
• Strong network in the UK property market with a reputation for reliability and execution
• Detail-oriented and pragmatic, capable of managing both hands-on asset recovery and higher-level strategic oversight

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