Investment Manager

Maven Capital Partners; Nottingham; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading private equity firm seeks an Investment Manager in Nottingham to manage loan transactions and support SMEs via the Midlands Engine Investment Fund II. Candidates should have experience in loan finance, strong communication skills, and a proven ability in financial analysis and relationship management. This full-time, permanent position offers a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.

Benefits

Group Pension (10% contributions paid by employer)

Life Assurance (7 x Salary)

Income Protection

Health Cash Plan

Private Medical Health

Enhanced Maternity and Paternity Pay

Company paid training

Cycle to work scheme

Retail discounts

Ability to buy additional holidays

Qualifications

• Experience of providing loan finance to UK SMEs.
• Proven track record in originating and executing transactions.
• Excellent numeracy skills and financial assessment abilities.

Responsibilities

• Originate, complete and monitor loan transactions to SMEs.
• Develop and maintain networks of business introducers.
• Portfolio management and assessing monthly management accounts.

Skills

Numeracy

Relationship Management

Financial Analysis

Business Development

Communication

Attention to Detail

Education

Relevant background in business, commercial or corporate banking

Job description

Position: Investment Manager (Loan)
Based: Nottingham
Salary: Competitive
Benefits: Generous benefits package including employer pension contribution and private healthcare cover

We have an exciting opportunity for an Investment Manager to join our Maven team on a full-time, permanent basis.

You will be a core member of the team in Nottingham which is responsible for the successful delivery of a Debt fund, which forms part of Midlands Engine Investment Fund II (MEIF II), launched by the British Business Bank in 2024 to support the growth of regional SMEs. The Fund provides loans of between £100,000 and £2m.

The purpose of the role is to originate, complete and monitor loan transactions to SMEs based in the East and South East Midlands.

WHO WE ARE?

Maven Capital Partners (a subsidiary of Mattioli Woods) is a leading loan, Venture Capital Trust (VCT), Private Equity and Property Fund Manager. Maven is one of the UK’s most active private equity managers, backing ambitious businesses of all sizes across a range of sectors and providing those businesses with the essential capital and expertise they require to unlock potential and accelerate growth. In 2024 Mattioli Woods was acquired by Pollen Street Capital and delisted from AIM.

The role & responsibilities

Responsibilities may include, but are not limited to:

• Develop and maintain a network of key business introducers in the East Midlands to promote Maven and MEIF IIand develop a pipeline of deal opportunities.
• Assess new loan proposals and prepare investment papers for discussion with the MEIF II credit committee.
• Negotiate loan terms with management teams and their advisors and co-ordinate due diligence, including AML/KYC processes.

Portfolio management including:

• Developing ongoing productive relationships with portfolio businesses, to effectively monitor performance and add value to SMEs where required.
• Assessing and monitoring monthly management accounts, covenants (where applicable) and budget information to ensure ongoing debt serviceability.

What you need to succeed

• Experience of providing loan finance to UK SMEs.
• Proven track record in originating and executing transactions from initial contact through to completion, including an in depth understanding of typical loan and security structures and documents.
• Relevant backgrounds include business, commercial and corporate banking (eg relationship management, credit), corporate finance and accountancy.
• Excellent numeracy skills including assessment of debt transactions and financial analysis.
• Adept relationship management skills and experience of working with businesses and other stakeholders.
• Track record of successful networking and business development.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to prioritise and work under pressure.
• Excellent attention to detail.

The benefits of choosing Maven

Your benefits package includes the following:

• Group Pension (10% contributions paid by employer)
• Life Assurance (7 x Salary)
• Income Protection
• Health Cash Plan
• Private Medical Health
• Company Sick Pay
• Enhanced Maternity and Paternity Pay
• Company paid training
• Cycle to work scheme
• Retail discounts
• Ability to buy additional holidays
• You will be able to pick additional benefits to suit you!

Maven Capital Partners is an equal-opportunity employer that is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive experience for all its employees

Does this sound like the perfect job for you? To apply please email: [e-mail]

Maven Capital Partners UK LLP is a subsidiary of Mattioli Woods Limited.