Investment Manager (Loan) - Nottingham

JR United Kingdom; High Wycombe; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading financial management firm is looking for an Investment Manager to join their team on a full-time basis in High Wycombe. The role involves sourcing and managing loan transactions for SMEs, requiring strong financial expertise and relationship management skills. The successful candidate will be responsible for promoting the firm's lending services, analyzing financial proposals, and maintaining relationships with portfolio businesses. A competitive benefits package and the opportunity to select additional perks are also provided.

Benefits

Group Pension (10% paid by Maven)

Life Assurance (7x your salary)

Income Protection Insurance

Private Medical Insurance

Health Cash Plan

Enhanced Sick Pay

Enhanced Maternity and Paternity Pay

Option to buy additional holidays

Cycle to work scheme

Qualifications

• Experience in loan finance to SMEs is crucial.
• Strong numeracy and relationship management skills required.
• Proven track record in deal execution and financial analysis.

Responsibilities

• Originating and monitoring loan transactions to SMEs.
• Developing networks to promote Maven and MEIF II.
• Preparing investment papers for credit committee review.

Skills

Loan finance to UK SMEs

Numeracy skills

Relationship management

Business development

Strong communication skills

Attention to detail

Education

Background in business, corporate banking, or accountancy

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Investment Manager (Loan) - Nottingham, High Wycombe

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Client:

Maven Capital Partners

Location:

High Wycombe, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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EU work permit required:

Yes

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Posted:

06.06.2025

Expiry Date:

21.07.2025

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Job Description:

We are currently recruiting for an Investment Manager to join our Maven team on a full-time, permanent basis.

Maven Capital Partners (a subsidiary of Mattioli Woods) is a leading loan, Venture Capital Trust (VCT), Private Equity, and Property Fund Manager. We work with growing businesses of all sizes across various sectors, providing essential capital and expertise to unlock potential and accelerate growth. For more information, visit our website www.mavencp.com.

Maven’s team, based in Nottingham, is responsible for delivering a Debt fund as part of Midlands Engine Investment Fund II (MEIF II), launched by the British Business Bank in 2024 to support regional SMEs. The Fund provides loans ranging from £100,000 to £2 million.

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

WHAT YOU NEED TO SUCCEED

• Experience providing loan finance to UK SMEs.
• Proven track record in originating and executing transactions from initial contact to completion, with a good understanding of loan and security structures and documents.
• Relevant backgrounds include business, commercial, and corporate banking (e.g., relationship management, credit), corporate finance, and accountancy.
• Excellent numeracy skills, including assessing debt transactions and financial analysis.
• Adept relationship management skills and experience working with businesses and stakeholders.
• Successful networking and business development experience.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to prioritize and work under pressure.
• Excellent attention to detail.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Responsibilities may include, but are not limited to:

• Developing and maintaining a network of key business introducers in the East Midlands to promote Maven and MEIF II, and developing a pipeline of deal opportunities.
• Assessing new loan proposals and preparing investment papers for discussion with the MEIF II credit committee.
• Negotiating loan terms with management teams and their advisors, and coordinating due diligence, including AML/KYC processes.
• Developing ongoing productive relationships with portfolio businesses to monitor performance and add value where needed.
• Assessing and monitoring monthly management accounts, covenants (if applicable), and budget information to ensure ongoing debt serviceability.

Your benefits package includes:

• Group Pension (10% paid by Maven)
• Life Assurance (7x your salary)
• Income Protection Insurance
• Private Medical Insurance
• Health Cash Plan
• Enhanced Sick Pay
• Enhanced Maternity and Paternity Pay
• Option to buy additional holidays
• Cycle to work scheme
• 34.5 hours per week

You can select additional benefits to suit your needs.