Private Banking Director - Real Estate Finance

Metro Bank; London; On-site; GBP 200,000 +; Full time

Job summary

A leading banking institution in London is seeking a Private Banking professional focused on Commercial Real Estate lending. The role involves managing HNW clients, delivering on lending objectives, and enhancing the bank's brand in the property market. Candidates should possess relationship management expertise and experience in Real Estate Finance. The position offers competitive salary and comprehensive benefits including training and career opportunities.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Discretionary bonus

Generous holiday

Pension plan

Healthcare

Life assurance

Employee discounts

Qualifications

• Proven experience in commercial/corporate Real Estate Finance.
• Strong capabilities in deal structuring and credit origination.
• Experience in Private Banking or Boutique firms with focus on HNW clients.
• Ability to manage and mentor teams effectively.

Responsibilities

• Focus on Commercial, Residential & Mixed-Use Real Estate lending.
• Manage HNW client portfolio and acquire new clients.
• Support brand reputation in the property market.
• Deliver on lending objectives while managing risks.
• Build long-term client relationships.

Skills

Relationship management skills

Credit origination skills

Experience with HNW clients

Coaching and mentoring skills

Client portfolio management

Exceptional service focus

Job description

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25.08.2025

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Job Description:

What you will do:

• Focus on Commercial, Residential & Mixed-Use Real Estate lending as part of a broader Private Banking relationship, including growing your deposit book, regulated mortgage leads, and generating other income and fees for the bank.
• Support the Head of Private Banking in representing Metro Bank in the property market, building our brand reputation among customers and professionals.
• Manage an active portfolio of HNW individuals, focusing on Commercial Real Estate lending customers and acquiring new clients.
• Deliver on lending and other objectives, responding to risk, market, and regulatory challenges.
• Promote an innovative Private Banking brand focusing on excellent customer service.
• Understand HNWI banking requirements and present borrowing needs to underwriters and credit committees.
• Build long-term relationships with clients to encourage their day-to-day banking to move to Metro Bank.

Risk management is integral to our operations. We value responsibility, integrity, and transparency in our team.

What you will need:

• Proven relationship management skills and sector knowledge in commercial/corporate Real Estate Finance.
• Excellent credit origination and deal structuring skills in Real Estate Finance.
• Experience from Private Banks or Boutique organizations, with a focus on acquiring and managing HNW clients.
• Line management experience, mentoring, and coaching skills.
• A strong track record of building a client portfolio and strategic acquisition.
• A passion for providing exceptional service and convenience.
• Confidence in presenting client needs to underwriters and credit committees.
• Ability to develop long-term client relationships and transition their banking to Metro Bank.
• Coaching and regulatory compliance experience.
• Alignment with our Values and Culture, with a keen interest in our offerings for commercial customers.

Understand the risks associated with your role and their implications for you and stakeholders.

Our promise to you:

• Competitive salary, discretionary bonus, and benefits including generous holiday, pension, healthcare, life assurance, and discounts.
• Training and internal career progression opportunities, with around 40% of promotions from within.