Relationship Director | S3 | Corporate Clients | Yorkshire & North East (LeedsSheffield

Banco Santander; Leeds; Hybrid; GBP 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading banking institution is seeking a Relationship Director based in Leeds/Sheffield to manage and grow relationships with Mid Corporate Clients. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record in corporate banking, strong communication skills, and a commitment to driving business development. This role offers competitive benefits including a car allowance and private medical insurance, within a hybrid working environment.

Benefits

30 days holiday plus bank holidays

£6,000 car allowance

Company-funded private medical insurance

Employee product discounts

Enhanced family leave

Qualifications

• Proven experience managing corporate/commercial banking relationships.
• Strong service and relationship management skills.
• Ability to structure and negotiate complex lending solutions.
• In-depth understanding of corporate banking products.
• Optimistic mindset promoting Santander’s values.
• Experience leading and mentoring others.

Responsibilities

• Manage and grow relationships with Mid Corporate Clients.
• Develop tailored funding and lending solutions.
• Act as a trusted adviser on relationships.
• Ensure compliance with credit policies and standards.
• Drive business development and support revenue growth.
• Provide coaching and mentoring to Relationship Managers.

Skills

Relationship management

Communication skills

Commercial acumen

Leadership

Education

Degree-level education in Business, Finance, Economics or Accounting

Tools

Salesforce

nCino

Office 365

Job description

Relationship Director S3 Corporate Clients Yorkshire & North East (Leeds / Sheffield)

Country: United Kingdom

FTE – Relationship Director S‑3 Corporate Clients Leeds / Sheffield

IT STARTS HERE

Santander is evolving into a technology-driven organisation with a focus on customer‑centric transformation. Join us to drive bold thinking, innovation, and a risk‑aware culture.

THE DIFFERENCE YOU MAKE

We are looking for a Relationship Director based in Leeds / Sheffield to manage and grow relationships with Mid Corporate Clients, many with private equity investment or complex requirements.

Key responsibilities include:

• Leading a portfolio of corporate clients and driving growth through acquisition, relationship management and retention in line with Santander’s strategic priorities.
• Developing tailored funding and lending solutions, collaborating with Credit Risk, Portfolio Management and Treasury.
• Acting as a trusted adviser, building long‑term relationships and enhancing Santander’s profile in the marketplace.
• Managing risk and ensuring compliance with credit policies, regulatory frameworks and financial‑crime standards while maintaining portfolio quality.
• Driving business development, proactively identifying new opportunities and supporting sustainable revenue growth.
• Providing coaching, performance management and mentoring to Relationship Managers.
• Championing digital adoption using Salesforce, nCino and other CRM platforms to improve onboarding, data integrity and client experience.
• Promoting Santander’s values and culture as an ambassador for the bank.

WHAT YOU'LL BRING

Professional Experience

• Proven experience managing corporate / commercial banking relationships with a track record of acquisition, development and retention. Essential
• First‑class service and strong relationship management skills with excellent communication. Essential
• Ability to structure, negotiate and execute complex lending or funding solutions, including preparing and presenting credit proposals. Essential
• In‑depth understanding of corporate banking products, credit risk management and financial analysis, ideally within a major UK or international bank. Essential
• Optimistic mindset, ability to inspire and embrace challenges, promoting Santander’s values. Essential
• Experience leading, mentoring or coaching Relationship Managers or similar professionals. Preferred

Education

• Degree‑level education in Business, Finance, Economics or Accounting, or equivalent experience. Preferred
• Professional banking or finance qualification (e.g., Chartered Banker Diploma, ACIB, CFA, ACCA or working towards). Preferred
• Advanced credit and risk analysis training or certification. Preferred
• Ongoing commitment to professional development and regulatory awareness. Essential

Languages

• Fluent English (spoken and written) – Essential (Required)
• Additional European language skills (e.g., Spanish or Portuguese) – Preferred

Hard Skills

• Advanced credit and financial analysis – assess risk and structure complex lending solutions.
• Strong commercial acumen and understanding of corporate banking products and markets.
• Digital proficiency – confident use of Salesforce, nCino and Office 365.

Soft Skills

• Exceptional relationship management and communication skills.
• Leadership and coaching ability to develop others.
• Resilient and optimistic mindset – approach challenges positively.

WORKING FOR UPPERLEVEL

We value your impact. Benefits include:

• 30 days holiday plus bank holidays (31 days after 5 years), with option to purchase up to 5 contractual days per year.
• £6,000 car allowance per year.
• Company‑funded private medical insurance and protection benefits.
• Share plans and employee product discounts.
• Competitive rewards and wellbeing support with a range of partners.
• Enhanced family leave, childcare options and tailored wellbeing support.
• Volunteering opportunities and global growth opportunities.

Local compliance: we are an inclusive organisation providing equal opportunities for all, and we are committed to an accessible, fair and welcoming recruitment experience. Roles are site‑based with a hybrid pattern.

Right to work in the UK: candidates must have the right to work in the UK. Visa status will not influence the decision; if no right to work, the application will not proceed.

WHAT TO DO NEXT

If this sounds like a role you are interested in, please apply.