Senior Business Development Manager – Bridging & Commercial Finance

JR United Kingdom; Cheltenham; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading property finance lender is seeking a Senior Business Development Manager to enhance its growth. The role involves driving loan origination, leveraging existing networks, and managing business development in the UK bridging finance sector. The ideal candidate will have over five years of experience and a proven ability to create business opportunities and partnerships in the real estate investment market.

Benefits

Cutting-edge technology

Autonomy to shape your territory

Support for fast deployment

Qualifications

• Minimum 5+ years’ experience as a BDM in UK bridging/development finance.
• Proven track record in originating/deploying finance deals.
• Strong network of brokers and property developers.
• Excellent understanding of UK short-term lending landscape.

Responsibilities

• Drive origination and deployment of bridging and commercial short-term loans.
• Manage a pipeline of transactions from initial inquiry to completion.
• Collaborate with teams to ensure smooth execution of loans.
• Meet KPIs related to loan origination and client engagement.

Skills

Negotiation

Communication

Interpersonal Skills

Results-driven

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06.06.2025

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Job Description:

Lendlord Capital is a forward-thinking property finance lender, backed by cutting-edge technology and a deep understanding of the UK real estate investment market. As a part of the wider Lendlord ecosystem, we provide tailored bridging, development, and short-term commercial finance solutions to property professionals, brokers, and developers across the UK.

We are seeking an experienced and highly driven Senior Business Development Manager to join our growing team. This is a pivotal role for an ambitious individual with a strong network of brokers and developers and a deep understanding of the UK bridging and short-term lending market.

Key Responsibilities

• Drive origination and deployment of bridging, development, and commercial short-term loans.
• Leverage existing relationships with brokers, developers, and intermediaries to generate deal flow.
• Actively seek new business opportunities and partnerships.
• Manage and develop a high-quality pipeline of transactions from initial enquiry to completion.
• Collaborate with underwriting, credit, and operations teams to ensure smooth and timely execution.
• Deliver and exceed agreed KPIs related to loan origination, deployment volumes, and client engagement.
• Represent Lendlord Capital at industry events and networking opportunities.

Requirements

• Minimum 5+ years’ experience as a BDM in the UK bridging/development finance space.
• Proven track record of originating and deploying bridging/commercial/development finance deals.
• Strong and active network of brokers and property developers.
• Excellent understanding of the UK short-term property lending landscape.
• Highly motivated, results-driven, and able to work independently.
• Exceptional interpersonal, negotiation, and communication skills.

Why Join Lendlord Capital?

• Join a rapidly growing lender with cutting-edge technology and a clear market advantage.
• Work with a passionate, entrepreneurial team with a shared vision.
• Autonomy to shape your territory and contribute to strategy.
• Established credit lines to support fast deployment.