Senior SME Funding & Relationship Lead

VARGO Group; Oxford; Hybrid; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A funding solutions firm is seeking a Business Development Manager for the South Coast. The role involves origination and management of lending opportunities, significant relationship building within the SME sector, and promoting the business regionally. Candidates should have proven experience in funding environments, excellent presentation skills, and a strong professional network. The position is primarily home-based but requires travel to meet clients and partners. Competitive salary and benefits are offered, including an employer pension contribution and annual leave.

Benefits

Competitive salary

25 days annual leave plus bank holidays

8% employer pension contribution

Death in Service benefit

50% funded private medical scheme

Qualifications

• Demonstrable experience in funding and business support environments.
• Strong professional network in the south coast area.
• Ability to communicate and present to all management levels.

Responsibilities

• Originate lending and investment opportunities.
• Market and promote the business in the region.
• Manage deal pipeline marketing.
• Conduct preliminary eligibility reviews.
• Research potential businesses for funding support.
• Meet with funders and partners in the region.
• Attend networking and partner events.

Skills

Origination of lending opportunities

Relationship building

Marketing & promotion

Excellent presentation skills

IT proficiency (Microsoft Office 365)

Job description

A funding solutions firm is seeking a Business Development Manager for the South Coast. The role involves origination and management of lending opportunities, significant relationship building within the SME sector, and promoting the business regionally. Candidates should have proven experience in funding environments, excellent presentation skills, and a strong professional network. The position is primarily home-based but requires travel to meet clients and partners. Competitive salary and benefits are offered, including an employer pension contribution and annual leave.