Vice President - Commercial Credit Sales

Libertas Funding; London; On-site; GBP 88,000 - 149,000; Full time

Job summary

A dynamic fintech company in London seeks a Vice President - Commercial Credit Sales to lead origination efforts in the Northeast region. The role requires extensive experience in commercial lending and a proven record of client relationship management. This position offers a competitive salary and the opportunity to influence regional growth within a collaborative team.

Benefits

Competitive compensation structure

Access to senior leadership

Flexible work environment

Qualifications

• 7–10+ years of experience in commercial lending, banking, or private credit.
• Proven track record in originating relationships with businesses in the $10M–$100M range.
• Self-starter with strong negotiation and relationship-building skills.

Responsibilities

• Proactively source and originate private credit opportunities.
• Build and manage a client network across the Northeast.
• Oversee the full sales cycle and maintain an accurate sales pipeline.

Skills

Commercial lending

Relationship management

Business development

Communication skills

Negotiation skills

Understanding complex financing

Education

Bachelor's degree in business or finance

MBA or relevant certifications (e.g., CFA, CTP)

Job description

Overview

Libertas Funding, LLC is a dynamic fintech, specialty finance company providing capital to small and medium-sized businesses. With over 100 years of combined funding and credit expertise, we work to provide our customers with optimal solutions to meet their funding needs. Libertas maintains a spirit of innovation and customer focus while leveraging our proprietary technology and financial discipline to help our clients reach their goals. We seek qualified candidates who work with integrity and excellence, and who value teamwork, customer service, diversity, and accountability.

Position Overview

Libertas Funding is seeking a high-performing Vice President - Commercial Credit Sales to lead origination efforts across the Northeast region. The ideal candidate will have a proven ability to identify, build, and grow relationships with commercial clients generating $10 million to $100 million in annual revenue.

This role is ideal for professionals with a background in commercial lending or lower middle-market banking who are looking to leverage their networks and experience within a more entrepreneurial, private credit platform.

Key Responsibilities

• Client Acquisition & Relationship Development: Proactively source and originate private credit opportunities by targeting middle-market businesses ($10M–$100M revenue range) across various industries.
• Market Coverage: Build and manage a growing client and referral network across the Northeast—including direct clients, bankers, CPAs, attorneys, financial advisors, and intermediaries.
• Sales Execution: Own the full sales cycle from lead generation to deal structuring in partnership with internal underwriting and credit teams.
• Referral Channel Expansion: Leverage existing relationships (e.g., commercial banks, investment banks, regional lenders) to build a consistent pipeline of qualified opportunities.
• Reporting & Insights: Maintain an accurate and up-to-date sales pipeline; provide insight into market trends and client needs to inform strategy and product development.

Ideal Candidate Profile

• 7–10+ years of experience in commercial lending, banking, private credit, or related financial services, with a focus on middle-market companies.
• Demonstrated success in originating and managing relationships with businesses in the $10M–$100M revenue range.
• Demonstrated annual credit production achievement at a bank or commercial private credit firm over multiple years.
• The ideal candidate is a true self-starter and proactive business developer, capable of generating interest and building new client relationships without relying on the visibility or brand recognition of a major institution
• Strong network of centers of influence (COIs), including bankers, brokers, wealth advisors, and corporate finance professionals.
• Ability to understand and articulate complex financing structures, including bridge, mezzanine, and specialty credit solutions.
• Highly self-motivated, independent, and capable of building a book of business with limited direction.
• Exceptional communication, relationship-building, and negotiation skills.
• Bachelor's degree in business, finance, or related field; MBA or relevant certifications (e.g., CFA, CTP) a plus.

Location & Travel

This is a Northeast-based role (preferred locations: NYC Metro, CT or NJ). Regional travel is expected to meet clients and attend industry events.

Why Join Libertas Funding?

• Entrepreneurial platform with the flexibility and speed of a non-bank lender.
• Competitive compensation structure including base salary and attractive performance incentives.
• Direct access to senior leadership and influence over regional growth strategy.
• Opportunity to originate impactful transactions and work with a collaborative, driven team.

Salary Range: $120K-$200K + Commission

Equal Employment Opportunity & Compliance

Libertas Funding, LLC participates in E-Verify. Libertas Funding, LLC will not sponsor applicants for work visas for this position. Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis. Libertas Funding, LLC provides equal employment opportunities to all applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type with regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by the federal, state, or local laws.

All employment at Libertas Funding, LLC is contingent upon satisfactory reference and background checks.