Portfolio Manager - Development Finance

6w1 month ago

LendInvest

London, GB · Full-time · £65,000 – £85,000

About this role

LendInvest is the UK’s leading FinTech platform for property finance. Over 17 years, it has grown from two founders to over 200 team members, lending more than £7.5 billion in mortgages. The company launched on the London Stock Exchange with plans to expand business, products, technology, and people.

The Portfolio Manager joins the Development Finance team, reporting to the Operations Manager. Responsibilities span managing opportunities from due diligence to completion, overseeing facilities to Practical Completion and redemption. This role suits those with Development Finance experience seeking skill growth.

Daily work involves assisting stakeholders, liaising with professionals like Valuers and Solicitors, and proactively managing facilities as main contact for Borrowers and teams. Manage drawn facilities via PMS reports, process drawdowns per LI policies, and handle Credit Amendments. Undertake site visits and input accurate loan data.

A workplace culture emphasizes trying new things, getting things done, and having fun. Contribute to process improvements, support the team, and build client relationships to enhance career profile. Hybrid working supports balance in a dynamic finance environment.

Growth opportunities arise in a scaling FinTech with big plans, fostering development in property finance expertise and professional networks.

Requirements

Experience of Development Finance at a similar lender preferable
Clear and confident communicator at all levels (face to face, verbal & written)
Good presentation skills and ability to form personable relationships quickly
Ability to build and maintain long term business relationships
Detailed approach and excellent organisational skills
Ability to manage high volume of cases with precise updates to stakeholders
Ability to work well under pressure to meet strict deadlines
Ability to adapt to system and process changes

Responsibilities

Assist all stakeholders with the application process and ensure prompt responses with updates
Liaise with and instruct professionals (Valuers, Quantity Surveyors, Solicitors), reviewing reports for Credit Underwriting
Proactively manage facilities through due diligence as main contact for Borrower, Professionals, and Internal Stakeholders
Manage portfolio of drawn facilities, reviewing PMS progress reports and processing drawdowns per LI policies
Produce Credit Amendment papers, present to Credit, and oversee completion
Maintain full understanding of funding line requirements
Input loan details accurately in database system, keeping data timely
Undertake site visits to understand schemes and potential issues