Fusion Recruitment Limited

Finance Assistant - Property Finance Location: Finchley, Church End (Office-Based - 5 Days per Week) Job Type: Full-Time, Permanent Salary: £40,000 - £45,000 (Dependent on Experience) About the Role An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced and highly organised Finance Assistant to join a growing specialist property finance lender. The business provides flexible funding solutions across bridging and development finance within the residential and commercial property sectors. This role offers the opportunity to work closely with underwriting, sales, and operations teams, supporting the finance function and ensuring the smooth day-to-day running of accounts processes. Key Responsibilities Bank reconciliations across multiple accounts Bookkeeping and journal entries Processing daily payments and payment runs Receivables allocation and monitoring Supporting credit control functions and reporting Preparing portfolio statements for funders Drafting mortgage and repayment statements for borrowers Managing and responding to accounts-related queries Assisting with internal and external audits Maintaining accurate financial records and documentation General finance and administrative support Skills & Experience Required Minimum 5 years' experience in an accounts or finance position Experience within property finance, bridging finance, buy-to-let, residential, or commercial lending is highly desirable Experience using accounting software such as QuickBooks, Xero, or similar Strong knowledge of double-entry bookkeeping Experience with accounts payable and accounts receivable Strong numerical and analytical skills Excellent attention to detail and organisational abilities Strong communication skills with a client-focused approach Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, Outlook, and SharePoint Accounting or bookkeeping qualifications preferred What's on Offer Competitive salary of £40,000-£45,000 dependent on experience 20 days annual leave plus bank holidays Private medical insurance Pension scheme Ongoing professional development and training Monthly company-funded team events Dynamic, collaborative, and supportive working environment Opportunity to join a growing specialist lender with strong career development prospects Apply If you are an experienced Finance Assistant looking to further your career within the property finance sector, we would be delighted to hear from you. Apply today for a confidential discussion.

Asset Manager - Development & Refurbishment Location: Finchley, London Job Type: Full-Time, Permanent Salary: Circa £50,000 per annum About the Opportunity A growing specialist property lender is seeking an experienced Asset Manager to join its expanding Asset Management team. The business provides residential, mixed-use, commercial, and development bridging finance across the UK and has built a reputation for delivering funding solutions with speed, expertise, and a hands-on approach. This is an excellent opportunity for a technically strong and commercially minded property professional looking to take ownership of a diverse portfolio of development and refurbishment projects. You will play a key role in monitoring live schemes, managing borrower relationships, identifying and mitigating risks, and supporting successful project delivery and loan exits. Key Responsibilities Development & Refurbishment Monitoring Review and approve drawdown requests on active development and refurbishment schemes. Assess project progress, cost-to-complete positions, variations, delays, and monitoring surveyor reports. Identify emerging risks and provide structured mitigation recommendations. Ensure projects remain on track in terms of budget, programme, and viability. Pre-Funding Technical Assessment Review proposed development and refurbishment projects prior to funding. Assess scope of works, cost plans, programmes, specifications, drawings, warranties, and insurance arrangements. Identify buildability concerns, delivery risks, and factors that may impact project viability. Planning & Regulatory Oversight Review planning permissions, planning conditions, Section 106 obligations, and Community Infrastructure Levy (CIL) requirements. Liaise with architects, planning consultants, contractors, and local authorities. Monitor regulatory and planning compliance throughout the loan lifecycle. Distressed Asset Management Take ownership of underperforming or distressed loans. Work closely with borrowers and professional advisers to develop recovery and remediation strategies. Support enforcement actions, receivership processes, cost-to-complete reviews, and disposal strategies where required. Protect lender exposure while maximising recovery outcomes. Portfolio Management & Reporting Maintain regular communication with borrowers and project teams. Produce clear and concise portfolio reports for senior management. Prepare information for internal credit committees regarding higher-risk assets. Provide asset-level insights to support underwriting decisions and exit planning. Skills & Experience Required Experience within property development, construction, development management, project monitoring, or refurbishment oversight. Strong understanding of construction programmes, schedules of work, cost plans, and technical project documentation. Knowledge of planning processes, building regulations, Section 106 agreements, and CIL obligations. Commercially minded with strong risk assessment and problem-solving skills. Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously. Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills. Self-motivated, solutions-focused, and able to thrive in a fast-paced environment. Desirable Previous experience within development finance, property lending, monitoring surveying, consultancy, or asset management. Exposure to distressed debt, enforcement strategies, or receivership processes. Experience working on the lender side and preparing portfolio or credit reporting. What's on Offer Competitive salary of approximately £50,000 Opportunity to join a growing and ambitious specialist lender Experience within property development, construction, development management, project monitoring, or refurbishment oversight. Strong understanding of construction programmes, schedules of work, cost plans, and technical project documentation. Knowledge of planning processes, building regulations, Section 106 agreements, and CIL obligations. Experience within property development, construction, development management, project monitoring, or refurbishment oversight. Strong understanding of construction programmes, schedules of work, cost plans, and technical project documentation. Knowledge of planning processes, building regulations, Section 106 agreements, and CIL obligations. Direct interaction with senior management and decision-makers Career development opportunities within an expanding business Collaborative and professional working environment If you have a strong background in property development, refurbishment, asset management, or development finance and are looking for a role where you can make a genuine impact on portfolio performance, we would be delighted to hear from you. Apply today for a confidential discussion.