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Our City Banking client is seeking a Finance individual to join their friendly and busy core Finance team. This role sits at the heart of the Branch's financial governance framework, with responsibility for financial control, accounting integrity, regulatory reporting, and liquidity oversight. Acting as a key point of contact between the Branch, Head Office, auditors, and regulators, the role ensures that all financial activities are executed in line with UK banking regulations, group policy, and best-practice control standards. The position plays a critical role in safeguarding the Branch's financial accuracy, regulatory compliance, and operational resilience. The role will require you onsite 5 days per week in the City of London Head office. Role Summary The role is responsible for overseeing the Branch's financial control, accounting, reporting, and regulatory compliance, while ensuring efficient administrative operations and strong internal controls. Key Responsibilities Ensure all accounting, budgeting, tax, and financial transactions comply with legal, regulatory, and internal procedures. Manage branch inventories, fixed assets, depreciation records, and administrative expenses. Prepare and submit accurate financial, liquidity, tax (VAT & Corporation Tax), and regulatory reports on time. Monitor daily account balances, trial balances, accruals, journals, and suspense accounts, ensuring issues are resolved promptly. Perform reconciliations (Nostro/Vostro), system downloads, and daily liquidity reporting. Oversee payments (invoices, petty cash), banking stationery supply, and other periodic financial reports. Liaise with authorities, auditors, Head Office departments, and represent the Branch when required. Handle audit reports, alternative distribution channel transactions, and correspondence archiving. Governance & Control Maintain strong internal controls, proactively identify risks, and address audit and control findings. Ensure compliance with bank regulations, group policies, and senior management directives. Support effective communication and information flow across the Group. Additional Expectations Prepare and evaluate reports within the area of responsibility. Continuously develop banking and industry knowledge. Provide feedback and guidance to reporting staff (if applicable). Carry out any other duties assigned by senior management or Head Office. Key requirements: University degree is essential Maximum total professional experience of 7 years after graduating At least 1 year of experience within a bank, broker, financial institution, or insurance company Overall experience across all roles will not exceed 7 years, minimum is 2 years please. Basic salary requirements must sit between £35,000 - £42,000 + package You will have the full right to work in the UK without sponsorship however we cant hire individuals who spouse is sponsored either. Working arrangement: Full-time, office-based role Working hours: 9:00-17:00 Five days per week in the office - No remote or hybrid working option is available If you're exploring opportunities like this or scaling your own team, simply google "Market Talent" to see how we support high-growth organisations and candidates across the UK.

Our client, a prestigious banking brand who has been situated in the UK for nearly 50 years, is seeking a new Credit Administration / Mortgage Administration individual. This excellent commercial banking brand has strong business lines into residential mortgages, BTL and commercial real estate lending. The bank is located in the City of London and would ideally see on you onsite 5 days per week. The role entails producing exemplary documentation based on in-house templates, collaborating with internal and external stakeholders/counterparties (Business, Credit, Remedial, Monitoring, Operations, Treasury, panel solicitors and valuers) as needed to ensure each stage is timely managed for a range of lending products which is chiefly made up of real estate loans but also includes a small amount of SME working capital and trade finance facilities. Pre-disbursement: Prepare in house term sheet, facility letter, addendum, etridge, borrower consent, lien on deposit authorisation in a timely manner following credit approval. Solicit fee quotes from valuers and solicitors on panel. Pro-actively follow up with business the return of signed term sheet, facility letter, addendum etc and the required commitment fee. Coordinate and instruct the appointment of solicitors and valuers as chosen by client. Review valuation report. Follow up with solicitors until the legal conveyancing is completed and required documentation are executed in order as per bank's prevailing requirement. Ensuring all Condition Presidents are satisfied.Oversee queries raised by panel solicitors and valuers, resolving issues and/or referring them to the Head of Credit Administration or, where relevant, the Head of Credit Approval, Head of Credit in accordance with delegated authorities. Keep Business updated on the progress. Disbursement: Review and assess Report on title and valuation report, identifying key risks, recommending possible mitigants. Carry out the disbursement processes and booking of loan limit and collateral in system. Liaison with solicitors, valuers, Business, Operations, Credit Approval, Monitoring and Remedial as appropriate. Post completion: Follow up with bank solicitors for full set of dated and signed pdf copies of credit documents. Follow up with bank solicitors for perfection of bank's executed charge documents and thereafter the return of full set of signed and dated original Follow up on any condition subsequent. Maintain proper filing system. Others : Timely maintenance of all data base used by the team. Update of data associated with business pipeline, limits and collateral (e.g. limit, review date, insurance, valuation, tenancy, solicitors and valuers etc). Deliver on service level agreements (SLAs) where applicable. Follow up on revaluation - Instructing Bank's valuers to conduct valuation reviews on properties that are to be revalued and reviewing all reports and raising issues with relevant RM's and Credit approval unit. Participate in any project involving credit administration and its improvement Contribute to UAT and any other adhoc assignments - If you're exploring opportunities like this or scaling your own team, simply google "Market Talent" to see how we support high-growth organisations across the UK.

Our client, a prestigious banking brand who has been situated in the UK for nearly 50 years, is seeking a new Credit Administration / Mortgage Administration individual. This excellent commercial banking brand has strong business lines into residential mortgages, BTL and commercial real estate lending. The bank is located in the City of London and would ideally see on you onsite 5 days per week. The role entails producing exemplary documentation based on in-house templates, collaborating with internal and external stakeholders/counterparties (Business, Credit, Remedial, Monitoring, Operations, Treasury, panel solicitors and valuers) as needed to ensure each stage is timely managed for a range of lending products which is chiefly made up of real estate loans but also includes a small amount of SME working capital and trade finance facilities. Pre-disbursement: Prepare in house term sheet, facility letter, addendum, etridge, borrower consent, lien on deposit authorisation in a timely manner following credit approval. Solicit fee quotes from valuers and solicitors on panel. Pro-actively follow up with business the return of signed term sheet, facility letter, addendum etc and the required commitment fee. Coordinate and instruct the appointment of solicitors and valuers as chosen by client. Review valuation report. Follow up with solicitors until the legal conveyancing is completed and required documentation are executed in order as per bank's prevailing requirement. Ensuring all Condition Presidents are satisfied.Oversee queries raised by panel solicitors and valuers, resolving issues and/or referring them to the Head of Credit Administration or, where relevant, the Head of Credit Approval, Head of Credit in accordance with delegated authorities. Keep Business updated on the progress. Disbursement: Review and assess Report on title and valuation report, identifying key risks, recommending possible mitigants. Carry out the disbursement processes and booking of loan limit and collateral in system. Liaison with solicitors, valuers, Business, Operations, Credit Approval, Monitoring and Remedial as appropriate. Post completion: Follow up with bank solicitors for full set of dated and signed pdf copies of credit documents. Follow up with bank solicitors for perfection of bank's executed charge documents and thereafter the return of full set of signed and dated original Follow up on any condition subsequent. Maintain proper filing system. Others : Timely maintenance of all data base used by the team. Update of data associated with business pipeline, limits and collateral (e.g. limit, review date, insurance, valuation, tenancy, solicitors and valuers etc). Deliver on service level agreements (SLAs) where applicable. Follow up on revaluation - Instructing Bank's valuers to conduct valuation reviews on properties that are to be revalued and reviewing all reports and raising issues with relevant RM's and Credit approval unit. Participate in any project involving credit administration and its improvement Contribute to UAT and any other adhoc assignments - If you're exploring opportunities like this or scaling your own team, simply google "Market Talent" to see how we support high-growth organisations across the UK.

Our client, a prestigious banking brand who has been situated in the UK for nearly 50 years, is seeking a new Credit Administration / Mortgage Administration individual. This excellent commercial banking brand has strong business lines into residential mortgages, BTL and commercial real estate lending. The bank is located in the City of London and would ideally see on you onsite 5 days per week. The role entails producing exemplary documentation based on in-house templates, collaborating with internal and external stakeholders/counterparties (Business, Credit, Remedial, Monitoring, Operations, Treasury, panel solicitors and valuers) as needed to ensure each stage is timely managed for a range of lending products which is chiefly made up of real estate loans but also includes a small amount of SME working capital and trade finance facilities. Pre-disbursement: Prepare in house term sheet, facility letter, addendum, etridge, borrower consent, lien on deposit authorisation in a timely manner following credit approval. Solicit fee quotes from valuers and solicitors on panel. Pro-actively follow up with business the return of signed term sheet, facility letter, addendum etc and the required commitment fee. Coordinate and instruct the appointment of solicitors and valuers as chosen by client. Review valuation report. Follow up with solicitors until the legal conveyancing is completed and required documentation are executed in order as per bank's prevailing requirement. Ensuring all Condition Presidents are satisfied.Oversee queries raised by panel solicitors and valuers, resolving issues and/or referring them to the Head of Credit Administration or, where relevant, the Head of Credit Approval, Head of Credit in accordance with delegated authorities. Keep Business updated on the progress. Disbursement: Review and assess Report on title and valuation report, identifying key risks, recommending possible mitigants. Carry out the disbursement processes and booking of loan limit and collateral in system. Liaison with solicitors, valuers, Business, Operations, Credit Approval, Monitoring and Remedial as appropriate. Post completion: Follow up with bank solicitors for full set of dated and signed pdf copies of credit documents. Follow up with bank solicitors for perfection of bank's executed charge documents and thereafter the return of full set of signed and dated original Follow up on any condition subsequent. Maintain proper filing system. Others : Timely maintenance of all data base used by the team. Update of data associated with business pipeline, limits and collateral (e.g. limit, review date, insurance, valuation, tenancy, solicitors and valuers etc). Deliver on service level agreements (SLAs) where applicable. Follow up on revaluation - Instructing Bank's valuers to conduct valuation reviews on properties that are to be revalued and reviewing all reports and raising issues with relevant RM's and Credit approval unit. Participate in any project involving credit administration and its improvement Contribute to UAT and any other adhoc assignments - If you're exploring opportunities like this or scaling your own team, simply google "Market Talent" to see how we support high-growth organisations across the UK.

Our client, a prestigious banking brand who has been situated in the UK for nearly 50 years, is seeking a new Relationship Support individual. This excdllent commercial banking brand has strong business lines into residential mortgages, BTL and commercial real estate lending. The role will see you in a front line role supporting Business Relationship Managers and support them in effective client portfolio management. The bank is located in Birmingham and would reuqire you onsite 5 days per week. Overview The role is primarily responsible for assisting the Relationship Managers in effective client portfolio management; strong communication skills and the confidence to manage frequent client contact is a key requirement. You will become familiar with a specific client portfolio, develop an understanding of client requirements, plus knowledge of the Bank's range of products (Corporate/Commercial/SME Banking) The role will provide support in Credit proposal processing, relationship facilitation, analysis/documentation and customer services. A key challenge in this role is to develop an understanding of client requirements, plus help the Branch/RM Foster professional relationships with the Bank's clients. Credit Proposal Processing Prepare Various types of proposals for credit facilities, Ensure Cps go through a full balance sheet, income statement and cash flow analysis, Scrutiny of all documents, accounts payment history etc. Relationship Facilitation & Service Follow a structured process as assigned by RM/SRM to service existing customer. May visit the customer with/without RM and write the call report, Resolve client query without further escalation. Must respond promptly to emails and telephone calls. Analysis/Documentation Support Maintain the validity of accounts, monitoring receipt of payments from customer and documentation of their facilities. Monitor all accounts in term of credit movement, business volumes and control including pending/overdue documents and payments. Follow up for upcoming TR due dates and PAD Retirements. Provide regular updates to SRM on performance of accounts allocated. Propose renewal of limits, Maintain insurance policies, Stock reports etc. Resource Coordination Pro-actively work with Branch Operation, Credit, and other function to meet customer requirements as approved by Branch/RM. Act as a reference for inter departmental activities to resolve all client servicing queries Compensation The role offers a generous base of £35,000 plus banking benefits and a yearly bonus with yearly salary reviews. Your first year you should earn approx £45,000 total comp, 2nd year £50,000

Our client, a prestigious banking brand who has been situated in the UK for nearly 50 years, is seeking a new Relationship Support individual. This excdllent commercial banking brand has strong business lines into residential mortgages, BTL and commercial real estate lending. The role will see you in a front line role supporting Business Relationship Managers and support them in effective client portfolio management. The bank is located in Birmingham and would reuqire you onsite 5 days per week. Overview The role is primarily responsible for assisting the Relationship Managers in effective client portfolio management; strong communication skills and the confidence to manage frequent client contact is a key requirement. You will become familiar with a specific client portfolio, develop an understanding of client requirements, plus knowledge of the Bank's range of products (Corporate/Commercial/SME Banking) The role will provide support in Credit proposal processing, relationship facilitation, analysis/documentation and customer services. A key challenge in this role is to develop an understanding of client requirements, plus help the Branch/RM Foster professional relationships with the Bank's clients. Credit Proposal Processing Prepare Various types of proposals for credit facilities, Ensure Cps go through a full balance sheet, income statement and cash flow analysis, Scrutiny of all documents, accounts payment history etc. Relationship Facilitation & Service Follow a structured process as assigned by RM/SRM to service existing customer. May visit the customer with/without RM and write the call report, Resolve client query without further escalation. Must respond promptly to emails and telephone calls. Analysis/Documentation Support Maintain the validity of accounts, monitoring receipt of payments from customer and documentation of their facilities. Monitor all accounts in term of credit movement, business volumes and control including pending/overdue documents and payments. Follow up for upcoming TR due dates and PAD Retirements. Provide regular updates to SRM on performance of accounts allocated. Propose renewal of limits, Maintain insurance policies, Stock reports etc. Resource Coordination Pro-actively work with Branch Operation, Credit, and other function to meet customer requirements as approved by Branch/RM. Act as a reference for inter departmental activities to resolve all client servicing queries Compensation The role offers a generous base of £35,000 plus banking benefits and a yearly bonus with yearly salary reviews. Your first year you should earn approx £45,000 total comp, 2nd year £50,000

We are retained by a highly respected international banking institution with a long-established and influential presence in London. The firm operates at the upper end of the private banking market, advising and supporting high-net-worth individuals and families with complex international needs. As part of continued growth within its London platform, the bank is seeking a Private Banking Assistant to join a best-in-class Private Banking team. This role offers exposure to sophisticated clients, close partnership with senior Relationship Managers, and the opportunity to build a long-term career within a globally connected banking group. The Private Banking Assistant will provide comprehensive day-to-day support to Private Banking Relationship Managers, ensuring the seamless delivery of client service, operational excellence, and regulatory compliance across the client lifecycle. Responsibilities; Supporting Relationship Managers with all aspects of client onboarding, including preparation of account opening documentation, risk assessments, adverse media checks, and welcome communications. Managing account amendments and closures, ensuring accuracy and timeliness throughout. Coordinating the transfer of client relationships between private and retail banking channels where required. Overseeing debit card processes, including ordering, activation, cancellation, fraud investigations, and refunds. Supporting clients with internet banking registration, access issues, and ongoing service queries. Assisting with credit-related activity, including preparation of customer information packs and risk modelling templates for credit applications. Proactively communicating relevant updates to clients regarding the status of their funds and accounts. Maintaining the highest standards of confidentiality, data security, and adherence to internal policies and financial crime frameworks. Working collaboratively with Relationship Managers and internal stakeholders on ad-hoc client and business requirements. Key requirements include: A university degree in Accounting, Economics, Business Administration, or a related discipline. Up to three years' experience within a banking or financial services environment. A sound understanding of banking products, services, systems, and operational procedures. Knowledge of financial markets and the private banking client base. Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to operate professionally across international teams. Cultural awareness and sensitivity, with fluency in Arabic and a strong understanding of Middle Eastern clients and business culture considered essential. A disciplined, methodical approach with strong analytical capability and a commitment to service quality. This is a rare opportunity to join a discreet yet highly regarded private banking platform in London, offering meaningful exposure, structured development, and the chance to work alongside experienced senior bankers in a globally connected institution. If you're exploring opportunities like this or scaling your own team, simply google "Market Talent" to see how we support high-growth organisations across the UK.

We are retained by a highly respected international banking institution with a long-established and influential presence in London. The firm operates at the upper end of the private banking market, advising and supporting high-net-worth individuals and families with complex international needs. As part of continued growth within its London platform, the bank is seeking a Private Banking Assistant to join a best-in-class Private Banking team. This role offers exposure to sophisticated clients, close partnership with senior Relationship Managers, and the opportunity to build a long-term career within a globally connected banking group. The Private Banking Assistant will provide comprehensive day-to-day support to Private Banking Relationship Managers, ensuring the seamless delivery of client service, operational excellence, and regulatory compliance across the client lifecycle. Responsibilities; Supporting Relationship Managers with all aspects of client onboarding, including preparation of account opening documentation, risk assessments, adverse media checks, and welcome communications. Managing account amendments and closures, ensuring accuracy and timeliness throughout. Coordinating the transfer of client relationships between private and retail banking channels where required. Overseeing debit card processes, including ordering, activation, cancellation, fraud investigations, and refunds. Supporting clients with internet banking registration, access issues, and ongoing service queries. Assisting with credit-related activity, including preparation of customer information packs and risk modelling templates for credit applications. Proactively communicating relevant updates to clients regarding the status of their funds and accounts. Maintaining the highest standards of confidentiality, data security, and adherence to internal policies and financial crime frameworks. Working collaboratively with Relationship Managers and internal stakeholders on ad-hoc client and business requirements. Key requirements include: A university degree in Accounting, Economics, Business Administration, or a related discipline. Up to three years' experience within a banking or financial services environment. A sound understanding of banking products, services, systems, and operational procedures. Knowledge of financial markets and the private banking client base. Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to operate professionally across international teams. Cultural awareness and sensitivity, with fluency in Arabic and a strong understanding of Middle Eastern clients and business culture considered essential. A disciplined, methodical approach with strong analytical capability and a commitment to service quality. This is a rare opportunity to join a discreet yet highly regarded private banking platform in London, offering meaningful exposure, structured development, and the chance to work alongside experienced senior bankers in a globally connected institution. If you're exploring opportunities like this or scaling your own team, simply google "Market Talent" to see how we support high-growth organisations across the UK.

Our client, a UK-regulated international bank is seeking an experienced Relationship Manager - Commercial Real Estate to join its London-based corporate lending platform. The role focuses on originating, structuring, and managing UK commercial real estate and loan-against-property / BTL transactions, with full end-to-end ownership of client relationships. This is a front-office lending role offering genuine autonomy, supported by a well-resourced credit, risk, legal, and operations infrastructure. The Role The successful candidate will be responsible for building and managing a portfolio of UK CRE and asset-backed lending clients, ensuring high-quality origination, disciplined credit execution, and ongoing portfolio performance. Key responsibilities include: Origination of Commercial Real Estate / BTL transactions via direct sourcing, internal referrals, brokers, and professional intermediaries. Full credit ownership, including writing credit papers, coordinating with Risk, and presenting to Credit / Executive Committees. Managing transactions from approval through to drawdown, liaising with solicitors, valuers, operations, and internal stakeholders Ongoing portfolio management, covenant monitoring, reporting, and proactive risk management Developing and maintaining strong relationships with brokers, valuers, solicitors, and professional introducers Identifying opportunities for cross-selling relevant banking products and services Ensuring all activity complies with internal policy, regulatory standards, and conduct risk expectations Candidate Profile 5+ years' experience in UK Commercial Real Estate or asset-backed lending Strong track record in origination , credit underwriting, and portfolio management Sound understanding of UK property valuation, legal due diligence, and documentation. Experience working with broker channels and professional intermediaries Confident writing and presenting credit applications. Commercial mindset with disciplined risk judgement. Strong interpersonal skills and ability to operate effectively across internal and external stakeholders. Qualifications & Skills Graduate or Postgraduate qualification Proven business developer / networker Strong numerical and analytical capability Excellent written and verbal communication skills Self-motivated, detail-oriented, and able to manage multiple transactions concurrently If you're exploring opportunities like this or scaling your own team, simply google "Market Talent" to see how we support high-growth organisations across the UK.