Junior Portfolio Manager - Specialist Lending

  • MARKET TALENT
  • Oct 18, 2025
Full time Banking Finance

Job Description

A highly prestigious and well-capitalised property finance lender, specialising in real estate, bridging, and buy-to-let (BTL) development finance, is expanding its UK operations. Backed by strong institutional funding and a proven track record of growth, the business has built an outstanding reputation for delivering creative funding solutions to brokers, investors, and property developers nationwide.

This is an exciting opportunity to join a fast-growing, relationship-driven lender at an early stage in your career - where you'll learn directly from experienced professionals, manage active loan portfolios, and play a visible role in supporting clients across the UK property market.

The Opportunity

As a Junior Portfolio Manager, you'll work closely with senior team members to support the effective management of live lending relationships. You'll gain a deep understanding of how bridging and development loans are monitored, serviced, and managed - with direct exposure to clients, brokers, and internal operations.

This is a dynamic, outward-facing position that combines analytical rigour with real client interaction. You'll regularly attend industry events, property investment exhibitions, and regional roadshows, representing the business and supporting relationship development. You'll also be involved in client meetings, site visits, and project updates, giving you first-hand exposure to the property finance lifecycle.

Key Responsibilities
  • Support the management of a portfolio of bridging and development finance loans.
  • Assist in monitoring loan performance, client repayments, and drawdown schedules.
  • Liaise with brokers, solicitors, valuers, and internal credit teams to ensure smooth deal management.
  • Attend property investment shows, exhibitions, and real estate events to build market relationships.
  • Join client meetings and site visits to understand project progress and commercial dynamics.
  • Maintain up-to-date client and deal records in the CRM system.
  • Support senior Portfolio Managers in preparing internal portfolio reports and management updates.
  • Contribute to new business opportunities by identifying cross-sell and retention prospects.
  • Work collaboratively across credit, operations, and risk to ensure client satisfaction and loan compliance.
About You

We're looking for a motivated, detail-oriented, and commercially minded individual who wants to build a long-term career in property finance. You'll be proactive, confident with numbers, and eager to develop client-facing skills.

Ideal Profile:

  • 1-3 years' experience in financial services, property, or client relationship management (or strong interest in entering this field).
  • Excellent communication skills with the confidence to engage clients and brokers professionally.
  • Strong organisational skills with attention to accuracy and deadlines.
  • A genuine interest in real estate, bridging, and development finance.
  • Willingness to attend events, exhibitions, and client meetings regularly.
  • Ambitious, team-oriented, and eager to progress into a senior portfolio or relationship management role.
Why Join

This is a rare opportunity to build your career in one of the UK's most vibrant and fast-moving sectors. You'll receive hands-on mentorship, real industry exposure, and the opportunity to work alongside highly respected professionals in property lending.

If you're enthusiastic, driven, and excited by the idea of working within a high-growth, well-capitalised property finance environment - this role will give you the training, exposure, and momentum to become a leading professional in the field.

Applications close Friday, 24th October