Lendable
hackajob is collaborating with Lendable to connect them with exceptional professionals for this role. About Lendable Lendable is on a mission to build the world's best technology to help people get credit and save money. We're building one of the world's leading fintech companies and are off to a strong start: One of the UK's newest unicorns with a team of just over 700 people Among the fastest-growing tech companies in the UK Profitable since 2017 Backed by top investors including Balderton Capital and Goldman Sachs Loved by customers with the best reviews in the market (4.9 across 10,000s of reviews on Trustpilot) So far, we've rebuilt the Big Three consumer finance products from scratch: loans, credit cards and car finance . We get money into our customers' hands in minutes instead of days. We're growing fast, and there's a lot more to do: we're going after the two biggest Western markets (UK and US) where trillions worth of financial products are held by big banks with dated systems and painful processes. Join us if you want to Take ownership across a broad remit. You are trusted to make decisions that drive a material impact on the direction and success of Lendable from day 1 Work in small teams of exceptional people, who are relentlessly resourceful to solve problems and find smarter solutions than the status quo Build the best technology in-house , using new data sources, machine learning and AI to make machines do the heavy lifting About the Role We are one of the fastest growing auto finance companies in the UK - we currently operate in broker channels as well as key dealer accounts, and are now looking for top quality Regional Managers to help us grow our product in the independent dealer network. We are seeking a highly motivated and commercially driven Regional Account Manager to lead new business acquisition across an assigned territory within the motor finance sector. This is a role focused on building and managing a presence in dealerships - approximately 70% of the role's focus will be dedicated to winning new dealer relationships and generating new business opportunities, and 30% focused on managing and developing existing accounts. The successful candidate will play a key role in expanding market presence, increasing dealer partnerships, and driving finance volumes in a compliant and sustainable way through proactive business development activity and account management. Volumes delivered must be consistent with the FCA's Consumer Duty, fair value, and good customer outcomes. Key Responsibilities New Business Development (70%) Identify, target, and acquire new franchised and independent motor dealer partnerships across the region Build and maintain a strong pipeline of prospective dealer accounts Conduct regular field visits, networking activity, and outbound prospecting to generate new opportunities Deliver compelling presentations and commercial proposals to dealer principals and senior stakeholders Negotiate commercial terms and onboard new dealer partners effectively Support introducer due diligence on prospective dealers - FCA permissions, SAF Approved status, financial standing, complaints history and governance - and decline opportunities that don't meet our standards Grow finance penetration through quality applications and well-matched customer outcomes within newly acquired accounts Monitor market trends, competitor activity, and regional opportunities to maximise growth Account Management (30%) Maintain and develop relationships with existing dealer partners Support dealers with product training, process improvements, and performance management Conduct regular account reviews to ensure good regulatory oversight and identify opportunities for additional growth Ensure high levels of service and responsiveness across the dealer network Work collaboratively with internal operations, and support teams to deliver an excellent partner experience Support monitoring of dealer conduct indicators - application quality, cancellations, early settlements, complaints, vulnerable customer handling - and act on early warning signs Collect feedback and ideas for product improvement to feedback into the Product team Key Skills & Experience Essential Proven track record in business development or field sales within motor finance, automotive, or financial services Demonstrable success in winning new business and building dealer relationships Self-starter with the ability to manage a territory independently Excellent communication and relationship-building abilities Strong commercial awareness and negotiation skills Full UK driving licence Working knowledge of the FCA Handbook, the Consumer Duty, vulnerable customer expectations, and motor finance commission/disclosure rules Desirable Existing network within the automotive dealer sector. Experience working for a lender, broker, or captive finance organisation Knowledge of retail finance, stocking finance, or ancillary motor finance products CRM and sales pipeline management experience. Experience supporting dealers through Consumer Duty implementation Personal Attributes Target-driven with the ability to identify and convert sales leads Energetic, resilient, and proactive Confident engaging with senior decision-makers Strong organisational and territory planning skills Commercially focused with a results-oriented mindset Comfortable using data to manage performance and SLAs Professional and customer-focused approach Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) New business finance volume Pipeline generation and conversion rates Regional growth targets Dealer activation and retention Existing account growth and engagement Compliance and quality standards Life at Lendable Winning team: the opportunity to scale up one of the world's most successful fintech companies Flexible working: flexible approach tailored to each role. Hybrid roles require three days in-office weekly; fully remote roles include regular opportunities for in-person connection through socials and off-sites Socials & connection: opportunities and events to come together, socialise, and get to know each other beyond the office walls Health coverage: support for your physical and mental wellbeing, including private health cover Retirement & savings: long-term financial wellbeing through retirement savings plans Employee referral programme: earn a competitive bonus when you refer successful new team members Office meals & snacks: enjoy a fully stocked kitchen, plus complimentary lunches prepared by in-house chefs on in-office days at select locations Sustainable commuting: cycle-to-work and electric vehicle salary sacrifice schemes available in select locations Please note: The availability and details of specific benefits vary by location and role. For more information, please speak to your Talent Partner. Check out our blog!
hackajob is collaborating with Lendable to connect them with exceptional professionals for this role. About Lendable Lendable is on a mission to build the world's best technology to help people get credit and save money. We're building one of the world's leading fintech companies and are off to a strong start: One of the UK's newest unicorns with a team of just over 700 people Among the fastest-growing tech companies in the UK Profitable since 2017 Backed by top investors including Balderton Capital and Goldman Sachs Loved by customers with the best reviews in the market (4.9 across 10,000s of reviews on Trustpilot) So far, we've rebuilt the Big Three consumer finance products from scratch: loans, credit cards and car finance . We get money into our customers' hands in minutes instead of days. We're growing fast, and there's a lot more to do: we're going after the two biggest Western markets (UK and US) where trillions worth of financial products are held by big banks with dated systems and painful processes. Join us if you want to Take ownership across a broad remit. You are trusted to make decisions that drive a material impact on the direction and success of Lendable from day 1 Work in small teams of exceptional people, who are relentlessly resourceful to solve problems and find smarter solutions than the status quo Build the best technology in-house , using new data sources, machine learning and AI to make machines do the heavy lifting About the Role We are one of the fastest growing auto finance companies in the UK - we currently operate in broker channels as well as key dealer accounts, and are now looking for top quality Regional Managers to help us grow our product in the independent dealer network. We are seeking a highly motivated and commercially driven Regional Account Manager to lead new business acquisition across an assigned territory within the motor finance sector. This is a role focused on building and managing a presence in dealerships - approximately 70% of the role's focus will be dedicated to winning new dealer relationships and generating new business opportunities, and 30% focused on managing and developing existing accounts. The successful candidate will play a key role in expanding market presence, increasing dealer partnerships, and driving finance volumes in a compliant and sustainable way through proactive business development activity and account management. Volumes delivered must be consistent with the FCA's Consumer Duty, fair value, and good customer outcomes. Key Responsibilities New Business Development (70%) Identify, target, and acquire new franchised and independent motor dealer partnerships across the region Build and maintain a strong pipeline of prospective dealer accounts Conduct regular field visits, networking activity, and outbound prospecting to generate new opportunities Deliver compelling presentations and commercial proposals to dealer principals and senior stakeholders Negotiate commercial terms and onboard new dealer partners effectively Support introducer due diligence on prospective dealers - FCA permissions, SAF Approved status, financial standing, complaints history and governance - and decline opportunities that don't meet our standards Grow finance penetration through quality applications and well-matched customer outcomes within newly acquired accounts Monitor market trends, competitor activity, and regional opportunities to maximise growth Account Management (30%) Maintain and develop relationships with existing dealer partners Support dealers with product training, process improvements, and performance management Conduct regular account reviews to ensure good regulatory oversight and identify opportunities for additional growth Ensure high levels of service and responsiveness across the dealer network Work collaboratively with internal operations, and support teams to deliver an excellent partner experience Support monitoring of dealer conduct indicators - application quality, cancellations, early settlements, complaints, vulnerable customer handling - and act on early warning signs Collect feedback and ideas for product improvement to feedback into the Product team Key Skills & Experience Essential Proven track record in business development or field sales within motor finance, automotive, or financial services Demonstrable success in winning new business and building dealer relationships Self-starter with the ability to manage a territory independently Excellent communication and relationship-building abilities Strong commercial awareness and negotiation skills Full UK driving licence Working knowledge of the FCA Handbook, the Consumer Duty, vulnerable customer expectations, and motor finance commission/disclosure rules Desirable Existing network within the automotive dealer sector. Experience working for a lender, broker, or captive finance organisation Knowledge of retail finance, stocking finance, or ancillary motor finance products CRM and sales pipeline management experience. Experience supporting dealers through Consumer Duty implementation Personal Attributes Target-driven with the ability to identify and convert sales leads Energetic, resilient, and proactive Confident engaging with senior decision-makers Strong organisational and territory planning skills Commercially focused with a results-oriented mindset Comfortable using data to manage performance and SLAs Professional and customer-focused approach Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) New business finance volume Pipeline generation and conversion rates Regional growth targets Dealer activation and retention Existing account growth and engagement Compliance and quality standards Life at Lendable Winning team: the opportunity to scale up one of the world's most successful fintech companies Flexible working: flexible approach tailored to each role. Hybrid roles require three days in-office weekly; fully remote roles include regular opportunities for in-person connection through socials and off-sites Socials & connection: opportunities and events to come together, socialise, and get to know each other beyond the office walls Health coverage: support for your physical and mental wellbeing, including private health cover Retirement & savings: long-term financial wellbeing through retirement savings plans Employee referral programme: earn a competitive bonus when you refer successful new team members Office meals & snacks: enjoy a fully stocked kitchen, plus complimentary lunches prepared by in-house chefs on in-office days at select locations Sustainable commuting: cycle-to-work and electric vehicle salary sacrifice schemes available in select locations Please note: The availability and details of specific benefits vary by location and role. For more information, please speak to your Talent Partner. Check out our blog!
Baxterstorey
Winchester, Hampshire
Head Chef - Winchester Company Description Head Chef Winchester Coffee, Lunch, Brunch Cafe, & Events Up to 45,000 Benefits: 28 Days holiday including bank holidays Plus your birthday off Free on-site parking 3 volunteering days 3 days' grandparent leave. 24 weeks enhanced maternity leave. Secondary carer leave Wedding/commitment day leave. Free meals on shift. Bespoke training and development opportunities Apprenticeship opportunities for all experience levels Pension and life insurance. Discounts available from the Perkbox app, from high street shops to holidays & cinema. Wellbeing hub. Access to an employee assistance program. Cycle to work scheme. Calling all culinary connoisseurs who are OBSESSED about food, we need you! If you have an insatiable appetite for the culinary arts and a burning desire to create food that delights customers and clients, then look no further. At BaxterStorey we offer an exceptional culinary playground where your creativity can flourish, your talents can shine and we wholeheartedly believe in nourishing talent and empowering our chefs to continuously evolve, refine their craft, and create a development partnership together to ensure professional growth opportunities. This is a fantastic opportunity for a skilled Head Chef to make a name for themselves within the food service industry and be a part of setting the new standard for workplace hospitality. Job Description The Role We are seeking an experienced and passionate Head Chef to lead our culinary team driving menu innovation, operational excellence, and team development. This is an opportunity to shape a dynamic kitchen, inspire creativity, and elevate an exceptional food menu. This role is ideal for a dynamic leader who thrives in a fast-paced hospitality environment and is committed to delivering high-quality fine dining experiences. Key Responsibilities: Establish and maintain standard operating procedures for food preparation, plating, and presentation. Stay updated with the latest culinary trends and techniques, bringing innovation and creativity to menu development. Leading and mentoring a high-performing kitchen team, fostering a culture of excellence, collaboration, and professional growth. Create and design menus for hospitality meetings, and events, target audience, and seasonal availability of ingredients. Develop new recipes, ensuring a balance between creativity, taste, and profitability. Collaborate with the management team to establish pricing, portion sizes, and cost-effective menu strategies to meet targets. Oversee all aspects of food preparation, ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations, sanitation standards, and food quality controls. Manage inventory levels, ordering, and stock rotation to minimize waste and maintain optimal ingredient freshness. Maintain accurate records of food costs, inventory, and production. Attend management meetings and actively participate in discussions on menu updates, specials, and customer feedback. Provide guidance and support to kitchen staff during peak service periods or in challenging situations. Enforce high standards of cleanliness and hygiene throughout the kitchen, following local health regulations and company policies. Implement and maintain proper food handling and safety practices, training staff accordingly. Conduct regular kitchen inspections and follow up on corrective actions. Collaborating with the regional culinary team, suppliers, and event coordinators to deliver seamless dining experiences. Driving a customer and guest-focused culture, ensuring every dish contributes to the food culture of BaxterStorey. Oversee kitchen rotas, staff performance, and training to maintain high operational standards. Qualifications Proven experience working as a Head Chef or similar role for 5+ years. Have an obsession for food and creating experiences You can demonstrate that managing, training, and supporting a team has been an important part of your career to date Financially astute, you are very analytical and know how to create and maintain budgets and drive commercial performance Excellent coaching, delegation, and influencing skills Ability to prioritize multiple projects in a fast-paced, multi-faceted, creative environment and able to thrive under pressure Meticulous organizational abilities and a high attention to detail Empathetic, clear, and highly effective verbal and written communication Ability to adapt to challenges and opportunities with a solution-oriented perspective Excellent strategic thinking and critical reasoning skills Works according to the BaxterStorey core values Additional Information For almost 20 years, for every client, in every location (whether that's an office, stadium, cathedral or university), we have created beautiful spaces, exciting menus and friendly teams, so that each and every customer can have the hospitality experience they deserve. We need the brightest and the best to join us to make this all possible. We will support you to create your hospitality legacy and build a career that you are proud of. Our drive and belief in our people, means that we always strive to supercharge our team's careers. 'Better' is a daily habit that sits deep within our DNA, meaning learning will be front and centre of your experience working with us. Join us, and be part of the food revolution! BaxterStorey Values: ALWAYS VISIONARY We strive for better, we never settle, never compromise, never follow. We lead the way, blazing our own trail. WHOLEHEARTEDLY POSITIVE We are up-beat, motivating and inspiring. Our love for what we do radiates through our food, and is amplified by our people. CREATIVELY COLLABORATIVE We embrace our differences to push creativity and we work together to be better. FOREVER CONSCIOUS We work together as a team to lead by example, protecting the planet and supporting local communities. Interested? Even if you don't meet all requirements, we'd like to hear from you. If you are motivated and hungry to learn, we can work together to develop your potential. We are proud to be an inclusive employer and welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds. We celebrate individuality and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We encourage applications from people of all ages, abilities, gender identities, sexual orientations, races, religions, and socio-economic backgrounds. BaxterStorey is committed to encouraging equity, diversity, and inclusion (ED&I) among our workforce and aim for our workforce to be truly representative of all sections of society, and for each employee to feel respected and able to give their best. To support our commitment to this we have set ourselves an ambition to 'set the standard and to be recognised for having the most inclusive culture in hospitality'. Join us and bring your unique perspective to our team.
Head Chef - Winchester Company Description Head Chef Winchester Coffee, Lunch, Brunch Cafe, & Events Up to 45,000 Benefits: 28 Days holiday including bank holidays Plus your birthday off Free on-site parking 3 volunteering days 3 days' grandparent leave. 24 weeks enhanced maternity leave. Secondary carer leave Wedding/commitment day leave. Free meals on shift. Bespoke training and development opportunities Apprenticeship opportunities for all experience levels Pension and life insurance. Discounts available from the Perkbox app, from high street shops to holidays & cinema. Wellbeing hub. Access to an employee assistance program. Cycle to work scheme. Calling all culinary connoisseurs who are OBSESSED about food, we need you! If you have an insatiable appetite for the culinary arts and a burning desire to create food that delights customers and clients, then look no further. At BaxterStorey we offer an exceptional culinary playground where your creativity can flourish, your talents can shine and we wholeheartedly believe in nourishing talent and empowering our chefs to continuously evolve, refine their craft, and create a development partnership together to ensure professional growth opportunities. This is a fantastic opportunity for a skilled Head Chef to make a name for themselves within the food service industry and be a part of setting the new standard for workplace hospitality. Job Description The Role We are seeking an experienced and passionate Head Chef to lead our culinary team driving menu innovation, operational excellence, and team development. This is an opportunity to shape a dynamic kitchen, inspire creativity, and elevate an exceptional food menu. This role is ideal for a dynamic leader who thrives in a fast-paced hospitality environment and is committed to delivering high-quality fine dining experiences. Key Responsibilities: Establish and maintain standard operating procedures for food preparation, plating, and presentation. Stay updated with the latest culinary trends and techniques, bringing innovation and creativity to menu development. Leading and mentoring a high-performing kitchen team, fostering a culture of excellence, collaboration, and professional growth. Create and design menus for hospitality meetings, and events, target audience, and seasonal availability of ingredients. Develop new recipes, ensuring a balance between creativity, taste, and profitability. Collaborate with the management team to establish pricing, portion sizes, and cost-effective menu strategies to meet targets. Oversee all aspects of food preparation, ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations, sanitation standards, and food quality controls. Manage inventory levels, ordering, and stock rotation to minimize waste and maintain optimal ingredient freshness. Maintain accurate records of food costs, inventory, and production. Attend management meetings and actively participate in discussions on menu updates, specials, and customer feedback. Provide guidance and support to kitchen staff during peak service periods or in challenging situations. Enforce high standards of cleanliness and hygiene throughout the kitchen, following local health regulations and company policies. Implement and maintain proper food handling and safety practices, training staff accordingly. Conduct regular kitchen inspections and follow up on corrective actions. Collaborating with the regional culinary team, suppliers, and event coordinators to deliver seamless dining experiences. Driving a customer and guest-focused culture, ensuring every dish contributes to the food culture of BaxterStorey. Oversee kitchen rotas, staff performance, and training to maintain high operational standards. Qualifications Proven experience working as a Head Chef or similar role for 5+ years. Have an obsession for food and creating experiences You can demonstrate that managing, training, and supporting a team has been an important part of your career to date Financially astute, you are very analytical and know how to create and maintain budgets and drive commercial performance Excellent coaching, delegation, and influencing skills Ability to prioritize multiple projects in a fast-paced, multi-faceted, creative environment and able to thrive under pressure Meticulous organizational abilities and a high attention to detail Empathetic, clear, and highly effective verbal and written communication Ability to adapt to challenges and opportunities with a solution-oriented perspective Excellent strategic thinking and critical reasoning skills Works according to the BaxterStorey core values Additional Information For almost 20 years, for every client, in every location (whether that's an office, stadium, cathedral or university), we have created beautiful spaces, exciting menus and friendly teams, so that each and every customer can have the hospitality experience they deserve. We need the brightest and the best to join us to make this all possible. We will support you to create your hospitality legacy and build a career that you are proud of. Our drive and belief in our people, means that we always strive to supercharge our team's careers. 'Better' is a daily habit that sits deep within our DNA, meaning learning will be front and centre of your experience working with us. Join us, and be part of the food revolution! BaxterStorey Values: ALWAYS VISIONARY We strive for better, we never settle, never compromise, never follow. We lead the way, blazing our own trail. WHOLEHEARTEDLY POSITIVE We are up-beat, motivating and inspiring. Our love for what we do radiates through our food, and is amplified by our people. CREATIVELY COLLABORATIVE We embrace our differences to push creativity and we work together to be better. FOREVER CONSCIOUS We work together as a team to lead by example, protecting the planet and supporting local communities. Interested? Even if you don't meet all requirements, we'd like to hear from you. If you are motivated and hungry to learn, we can work together to develop your potential. We are proud to be an inclusive employer and welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds. We celebrate individuality and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We encourage applications from people of all ages, abilities, gender identities, sexual orientations, races, religions, and socio-economic backgrounds. BaxterStorey is committed to encouraging equity, diversity, and inclusion (ED&I) among our workforce and aim for our workforce to be truly representative of all sections of society, and for each employee to feel respected and able to give their best. To support our commitment to this we have set ourselves an ambition to 'set the standard and to be recognised for having the most inclusive culture in hospitality'. Join us and bring your unique perspective to our team.
