Business Development Manager Bridging Finance South West

About Allica BankAllica is the UKs fastest growing company - and the fastest-growing financial technology (Fintech) firm ever. Our purpose is to help established SMEs one of the last major underserved opportunities in Fintech.Established SMEs are the backbone of local communities - representing over a third of our economy - yet have been largely neglected both by traditional high street banks and modern fintech providers.Department DescriptionIn August 2024 Allica Bank entered the bridging finance market with the acquisition of Tuscan Capital where its highly experienced team has been retained to help build a specialist division with the ambition to become a market leader in the bridging finance sector leveraging our proven success in commercial mortgages and asset finance.To support this growth we are expanding our team into the regional areas to meet the increasing demands of the intermediary market.Principal AccountabilitiesBuilding and relationship managing a portfolio of bridging finance Introducers in the South West and South Wales with responsibility for day-to-day management of the relationships.Originating structuring and progressing bridging applications from Introducers and Borrowers from initial enquiry through to completion.Attending industry events conferences and networking functions to promote the companys brand and identify new opportunities for collaboration.Writing credit papers credit papers in line with Allicas credit policy and appetite as well as working closely and collaboratively with various stakeholder teams to ensure smooth loan execution.Promoting the Banks culture and values.Being a positive contributor to Allicas culture and always promoting our values of Straightforward Integrity Collaborative and Delivery.Complying with all mandatory policies and adherence to operational procedures to maintain internal controls.Delivering territory Business Plan and making an active contribution to targeted team lending volumes.Establishing and actively managing objectives and a personal development plan.Personal Attributes & ExperienceHighly capable in business development with a track record of success in the property finance sector.Knowledge of the bridging finance process including underwriting deal structuring and compliance.Strong network within the South West and South Wales including brokers property investors and developers.Excellent communicator negotiator and relationship-builder.Self-motivated and results-driven with the ability to work independently and manage a regional territory.Experience with other finance products such as commercial investment and development finance. Familiarity with regulatory requirements and industry best practices.#LI-Remote #LI-AD1Working at Allica BankAt Allica Bank we want to ensure our employees have the right tools and environment in which to succeed in their role and in support of our customers.Our employees are at the heart of everything we do so our benefits are designed with you in mind:Full onboarding support and continued development opportunitiesOptions for flexible workingRegular social activitiesPension contributionsDiscretionary bonus schemePrivate health coverLife assuranceFamily friendly policies including enhanced Maternity & Paternity leaveDont tick every boxDont worry if you dont have all the skills or requirements listed on the job description. If you think youll be a good fit wed still love to hear from youFlexible workingWe know the 9-to-5 isnt right for everyone. Thats why Allica Bank is fully committed to flexible and hybrid working. Please let us know what is best for you and if we can we will do our best to accommodate.DiversityWere a diverse bunch here at Allica with all kinds of experiences backgrounds and lifestyles. Our openness and differences make us stronger and we want everybody to feel comfortable bringing as much of themselves to work with them as they like.Required Experience:Manager Key Skills Marketing & Sales,Accounts Handling,ABAP,HACCP,ITI Employment Type : Full-Time Experience: years Vacancy: 1