Relationship Manager - Leeds-based

Hours
Full Time Permanent role - 35 hours per week

Closing Date
Mon, 9 Dec 2024

Do you have an enthusiastic approach and a positive "Can Do" attitude?

Are you a determined, resilient, and confident communicator?

If you can answer "yes" to the above and you enjoy managing your own workload, whilst being a part of a dedicated and dynamic team, then this fantastic opportunity could be for you!

Skipton Business Finance are looking for an experienced Relationship Manager, who is passionate about delivering an outstanding service, is great at building relationships and has a passion to learn as the company grows and expands.

 

Who We Are

Skipton Business Finance, part of the Skipton Group, have been helping UK SMEs fulfil their aspirations for over 20 years by providing working capital solutions that support their ambitious growth plans.

With a rich history rooted in reliability and innovate, we leverage our expertise to offer a diverse range of financial products, including invoice finance. Our commitment to understanding the unique needs of each client enables us as a team to deliver personalised and responsive services, fostering long-term partnerships built on trust and mutual success.

At Skipton Business Finance, we strive to be more than just a financial provider. We aim to be a strategic ally, guiding businesses towards sustainable growth and prosperity. Join our team as we navigate the dynamic landscape of business finance together.
 

What’s In It For You

Skipton Group values work/life balance and we are proud to support hybrid and flexible working, where possible. Reporting into the Regional Operations Manager, you will be working within a team at the Leeds Regional Office.

We have a range of other benefits available to you including:

• 25 days standard annual leave + bank holidays + rising 1 day per year of service to a maximum of 30 days.
• Holiday trading scheme allowing the ability to buy and sell additional annual leave days.
• Car Allowance
• Quarterly discretionary bonus scheme.
• Matching employer pension contribution (up to 10% per annum).
• A commitment to training and development.
• Private medical insurance for all our colleagues.
• Salary Sacrifice Scheme for Hybrid/Electric Car.
• Colleague Mortgage (conditions apply).
• Diverse and inclusive colleague networks available for you to join including our Carers and Pride Alliance groups.
• We care about your health and wellbeing – we provide a range of benefits that support this including cycle to work initiative and discounted gym membership.
   

What Will You Be Doing

You will be responsible for managing a portfolio of Invoice Finance clients, ensuring that the right balance of high-quality customer service and robust risk monitoring is maintained at all times. You will conduct regular client visits and protect the company commitments by appropriate risk management.

Working with our sales colleagues, you will have a role in on-boarding clients, assisting with client negotiations and presentations to Credit Committee as appropriate.

In addition, you will contribute to the overall advancement of the company, including product development, risk management and assisting with training and development of junior colleagues where required.

 

What Do We Need From You?

Has a good general commercial understanding of business and the economy and is confident to hold broad discussions with Managing Directors and Finance Directors of clients and prospects.

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