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Head of Credit


Company : KFS Recruitment


Location : london, south east england


Created : 2025-02-23


Job Type : Full Time


Job Description

Head of CreditLocation: LondonSalary- Six figures/ competitiveWe are proud to be working with an incredibly reputable, growing lender that specialises in bridging and development finance, as they enter their next phase of growth.We are actively seeking a proven Head of Credit/ Head of Underwriting/ Chief Lending Officer type, with a minimum of 10 years experience in the bridging and development finance space.This position is a senior strategic role. You will be at the helm of the business, managing a team of credit professionals, including an Underwriting Manager and a few Underwriters. You will be driving forward the lending function, ensuring that SLAs are met. It is vital that you can see a deal from a credit AND asset perspective. You will have lived through the ups and down's of the property finance space, and will be able to look at a complex loan from a legal perspective, really understanding the nuts and bolts of each case on it's individual merits. You will be technology-savvy, with proven experience of looking at streamlining processes to ensure a seamless rhythm is maintained within the lending team. You will lead by example, with a dynamic and passionate work ethic, that builds comradery. It is vital that you have a strong knowledge of all aspects of bridging and development products, preferably on a non-reg basic, including ground floor up, light and heavy refurb and commercial and residential property.Culture is a key feature to this role. The team has an enviable culture, and they are looking for a long-term, rock steady, strong, friendly, dynamo of a candidate and in return they offer a career that is enjoyable, challenging and ultimately rewarding.If you are ready to embark on furthering your career and can work from the West End, please send your CV ASAP. Interviews can be held at short notice. Full spec available upon request.GET IN TOUCH!!