Owen Nayar

Senior Credit Manager | Fully Remote | 3 Days Per Week | Full-Time Salary (£100,000 - £120,000) A genuinely unique opportunity for the right individual. We are conducting a search for a Senior Credit Manager with deep expertise across Bridging Finance and Development Finance. What makes this role stand out? Fully remote position 3 days per week / 30-hour week Complete flexibility on working days and hours Full-time salary package of £100,000 - £120,000 (not pro-rata) This is an exceptional opportunity for an experienced credit professional seeking senior-level impact, autonomy, and true flexibility without compromising on reward. Due to the confidential nature of the mandate, full details cannot be shared publicly at this stage. If this sounds relevant, please consider applying to register your interest, or contact Tom Simpson @ Fintelligent Search for more information.

High-growth lending environment | Broad underwriting exposure | Direct influence across the lending process | Collaborative boutique team If you’re an experienced Case Manager / Junior Underwriter looking for broader exposure and greater ownership, this opportunity offers the chance to join a growing specialist lender where your decisions and input will have visible impact. You’ll manage unregulated bridging loan applications from enquiry through to completion within a fast-moving, commercially focused environment. This role offers genuine variety across underwriting, credit analysis, stakeholder management, and process improvement. You’ll work closely with senior decision-makers and contribute to the continued growth and development of a boutique lending business with ambitious plans. Package & Benefits • Salary £35,000–£45,000 per annum. • Opportunity to join a rapidly growing specialist lender. • Exposure to the full bridging loan lifecycle and credit process. About the Company You will be joining a boutique property finance lender operating within the specialist lending market. The business has an entrepreneurial culture, a collaborative team environment, and a strong focus on sustainable growth and service quality. Key Responsibilities • Manage unregulated bridging loan applications from initial enquiry through to completion. • Review credit reports, valuation reports, legal documentation, bank statements, and due diligence information to support lending decisions. • Prepare loan terms, offer letters, investment memorandums, and credit committee papers. • Work closely with brokers, solicitors, valuers, investors, and internal stakeholders throughout the lending process. About You • Minimum 1 year’s experience working within bridging finance underwriting or a similar specialist lending environment. • Experience manually underwriting bridging or property-backed lending cases. • Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel and Word. If you’d like to explore this opportunity, even if your CV isn’t fully up to date, we’d love to speak with you. Contact Charlotte Walker at Fintelligent for more information or a confidential discussion. Please note - this position requires 5 days in the office until successful completion of probationary period after which hybrid working will be offered.

Are you a dynamic Senior Business Development Manager looking to make your mark in the bridging finance industry? Our client, a leader in providing tailored short-term capital solutions, is seeking someone like you to join their team. This is an exciting opportunity to drive growth and expand their presence in the real estate finance market. Based in South Manchester, this role offers a competitive salary of £50,000 - £60,000 per year, plus a bonus of £15,000 - £20,000. Enjoy flexible working arrangements, including opportunities for remote work, and be part of a high-performance culture that values your contributions. Our client is a prominent player in the bridging finance sector, specialising in fast, flexible, and reliable funding solutions for real estate investors, developers, and businesses. They are committed to helping clients bridge financial gaps and accelerate their projects, and are now looking to expand their team with a focus on growth and innovation. The Senior Business Development Manager will: Develop and implement a business development strategy to grow the bridging finance portfolio. Build and maintain relationships with property developers, real estate investors, and brokers. Advise clients on tailored bridging finance products and solutions. Generate leads through networking and attending industry events. Stay informed on market trends and competitor activity. Work with internal teams on deal structuring and negotiation. Collaborate across functions to ensure smooth deal execution. Track performance and report to senior leadership. Package and Benefits: The Senior Business Development Manager will enjoy: Annual salary of £50,000 - £60,000. Bonus of £15,000 - £20,000 based on performance. Flexible working arrangements, including remote work opportunities. A collaborative and rewarding work environment. Clear career progression within a growing company. The ideal Senior Business Development Manager will have: Proven experience in business development, sales, or relationship management in bridging finance or related sectors. Strong knowledge of bridging finance products and real estate lending. An established network in property development, real estate, and finance. Excellent negotiation and communication skills. A results-driven approach with a history of meeting targets. The ability to work independently and drive growth. A strong understanding of property investment and market factors affecting bridging finance. A Bachelor's degree in Business, Finance, Real Estate, or related fields. If you're experienced in roles such as Business Development Executive, Sales Manager, Relationship Manager, Real Estate Finance Specialist, or Lending Consultant, this Senior Business Development Manager position could be the perfect next step in your career. If you're ready to take on a challenging and rewarding role as a Senior Business Development Manager in the bridging finance sector, our client wants to hear from you. This is your chance to make a significant impact and advance your career with a leading company. Don't miss out on this opportunity!

Director, Origination – Real Estate Credit (UK) A leading UK real estate credit platform, backed by a global asset manager, is looking to hire an exceptional Director-level Originator to support the deployment of significant discretionary capital across the UK. This is a rare opportunity to join one of the most well-capitalised credit strategies in the market, with capital deployed directly from the parent fund — offering true certainty of execution, scale, and flexibility. The Opportunity Originate £1m–£150m+ real estate loans across all UK asset classes Focus on medium-term lending (5–6 years) with a flexible mandate across senior, whole loan, and structured credit Deploy capital at scale from a fully discretionary balance sheet Work alongside a highly experienced investment team with institutional pedigree Operate in a platform designed to compete at the top end of the market The Role Lead origination of high-quality real estate credit opportunities across the UK Build and deepen relationships with institutional sponsors, private equity real estate funds, and top-tier borrowers Drive deal flow through both direct origination and key intermediary channels Shape and influence structuring alongside internal investment teams Play a central role in capital deployment across a growing, high-conviction strategy The Profile We are specifically targeting individuals currently operating within: Blackstone / KKR / Apollo / Starwood / Brookfield / Ares / Goldman Sachs / Morgan Stanley Leading private credit / private debt funds or institutional real estate lenders You will likely have: 8–15+ years’ experience in real estate finance / private credit A demonstrable track record of originating and executing UK real estate debt transactions Deep relationships with institutional sponsors and sophisticated borrowers Strong structuring and commercial judgement across complex transactions The ambition and credibility to operate at a top-tier, institutional platform Why This Role Capital certainty – deploy directly from a major global balance sheet Scale – transact across the full spectrum from mid-market to large-cap Flexibility – no asset class constraints, ability to structure creatively Platform – high-calibre team, strong track record, and significant growth mandate Economics – highly competitive compensation aligned with performance This role is suited to a top-performing originator looking to step into a platform with greater capital backing, flexibility, and the ability to execute at scale, without the constraints typical of more capital-restricted lenders.

. Build and lead a new lending division | Direct impact on revenue growth | Strong bonus potential | High-autonomy leadership role If you’re an experienced Head of Auction Finance or senior bridging professional looking to step into a true build role, this opportunity offers the chance to create and scale a new revenue stream from the ground up. You’ll take ownership of launching a dedicated auction finance proposition, with full responsibility for origination, delivery, and growth. This is a high-impact role where you will shape strategy, build relationships, and drive revenue in a fast-paced lending environment. You’ll have the autonomy to make decisions quickly and the support of an established platform to execute effectively. Package & Benefits • Salary £65,000–£80,000 per annum DOE. • Performance-related bonus linked to deal origination and completions. About the Company You will be joining a fast-growing specialist lender with a strong reputation for speed, delivery, and commercial decision-making. The business operates with a pragmatic, entrepreneurial culture and is investing in new product lines to support continued growth. Key Responsibilities • Build and launch a new auction finance division within the business. • Originate and structure bridging loans for time-sensitive auction transactions. • Develop broker and introducer relationships to generate consistent deal flow. • Oversee deals from initial enquiry through to completion, working closely with internal teams. About You • Experience within bridging finance. • Exposure to auction finance or auction-related lending. • Track record of originating deals and generating revenue. If you’d like to explore this opportunity, even if your CV isn’t fully up to date, we’d welcome a conversation. Contact me, Owen on, owen.nayar@fintelligent.co.uk for more information or a confidential discussion.

High earning potential with uncapped commission | Build your own lending book from day one | £1m–£25m deal sizes | High-growth, entrepreneurial environment If you’re a Relationship Manager looking for genuine autonomy and the opportunity to directly influence your earnings, this role offers a platform to build and scale your own lending portfolio in a high-growth environment. You’ll originate, structure, and deliver real estate lending deals while developing long-term broker relationships. This is a front office, revenue-generating role where your performance directly drives outcomes. You’ll operate with a high degree of ownership, supported by a collaborative internal team, in a business that values pace, commercial thinking, and deal execution. Package & Benefits • Salary £75,000–£85,000 per annum DOE. • Commission circa 0.2% on completed deals. • 25 days holiday plus bank holidays. • Private medical cover. • Sick pay. • Some remote working flexibility. About the Company You will be joining a specialist lender operating within the real estate finance space, focused on delivering fast, flexible funding solutions. The business is in a strong growth phase, with a collaborative, office-first culture and a clear emphasis on commercial delivery and relationship-led lending. Key Responsibilities • Originate new lending opportunities through broker and introducer relationships. • Structure and progress deals through to completion, maintaining ownership throughout. • Build and develop your own network to generate consistent deal flow. • Work closely with internal teams to deliver against targets and conversion metrics. About You • 1–7 years’ experience in real estate lending or a closely related sector. • Track record of originating or supporting property finance deals. • Experience working with brokers, introducers, or external deal sources. If you’d like to explore this opportunity, even if your CV isn’t fully up to date, we’d welcome a conversation. Contact me, Owen, on: owen.nayar@fintelligent.co.uk ON_FIN