The opportunity
We have an opportunity for a Business Development Manager to join us on the exciting and rewarding path we are taking here at Castle Trust Bank. Having become a fully authorised bank in 2020, we pride ourselves in being a fintech challenger bank, providing specialist property mortgages, retail finance lending and savings accounts to a variety of customers. Proud winners of the ‘Best Place to Work’ award at the Hampshire Business Awards 2023!
For many mortgage customers, traditional solutions do not meet their specific needs and requirements. Our customers need a lender that is flexible and has the appetite to make lending decisions based on their circumstances, and we offer specialist mortgage products to allow them to fulfil their aspirations.
As a Business Development Manager, you will focus on increasing business from new and existing intermediaries in order to meet commercial targets. You will be responsible for:
Intermediary relationships – developing relationships with both new and existing intermediaries at all levels to facilitate business growth.
Product expertise – use specialist property finance product knowledge to network effectively and strengthen partnerships.
Sales pipeline – successfully managing the sales pipeline with strategic plans to generate and close opportunities.
Collaboration – work with senior managers and various business teams to implement strategies that maximise business potential.
Advocacy – represent the bank positively in all interactions to enhance its reputation, advocating for the property division in all meetings and presenting innovative ideas as needed.
This is a perfect opportunity to gain exposure to working for a specialist property lender and be part of a talented team, with the opportunity to grow and progress in a career in a progressive company
This is a home-based opportunity; therefore, we are flexible on your location. However, you will be required to travel and work in both our Basingstoke and London offices periodically which will be discussed once your application has been reviewed.
What we are looking for in you…
What is important to us is that you have strong knowledge of the specialist mortgage financial sector (including buy-to-let, bridging, refurb) with a proven background in sales/business development, having operated in a field-based role. You will be motivated to achieve targets in what will be a busy and fast paced environment. You will have a natural ability to provide excellent customer service, with good organisational skills and the ability to pay attention to detail. You will need to be confident working with numbers with strong analytical skills, adopting a logical approach to problem solving.
What is equally important is that you are able to manage your time effectively with the ability to manage conflicting priorities. Considering the nature of the role, you will need to be confident working both independently and as part of a team. You will have strong networking and influencing skills with excellent and compelling presentation and problem solving skills with exceptional credibility and the ability to make a positive impact.
What’s in it for you…
As well as a competitive salary, we offer an annual performance related bonus based on individual and company performance. In addition, a generous contributory pension scheme through Hargreaves Lansdown, life assurance, 25 days annual leave (plus bank holidays on top) with the option to buy/sell up to 5 additional days (terms apply). In addition, you will receive an extra day paid annual leave for Volunteering.
Wellbeing is also high on our agenda, and we offer healthcare benefits through Equipsme. In addition, all colleagues have free access to TELUS Health EAP to support their health and wellbeing. We also offer free eye test vouchers and discounted gym membership, and if that’s not enough, we also offer season ticket travel loans (if applicable).
Caught your attention? If so, we’d love to talk to you and tell you more about what it’s like to work at Castle Trust Bank – The Place To Work!
Castle Trust Bank is an equal opportunity employer where we celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all our colleagues to thrive. We welcome applications from all and will not discriminate against any status/characteristic protected by law and will always base our decisions on merit.
We are proud to support people with disabilities and are committed to be a Disability Confident employer. If you are a person with a disability and meet the minimum criteria for the role you will be offered an interview. Should you require any reasonable adjustment to support you in your application for one of our opportunities, please contact talent@castletrust.co.uk
