Ref: MY47254

Relationship Manager – Real Estate Finance (Associate / VP)

Sector Finance(Banking/Securities/Insurance)
Type Full-time, Permanent
Location London
Salary (Annual) £70,000 - 100,000 / Year
A leading Japanese bank is seeking a Relationship Manager (Associate / VP level) specialising in Real Estate Finance to join its London office.
This role will focus on real estate lending to Japanese and international clients, combining relationship management, business development, and credit/risk oversight. The successful candidate will play a key role in expanding the bank’s real estate finance portfolio in the UK and Europe.
Japanese speaking ability is not essential but highly advantageous.
MY47254

SALARY: £70,000 – £100,000 per year (depending on experience) + performance-based bonus
WORKING HOURS: Monday to Friday, 9:00 – 17:00
START DATE: ASAP
LOCATION: London
WORK STYLE: Hybrid – currently two days remote, three days in the office (subject to change)
VISA SUPPORT: Yes

Key Responsibilities
Relationship Management & Business Development
• Serve as a Relationship Manager for Japanese, Asian, and international corporate clients, particularly in the real estate sector
• Identify potential clients and new business opportunities
• Identify and originate new real estate lending opportunities (development finance, acquisitions, investment loans)

Real Estate Finance & Deal Execution
• Structure and execute real estate financing transactions
• Negotiate loan terms, including pricing, covenants, and conditions
• Conduct financial analysis and assess project feasibility
• Coordinate internal approvals and documentation processes

Risk Management & Monitoring
• Conduct due diligence on borrowers, projects, and assets
• Monitor loan performance, project progress, and repayment schedules
• Ensure asset quality through appropriate credit risk management
• Implement risk mitigation strategies

Compliance & Reporting
• Ensure compliance with UK/EU regulations, AML/KYC requirements
• Prepare internal reports for senior management and headquarters
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders across departments and regions

Requirements
• 3+ years of experience in real estate finance / property lending in the UK
• Strong knowledge of UK real estate market and lending practices
• Experience in corporate banking, structured finance, or credit analysis
• Understanding of financial regulations, AML, and compliance
• Excellent financial modelling and analytical skills
• Strong communication and negotiation skills

Visa support may be considered depending on experience.

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