Business Manager - Lending

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About The Role

Contract type: Permanent

Hours: Full-time,35 hours

Location: Head Office, Nottingham (hybrid working, 2-3 days per week onsite)

Salary: £45000 - £60000

Application process: Please apply via the application button which will direct you to our careers site. If you require any adjustments to assist you in applying for this role, please contact [email protected]

We're excited to introduce a brand-new opportunity to work with our Chief Lending Officer (CLO) and our Lending Leadership team as a Business Manager!

We are committed to making homeownership accessible to all, especially to those who have traditionally been underrepresented in the mortgage market. Our mission is to break down barriers by offering inclusive and tailored lending solutions designed to meet the specific needs of these individuals. Whether it's first-time buyers with non-traditional employment or customers from underserved communities, we strive to provide opportunities that help them achieve the dream of homeownership.

This is a brilliant new role which will support our CLO and Lending Leadership team to deliver against plan and will help our leaders shape the success of our vision - you will support our mission by co-ordinating and empowering our the Leadership team, project teams and colleagues through strong organisation, planning and driving clear accountability.

You will foster strong relationships acting as a credible and influential voice with leaders at all levels. We're looking for someone highly organised and commercial with excellent relationship skills to champion and embed best practice ways of working and people engagement against our priorities.

Here's a taste of what you will be doing as a Business Manager at The Nottingham: -

• You will work closely with our Lending team to develop a deep understanding of our Lending objectives and key projects keeping our CLO updated on progress and risks.
• Connect with different departments and teams ensuring alignment with the wider business, making sure key projects and goals are communicated and are moving forward as planned.
• Support in preparing regular updates and presentations / papers across the organisation including Executive Committee and Board updates.
• Co-ordinate departmental MI and reporting including commentary, insights and packs required for committees / meetings.
• Contribute to decision-making by providing insights to senior leaders that support our overall goals and vision.
• Coordinate the department's actions from committees or compliance activities.
• Always be on the lookout for ways we can do things better-whether it's streamlining processes, improving workflows, or finding new ways to collaborate more efficiently. You will play a pivotal role in driving a culture of continuous improvement by seeking insight, driving your own personal development and spotting opportunities for us to do things differently!

About you: -

• Highly organised and structured to support the delivery of key actions and goals.
• Commercial with natural curiosity to develop a deep understanding of the business and lending priorities.
• Exceptional relationship skills at all levels to co-ordinate, advise and influence senior leaders.
• Technical analytical skills are not required but you will have the ability to draw insights from data and co-ordinate MI and reporting.
• Proven, transferable experience / skills to set you up for success against the key role responsibilities.

Reward & Benefits: -

• A fair and competitive salary evaluated against market data, annual discretionary bonus scheme, Medicash healthcare scheme, 25 days annual leave (increasing to 29 from Jan 2025), plus bank holidays, holiday purchase scheme (buy up to 5 days) and enhanced family leave.
• Commitment and dedication to your ongoing personal and professional development. We help you to own and grow your potential so you can be at your best in your current role and to support your future career aspirations.
• Flexible and hybrid working to encourage a work life balance, we want you to be at your best inside and outside of work.
• A friendly and inclusive culture where teams genuinely strive to do the right thing by their colleagues and our customers.
• A strong sustainability agenda - we're continually finding new ways to be kinder to the environment by reducing our carbon footprint.
• We're passionate about giving back to the communities in which we serve as well as supporting local charities as part of the Samuel Fox Foundation. One of the many ways you can get involved is to use the 2 days per year paid leave to volunteer for causes or charities that are important to you.
• Your health and wellbeing is our priority, we encourage this through a suite of support resources, including a team of trained mental health first aiders.

Embracing Diversity Together: -

We proudly embrace and celebrate diversity as a fundamental cornerstone of our values. We believe that a diverse and inclusive workplace is not just essential for our success but is also a reflection of the vibrant communities we serve. Our commitment to diversity extends beyond our internal culture to the way we approach advertising and engage with our customers.

Our commitment means actively working to eliminate barriers and biases that may hinder equal opportunities within our organisation. We strive to ensure that all individuals, regardless of background, have an equal chance to thrive and advance in their careers.

We acknowledge that diversity is not just a goal to be achieved but a continuous journey toward creating an environment that embraces differences and promotes equal opportunities for all. We are committed to fostering an inclusive culture that encourages collaboration, creativity, and a sense of belonging for every member of our community.

About Us

We are a mutual, which means we don't have shareholders. Instead, we're owned by our members and use our money to do good, investing in our community, responsible causes, and - well, you. So, we're always striving to do the right thing for our team, communities and members.

Although our history spans over 170 years, our purpose of helping our members save, plan for and protect their financial futures is enduring. At The Nottingham Building Society, we are dedicated to overcoming obstacles and turning challenges into opportunities. At the heart of our mission is our unwavering commitment to breaking down barriers and building better futures by helping our customers achieve the significant milestone of owning their own home.