Relationship Manager / Business Development Manager (Construction Lending)

About the role

A business development team focused on the construction sector is looking for a Relationship Manager / Business Development Manager. This is a 100% hunter role for a results-oriented sales professional who takes full ownership of client acquisition and relationship growth, working independently across the field with the backing of an established financial services organisation.

Key responsibilities

• Identify and approach prospective construction clients through cold calling, networking events, referrals and on-site visits
• Analyse client needs and recommend business loan or equipment financing solutions
• Onboard new clients end-to-end, from outreach through credit application, documentation and disbursement
• Maintain a qualified sales pipeline and track progress against monthly loan disbursal targets
• Nurture long-term relationships to generate repeat business and referrals
• Ensure all client interactions comply with regulatory and compliance requirements
• Prepare and present proposals, credit submissions and reports to internal stakeholders
• Stay informed on construction industry trends to position solutions and spot new opportunities

Required profile

• Diploma or Bachelor's degree in Business, Finance or a related discipline
• 2-4 years of sales experience, ideally in financial services, lending or a field-based business development role
• Comfortable prospecting and cold calling independently, without relying on inbound leads
• Prior exposure to construction, IT or communications is an advantage; an existing client portfolio is highly desirable
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, highly organised, able to work independently in a field-based environment
• Proficiency in English is required