Relationship Manager
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- England,London,City of London
- Full Time, Permanent
- £55,000 - £65,000 per annum
Job Description:
Relationship Manager International Bank | Moorgate, London
Salary: £55,000 - £65,000 per annum
Fully office-based role
We are seeking an experienced Relationship Manager to join the Branch Banking team of an international bank based in Moorgate, London. This role focuses on managing and growing a portfolio of Commercial and SME clients, driving profitable growth while ensuring strong risk, compliance, and customer outcomes.
Reporting to the Relationship & Branch Manager, you will be responsible for both developing new business and deepening existing client relationships, while proactively managing portfolio risk and identifying early warning signals.
Key Responsibilities Client & Portfolio Management
* Manage and grow a portfolio of Commercial / SME clients in line with business strategy
* Build strong client relationships through regular meetings, networking, and proactive engagement
* Deliver value-added banking solutions including lending, deposits, Trade & FX, and Islamic Banking referrals
* Ensure fair customer outcomes and adherence to TCF principles
Commercial Growth
* Achieve targeted asset and deposit growth for the branch
* Structure and negotiate client proposals for lending and deposits
* Submit credit and account opening proposals to internal teams
* Support timely lending disbursements in line with branch targets
Risk, Control & Compliance
* Manage credit renewals within policy and agreed timelines
* Ensure compliance monitoring, transaction reviews, and EDD requirements are met
* Monitor key risk indicators and proactively manage portfolio health
* Ensure account opening SLAs are met
People & Branch Support
* Coach and support Relationship Managers and Relationship Support Officers
* Act as a subject matter expert for complex credit enquiries
* Support branch MI, reporting, presentations, and governance activities
* Assist with projects, rota planning, and intern development
Governance & Regulatory
* Operate in line with FCA/PRA Conduct Rules and Certification Regime requirements
* Maintain high standards of integrity, diligence, and regulatory cooperation
Experience & Requirements * Minimum 5 years’ experience in a Relationship Manager (or equivalent) role within banking
* Strong background in Commercial / SME banking
* Proven experience in portfolio management, credit, and client relationship management
* Line management or coaching experience preferred
* Sound understanding of UK regulatory requirements and conduct risk
* Relevant professional qualifications and ongoing CPD
Skills & Attributes * Strong financial and numerical skills
* Excellent relationship management and negotiation ability
* Confident communicator with strong presentation skills
* Highly organised with strong diary and stakeholder management
* Customer-focused with a commercial mindset
Salary: £55,000 - £65,000 per annum
Fully office-based role
We are seeking an experienced Relationship Manager to join the Branch Banking team of an international bank based in Moorgate, London. This role focuses on managing and growing a portfolio of Commercial and SME clients, driving profitable growth while ensuring strong risk, compliance, and customer outcomes.
Reporting to the Relationship & Branch Manager, you will be responsible for both developing new business and deepening existing client relationships, while proactively managing portfolio risk and identifying early warning signals.
Key Responsibilities Client & Portfolio Management
* Manage and grow a portfolio of Commercial / SME clients in line with business strategy
* Build strong client relationships through regular meetings, networking, and proactive engagement
* Deliver value-added banking solutions including lending, deposits, Trade & FX, and Islamic Banking referrals
* Ensure fair customer outcomes and adherence to TCF principles
Commercial Growth
* Achieve targeted asset and deposit growth for the branch
* Structure and negotiate client proposals for lending and deposits
* Submit credit and account opening proposals to internal teams
* Support timely lending disbursements in line with branch targets
Risk, Control & Compliance
* Manage credit renewals within policy and agreed timelines
* Ensure compliance monitoring, transaction reviews, and EDD requirements are met
* Monitor key risk indicators and proactively manage portfolio health
* Ensure account opening SLAs are met
People & Branch Support
* Coach and support Relationship Managers and Relationship Support Officers
* Act as a subject matter expert for complex credit enquiries
* Support branch MI, reporting, presentations, and governance activities
* Assist with projects, rota planning, and intern development
Governance & Regulatory
* Operate in line with FCA/PRA Conduct Rules and Certification Regime requirements
* Maintain high standards of integrity, diligence, and regulatory cooperation
Experience & Requirements * Minimum 5 years’ experience in a Relationship Manager (or equivalent) role within banking
* Strong background in Commercial / SME banking
* Proven experience in portfolio management, credit, and client relationship management
* Line management or coaching experience preferred
* Sound understanding of UK regulatory requirements and conduct risk
* Relevant professional qualifications and ongoing CPD
Skills & Attributes * Strong financial and numerical skills
* Excellent relationship management and negotiation ability
* Confident communicator with strong presentation skills
* Highly organised with strong diary and stakeholder management
* Customer-focused with a commercial mindset
Job number 3313890
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