Finance Broker

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We are a vibrant, progressive business and we’re on a mission to make commercial finance simple, accessible and straightforward for our clients. Our mission is to help first time buyers and existing business owners secure funding, which we have done for over 45 years. We have grown from 32 people to 42 this year alone and 2024 has been our best year yet.

As part of the Christie Group network, we work closely with Christie & Co (business agents) in providing financial solutions for commercial business owners and buyers. Our Finance brokers are equipped to specialise in one of our specialist areas formed of four divisions: Real Estate, Core, Corporate Debt Advisory and Unsecured. We have attracted talent from some of the UK’s leading banks as well as boutique finance organisations. Our leadership invest heavily in training our employees and aiding them to maintain their skills through a programme of Continuing Professional Development.

About the team

Christie Finance embodies a culture where teamwork meets ambition. Our expertise ensures client success, supported by a flexible, dynamic team that values hard work. We have created a positive and rewarding place to work. We work in a collaborative autonomous environment where driven individuals are given the support to see each day as an opportunity for personal and professional growth. The Real Estate team currently consists of four members and has ambitious plans for growth. We’re eager to onboard proactive individuals who want to join a growing team with significant investment dedicated to expanding our current operations.

The Role

The purpose of this role is to support clients to realise their ambitions, by sourcing funding packages to aid a purchase, growth or repositioning their business and property investments. Building strong working relationships across all parts of our multi-service group is essential, as we generate leads and support our clients’ needs. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who wishes to develop a deeper understanding of our sectors and be part of a group of companies that prides itself on knowledge, expertise and excellence.

Responsibilities

In this role as a Finance Broker, you will:

1. Keep up to date with industry knowledge or changes to enable the identification of appropriate solutions for customers
2. Source and present loan facilities to clients
3. Maintain successful working relationships with our lender network
4. Leverage the Christie & Co database of registered business purchasers and existing operators to develop business opportunities
5. Foster working relationships with Christie & Co colleagues to maximise referral opportunities and reciprocal business
6. Have a relationship-led mentality and maintain ongoing contact with prospective clients (both internal and external) to ensure Christie Finance is foremost in their minds for finance opportunities and ensure an exceptional client experience.
7. Plan, manage and execute several ongoing assignments at any one time whilst ensuring that tight deadlines are met
8. Operate in line with FCA Guideline, internal company policies and best practice

What we are looking for

The suitable candidate for this role would bring:

1. Banking or finance broking experience in commercial property finance (e.g. bridging, development and buy-to-let mortgages) - Minimum 1 years' experience.
2. Track record of delivering successful client outcomes
3. Knowledge of our key sectors (desirable)
4. Professional approach when speaking to clients
5. Ability to problem solve
6. Resolute approach to obtaining competitive client outcomes

More about you

At Christie Finance, we value the importance of creating and maintaining meaningful personal relationships in and outside of the workplace to achieve success, our people are:

1. Self-motivated and tenacious
2. Strong networking and relationship building skills
3. Collaborative and a team player
4. Solutions orientated
5. A keen eye for attention to detail and due diligence

What we offer you

1. A competitive commission structure
2. Car allowance and Insurance for you plus one
3. Holiday carryover & additional Christmas leave
4. Life assurance
5. Employee wellbeing assistance via Plumm
6. Cycle to work scheme
7. “Recommend a Friend” employee referral bonus
8. Enhanced family friendly leave

**Please note, we are unable to provide sponsorship at this time**