City + Capital are currently representing a highly respected challenger bank who are actively seeking to appoint an experienced and knowledgeable Development Finance Portfolio Manager to their flagship development finance division. The CompanyOur client is a leading name in the real estate development finance market with a demonstrable track record of success in terms of supporting developers and SME businesses in obtaining the funds they require for commercial and residential developments. The bank has achieved substantial growth in recent years with development funding at the heart of their strategy and future growth plans. They have designs to considerably increase the development loan book further, making this an important hire at an exciting time. This hire forms part of a broader hiring plan for the bank and the development finance team in line with objectives. Role OverviewAs Portfolio Manager within the Development Finance team, you will play a key role in the ongoing management and performance of a portfolio of live development finance facilities. Working closely with Lending Directors, Relationship Managers, Credit and external professional partners, you will provide hands on portfolio oversight, ensuring projects progress in line with approved budgets, timelines and strategies. The role is heavily focused on proactive risk identification, strong credit stewardship and effective relationship management where you may be required to assist borrowers with new lending f