Job Description:

Our client, a well-established Private Bank, is seeking an experienced Banking Director to join their Commercial team in Edinburgh. This role offers the opportunity to manage and develop a portfolio of commercial clients, delivering tailored lending, deposit and banking solutions while building strong, long-term relationships.

The successful candidate will combine strong commercial awareness with a relationship-led approach, working with a diverse client base ranging from small enterprises to large corporate organisations. You will be responsible for growing a profitable and sustainable portfolio through effective client management, business development and the delivery of high-quality banking services.

Essential Skills/Experience:

• Experience working in Private or Commercial banking, specialising in Real Estate or Commercial Lending.
• Chartered banking qualifiations.
• Proven experience managing and developing commercial client relationships.
• Strong business development capability and experience growing client portfolios.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Strong attention to detail and a high level of accuracy.
• Ability to identify client needs through effective questioning and listening.
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
• A strong commitment to delivering exceptional client service.

Core Responsibilities:

• Manage and develop a defined portfolio of commercial clients, building strong and trusted relationships.
• Identify and secure new business opportunities through engagement with prospective clients and introducers.
• Prepare and submit internal credit applications and monitor existing lending in line with credit policies.
• Support deposit growth by presenting suitable savings solutions tailored to client needs.
• Assess and manage potential transactions and client relationships in a professional and commercially sound manner.
• Ensure adherence to regulatory requirements, internal policies and risk appetite.
• Maintain accurate client records in line with internal procedures, including KYC and anti-money laundering requirements.
• Attend networking events and undertake targeted business development activity.
• Maintain accurate records of meetings, prospects and opportunities within CRM systems.

Benefits:

• A highly competitive salary
• Wider Benefits package

Core-Asset Consulting is an equal opportunities recruiter, and we welcome applications from everyone irrespective of age, disability, gender, gender identity or expression, race, colour, ethnic or national origin, sexual orientation, religion or belief, marital/civil partner status or pregnancy.

Job reference: (16406)

To apply for this vacancy applicants must be eligible to work in the UK in accordance with the Immigration, Asylum and Nationality Act 2006.

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