Job description
A Private Banking institution are seeking a Lending Operations Assistant Manager to supports the Lending & Securities Manager in leading a high-performing operational team responsible for managing, safeguarding and simplifying lending and security activities throughout the lending lifecycle.
Overview
• Support the Lending & Securities Manager in leading and motivating the team
• Oversee daily workflow, resource allocation and service delivery standards.
• Support workforce planning and resource management to ensure service levels are maintained.
• Provide coaching, feedback and technical guidance to colleagues, escalating issues where appropriate.
• Support performance management activities, including objective setting, capability development and performance improvement
• Ensure efficient and accurate end-to-end processing of lending and security activities in accordance with regulatory, legal and internal requirements.
• Oversee workflow management, ensuring priorities are managed appropriately and activities are delivered within agreed service standards.
• Monitor service levels, workflow volumes, quality measures and operational performance indicators, using data and insight to identify trends, risks and opportunities for improvement.
• Maintain and enhance Standard Operating Procedures,Training & Competency documentation and Risk Control Self Assessments (RCSA)
• SME in reg surrounding regulated and unregulated lending and security
• Ensure compliance with FCA/PRA Conduct Rules, Consumer Duty requirements, internal policies and data security standards.
• Monitor control effectiveness, identifying trends, risks and opportunities to strengthen the First Line control environment
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives that simplify processes, improve customer outcomes and enhance operational efficiency.
• Support the delivery and embedding of change initiatives impacting Lending Operation
Experience Required
• Strong understanding of regulated and unregulated lending and security processes, including documentation, security perfection and associated risk considerations.
• Experience within a lending and securities financial services environment.
• Experience leading, supervising or developing colleagues within an operational environment.
• Ability to manage workflow, competing priorities and service delivery within a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to interpret lending documentation and security arrangements