Lending Operations Lead - 12-Week Contract

AnaVation LLC; Milton Keynes; On-site; GBP 60,000 - GBP 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A modern business bank in the UK is looking for an experienced Lending Operations Manager for a 12-week contract. The ideal candidate should have over 8 years of experience in financial services, particularly with bridging lending. You will oversee the management of credit-approved deals, ensuring compliance with KYC and AML requirements while supporting ongoing loan servicing. This hands-on role involves close collaboration with internal teams and third-party suppliers to maintain service levels and improve operational efficiency.

Benefits

Empowering work culture

Growth and flexibility support

Inclusive environment

Qualifications

• 8+ years of experience in financial services.
• Strong practical understanding of completions and post-completion portfolio servicing.
• Solid working knowledge of KYC and AML requirements.

Responsibilities

• Manage credit-approved deals through to drawdown.
• Support servicing and performance management of the loan portfolio.
• Act as a coordination point during team transitions.

Skills

Strong hands-on knowledge of lending operations

Bridging lending experience

Strong communication skills

Ability to manage relationships with third-party suppliers

Execution-focused and organized

Tools

nCino

Job description

A modern business bank in the UK is looking for an experienced Lending Operations Manager for a 12-week contract. The ideal candidate should have over 8 years of experience in financial services, particularly with bridging lending. You will oversee the management of credit-approved deals, ensuring compliance with KYC and AML requirements while supporting ongoing loan servicing. This hands-on role involves close collaboration with internal teams and third-party suppliers to maintain service levels and improve operational efficiency.