Relationship Manager

Job Description Relationship Manager (Third party)Leicestershire/hybrid workingUp to 60kAre you a strategic, relationship builder, with a background in mortgage lending or managing commercial partnerships? Our customer focussed client is seeking an experienced Relationship Manager to build strong relationships with their external lending partners, ensuring all commercial and contractual obligations are upheld. Working as part of a dedicated team, the Relationship Manager will be responsible for managing both existing and new partnerships, having ownership of performance management, contract renewals and ongoing oversight through internal SME Collaboration. Duties will include: Develop and own seniorlevel relationships with our partners, driving alignment on purpose and strategic priorities Primary owner of governance and issue escalation with thirdparty lenders.Ensure funded portfolios meet commercial, contractual, and performance expectationsMonitor partner economics including pricing structures, revenue shares and funding costs in collaboration with Finance to ensure commercial partnerships remain viable.Coordinate and resolve operational or commercial escalationsProduce performance insights and reports.The successful individual will possess:Previous experience in vendor management, relationship management or portfolio management.Industry relevant experience - mortgage lending. Experience with contract management and renewals with third parties. Stakeholder management and experience working and influencing cross-functionally Knowledge of consumer lending markets, third party risk management and commercial management. Our clients preference would be for this role holder to be office based in Leicestershire, 2 days per week, however they are open to a more remote working approach with the understanding that office presence would be required a minimum of 3 days per month. This is very much a relationship building role, so will involve occasional visits to our partners sites, including London.Along with a very competitive salary, you would also be entitled to employee benefits which include 27 days holiday + bank holidays + your birthday off, pension contribution, BUPA and more!If this sounds like your next career move, please apply today!

Created: 2026-04-30