Operations Director – Real Estate Finance

Company: CRS
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Location: Peterborough
Job Description:

Operations Director – Bridging & Development Finance

Hybrid – Peterborough, £110k + Bonus + Equity

We’re working with a growing specialist property lender who are looking to appoint an Operations Director to help scale their lending platform and support ambitious growth plans.

This is a senior, hands-on leadership role with real influence—sitting on credit committee, shaping lending strategy, and building out operations as the loan book continues to expand.

The Role:

• Lead underwriting & credit oversight (managing Head of Underwriting)

• Own operational infrastructure – from application through to drawdown & in-life management

• Drive improvements across process, turnaround times & customer experience

• Support sales/BDM team to deliver on origination and conversion targets

• Play a key role in lending strategy, product development & business growth

What we’re looking for:

• Senior underwriting background across bridging, development or commercial property finance (7–10+ years)

• Strong operational mindset – able to build, improve and scale processes

• Commercial, hands-on and comfortable in a growing, entrepreneurial environment

Why join?

• Backed by strong funding lines (UHNW + UK bank)

• Genuine influence at senior leadership level

• Equity participation alongside competitive base + bonus

• Collaborative, no-ego culture

If you’re looking for a role where you can genuinely shape a lender’s growth journey, this is worth a conversation.

Get in touch for more details or a confidential discussion

Posted: April 1st, 2026