Senior Relationship Director | S4 | Large Corporate | Manchester or Liverpool

Senior Relationship Director – Large Corporate

Company: Santander

Location: Manchester or Liverpool, United Kingdom

Role Summary

As a Large Corporate Relationship Director, you will manage a portfolio of corporate clients, driving growth through acquisition, relationship management, and retention. You will develop tailored funding and lending solutions, act as a trusted adviser, manage risk and compliance, drive business development, coach and mentor teams, champion digital adoption, and promote Santander’s values.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead a portfolio of corporate clients, driving growth in line with Santander’s strategic priorities.
• Develop and deliver tailored funding and lending solutions, collaborating with Credit Risk, Portfolio Management, and Treasury.
• Act as a trusted adviser, building deep, long‑term relationships with clients and business introducers.
• Manage risk effectively, ensuring compliance with credit policies, regulatory frameworks, and financial crime standards.
• Proactively identify new opportunities, supporting sustainable revenue growth and profitability targets.
• Provide coaching, performance management and mentoring to Relationship Managers.
• Champion digital adoption, using platforms such as Salesforce and nCino to deliver efficient onboarding and improve client experience.
• Promote Santander’s values and culture, acting as an ambassador for the bank.

Qualifications

• Professional Experience
  • Experience developing and driving a business development strategy to deliver corporate bank growth.
  • High level of credit underwriting and financial crime risk skills.
  • Proven record of providing high‑quality client experience.
  • Proven experience with corporate businesses.
  • Proven knowledge of risks and mitigations.
  • Excellent presentation, negotiation, analytical, and report‑writing skills.
• Education
  • Degree‑level education in Business, Finance, Economics or Accounting (or equivalent experience).
  • Relevant professional banking or finance qualification (e.g., Chartered Banker, ACIB, CFA, ACCA) preferred.
  • Advanced credit and risk analysis training or certification preferred.
• Hard Skills
  • Advanced credit and financial analysis – assess risk, structure complex lending solutions, and prepare high‑quality credit submissions.
  • Strong commercial acumen – deep understanding of corporate banking products, markets, and the wider economic environment.
  • Digital proficiency – confident use of CRM and workflow tools such as Salesforce, nCino, and Office365.
• Soft Skills
  • Exceptional relationship management and communication skills – engage and influence clients, stakeholders, and colleagues effectively.
  • Leadership and coaching ability – inspire and develop others, fostering a culture of collaboration and continuous improvement.
  • Resilient and optimistic mindset – approach challenges positively, demonstrate adaptability, and promote Santander’s values and behaviours.
• Commitment to Professional Development – ongoing commitment to regulatory awareness and leadership capability.

Benefits

• Salary: £83,200.00 – £124,800.00 per annum (dependent on experience).
• 35‑hour standard working week; annual salary based on this schedule.
• Holiday: 30 days plus bank holidays (31 days following 5years of service); option to purchase up to 5 contractual days per year.
• Car allowance: £6,000 per year.
• Company‑funded private medical insurance.
• Death‑in‑service benefit and income protection insurance; discounted rates for additional life assurance and critical illness cover.
• Share plans – opportunity to save or invest in Santander shares.
• Access to staff products such as Edge Current Accounts and Credit Cards with no fees.
• Wellbeing support across physical, mental, social and financial pillars, including gym and fitness access, online classes and flexible healthcare.
• Enhanced family leave, childcare options and tailored wellbeing support.
• Volunteering opportunities and global career growth possibilities.

Legal and Compliance

We are an inclusive organisation committed to equal opportunities for all, respecting age, gender, disability, civil status, race, religion and sexual orientation. All candidates must have the right to work in the UK.

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