Manager, Portfolio Support (Portfolio Management - Loans)

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Manager, Portfolio Support (Portfolio Management - Loans) – Homes England National Housing Bank. 39,933 to 46,573 Location: Hybrid 50/50. This role will be based in our Leeds office only, where our new headquarters are located. Homes England launched the National Housing Bank, a new government-backed investment platform to accelerate housing delivery across England. With 16bn in capital, it will unlock private investment, support regeneration and accelerate housing delivery across the UK. Joining now offers a rare opportunity to shape a major new national investment platform from the ground up. The role holder will support the management of a portfolio of Structured Real Estate Finance and Infrastructure Loans and partner relationships for successful outcomes i.e. delivery, value, return/recovery and growth. Investments include a variety of funding structures and solutions across a range of asset class sub sectors, with a strong focus on impactful delivery outcomes. The role holder will work collaboratively supporting the lead Portfolio Manager in ensuring strong stewardship through effective client management, which includes managing and mitigating risks, regular monitoring, reporting and assurance.

Responsibilities\n

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• Support delivery of housing starts, completions, unlocking of land, and budgeted spend aligned with the National Housing Bank Business Plan and annual targets.
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• Prepare credit submissions, payment requests, and instruct legal documentation to maintain compliance and quality standards.
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• Maintain oversight of portfolio performance and provide assurance through accurate data reporting and stewardship activities.
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• Monitor and manage risk profiles across transactions, identifying early signs of deterioration and work collaboratively with the lead Portfolio Manager implementing corrective actions in collaboration with Risk and Distressed Investments.
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• Analyse portfolio metrics and performance data to draft and produce high-quality reports and recommendations.
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• Contribute to policy and process reviews, recommending and implementing improvements to enhance efficiency and compliance.
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Candidate profile\n

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• Degree-level qualification or equivalent experience in Banking, Finance or a related field.
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• Proficient understanding of cashflow analysis and financial modelling.
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• Understanding of deal execution documents (including Loan Agreements and Security Documentation).
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• Experience in risk and client management across real estate lending portfolios, with development finance experience preferable.
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• Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
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• Effective communication skills, both written and verbal, with confidence in engaging internal and external stakeholders.
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• Ability to analyse information, identify issues and contribute to practical solutions.
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Why join?\n

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• Help build a new national investment institution
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• Work on complex and impactful housing and regeneration transactions
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• Deploy 16bn of government-backed capital
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• Hybrid 50/50 working across multiple national locations
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• Defined benefit pension and strong public-sector benefits
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Contact point for applicants\n

Name : Ciara Lynn

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Email :

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Recruitment team

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Closing date: 10th July, 2026

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Right to Work in the UK is required.

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