Corporate Banking Manager

Corporate Banking Manager - Winchester at Handelsbanken

This is an exciting opportunity to join an established team at the Winchester branch as a Corporate Banking Manager. The successful candidate will manage a portfolio of business customers, predominantly property lending, along with local trading businesses and non-borrowing clients. Responsibilities include preparing credit applications, conducting financial and risk analysis, monitoring accounts, ensuring covenant compliance, and driving portfolio growth through new customer acquisition and business development.

• Maintain and develop a corporate customer portfolio, building relationships and ensuring customer satisfaction.
• Identify, meet, and win prospective customers and introducers, outlining Handelsbanken’s services.
• Complete credit applications and annual reviews in line with the Bank’s Credit Policy.
• Interpret financial information, evaluate lending propositions, assess risk ratings, and structure transactions appropriately.
• Develop and maintain a sound understanding of the local market; maintain relationships with professional firms and introducers.
• Attend networking events and engage in focused business development activities.
• Recommend suitable Handelsbanken products and services based on customer needs.
• Handle general administration, prepare/review legal documents, and manage KYC/AML reviews.

• Proven track‑record in corporate relationship and portfolio management, with strong business development capabilities.
• In-depth knowledge of the Bank’s Credit Policy, corporate products, and competitor offerings.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, able to represent Handelsbanken effectively.
• Strong team player, flexible, proactive, and able to work under pressure with integrity and discretion.
• High attention to detail, organised, and capable of delivering work with high accuracy.
• Experience with lending documentation, security, and AML/KYC procedures is advantageous.
• High level of computer literacy (Microsoft Word and Excel); additional IT training will be provided.

Handelsbanken is a relationship bank with a decentralised structure and a strong local presence. Each branch operates as a local business, enabling bespoke service focused on individual customer needs and long‑term relationships. The Bank is committed to embedding good equality and diversity practice, creating an inclusive workplace that welcomes applicants regardless of background.

• Wide range of learning and development opportunities.
• Competitive salary and extensive benefits, including private medical insurance, income protection, and life assurance.
• ‑leading pension contribution of 15% paid by the bank, investable in a range of funds.