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Loans Officer | Coventry | Permanent | 4 day working week (34 hours) | Salary £28,000-£33,000 | Hybrid working\n\nWe’re looking for a proactive, commercially minded Loans Officer who thrives in a sales-driven environment while maintaining strong awareness of responsible lending and FCA expectations.\n\nThis role blends business development, client relationship management, and credit assessment. You will engage directly with SMEs, build a pipeline of quality applications, and guide customers through the lending journey - all while ensuring rigorous due diligence and compliance.\n\nThe Company\n\nSeymour John are pleased to be supporting a well‑established not‑for‑profit organisation as they continue to grow their impact across the region. This is an organisation with a strong reputation for responsible, community‑focused lending, and a genuine commitment to helping local businesses thrive.\n\nThe Opportunity\n\nKey responsibilities will include:\n\n * Manage and nurture a pipeline of loan enquiries, keeping applicants engaged and moving efficiently through each stage of the process\n\n * Assess business plans, financial information and supporting documents to make balanced lending recommendations that support both responsible lending and strong conversion rates\n\n * Complete KYC, AML and fraud checks while maintaining momentum to keep applications progressing\n\n * Communicate proactively with applicants, providing clear guidance, handling objections, and ensuring a positive experience from enquiry to decision\n\n * Build strong relationships with referral partners, intermediaries and business networks to support a consistent flow of quality applications\n\n * Attend occasional outreach or networking events to promote the loan offer and increase awareness among potential applicants\n\n * Work collaboratively with internal teams to ensure approved applicants transition smoothly to completion\n\n * Maintain accurate records, follow lending policies and regulatory requirements\n\nPersonal Profile\n\n * A strong sales background with proven experience generating leads and building relationships\n\n * Confidence managing a fast‑moving pipeline, prioritising effectively and working towards targets\n\n * Good understanding of business finance, cashflow and the factors that influence affordability\n\n * Awareness of FCA regulations\n\n * Excellent communication skills - able to build rapport quickly\n\n * Commercially minded, proactive and resilient when dealing with varied customer needs\n\nTO APPLY\n\nPlease contact Joe Woodall at Seymour John Ltd\n\nIf you thrive in a fast-paced environment and enjoy making a measurable impact, we would love to hear from you!\n\nBy responding, we will register you as a candidate with Seymour John Limited. To understand how we will use your personal data, please read the Privacy Policy on our website

Position Title: Business Support Officer \n\nDuration: Contract \n\nLocation: Whitley\n\nKey Accountabilities and Responsibilities:\n\nGovernance & Assurance: \n\nEnsure compliance with standards, document control, and assurance processes across capital and operational expenditure.\nSupport implementation of governance structures across the portfolio. Capital Project Evaluation: \n\nCollaborate with the Strategic Technical Specialist to assess the feasibility of capital investment on projects and support in business case development.\nRegularly review project rankings based on strategic value, financial return and resource availability. Project Budgeting & Monitoring: \n\nAssist in the development of project budgets, supporting stakeholders in the appropriate allocation of spend type.\nMonitor project performance to identify and flag budget overruns or delays. Operational Expenditure Planning: \n\nSupport with building operational budgets in conjunction with customers and operations teams.\nIdentify operational improvement opportunities to support budget alignment and cost risk mitigation. Assets & Lifecycle Planning: \n\nSupport with asset management and tagging across local area.\nSupport asset lifecycle planning by identifying risks and opportunities for investment, both capital and operational. Tools & Techniques: \n\nMaintain capital and operational budgets and expenditure in collaboration with stakeholders.\nDevelop and maintain Tableau dashboards to visualise KPIs, timelines, and budget drawdown. Risk, Opportunity & Issue Management: \n\nSupport with maintaining risk and opportunity registers, support workshops, and ensure timely escalation and reporting.\nHelp identify and mitigate delivery risks. Change Control: \n\nAdhere to change control processes, ensuring accurate documentation and tracking.\nSupport review and approval workflows per governance protocols. Stakeholder & Communications Management: \n\nEnsure effective engagement with project stakeholders and cross-functional collaboration, including central business and buyer teamsKnowledge, Skills, and Experience\n\nEssential:\n\nExperience in a Business Planning or Finance function; strong business acumen\nExperience working with Capital and / or Operational budgets\nProven budget and forecasting skills\nExcellent communication and interpersonal skills\nStrong stakeholder reporting and engagement skills\nHigh attention to detail and organisational skills\nUnderstanding of planning cycles with ability to adapt to local business context\nExperience with cost management processes (e.g. QCRA, VfM)\nStrong analytical and data interpretation skills\nExperience with Tableau or similar tools\nProficient in Excel, PowerPoint, Word, and SharePoint\nGood understanding of MS Office and project planning tools\nKnowledge of risk, issue, and change control processes Desirable:\n\nExperience with SAP or similar finance tool\nExperience in engineering, infrastructure, or technical projects\nKnowledge of lifecycle frameworks (e.g. RIBA, V-model) including costing\nFamiliarity with project methodologies (e.g. APM, PRINCE2)\nExposure to portfolio-level reporting\nDegree or equivalent experience in Business / Finance / Accounting\nFamiliarity with Confluence and collaborative platforms\nExperience supporting lessons learned and continuous improvement\nUnderstanding of financial tracking and budget reporting\nAsset management experience\nExperience with leading or supporting internal / external auditsExcellent Opportunity with immediate starts available\n\n*Applicants MUST have proof of immediate, on-going and valid eligibility to work full time in the UK and travel within the EU

If you believe you have what it takes to succeed in the role as Finance Officer then please apply. Liaising with the local authority and the Penderels Trust finance department in relation to invoicing and payment queries. Experience of working in a finance or accounting environment.

Reed Accountancy are delighted to be recruiting for an Assistant Management Accountant, offering a superb opportunity to join a highly regarded organisation and play a key role in supporting the Finance Manager across all areas of accounting. Working as part of a friendly and collaborative finance t

If you believe you have what it takes to succeed in the role of Finance Officer, then please apply. Monitoring and updating customer account information and reconciling information with finance reports. Calculating and processing funds that need to be returned to local authority or other funding bod

As we continue to develop and strengthen our impact, we are seeking an experienced and values-driven Chief Finance & Operations Officer to join our senior leadership team. Work within our current Sage desktop system and support the transition to a cloud-based finance system, which is being imple

As our first Executive Director of Finance and statutory Section 73 Officer, you will build the financial architecture that makes this possible.

This organisation is recruiting a Finance Officer to manage the daily operations of its finance function while overseeing a small team. We are seeking a Finance Officer to join a fantastic charity business in Coventry. Oversee daily finance ops (payroll, VAT, income streams) & compliance.

Overview of Role: The Deputy Chief Finance Officer (DCFO) is a pivotal member of the Chief Finance Officers Senior Leadership Team, supporting the delivery of the organisations aims and improvements in quality, efficiency and effectiveness, combining strategic leadership with a hands-on approach to

AlertSystems is a leading provider of business security systems.We are fully committed to providing customers with effective and reliable solutions to security problems, with a quality of installation and after-sales care that sets us apart from our competitors.Our comprehensive product range includ

Finance Officer - Start ASAP - 18 month FTC (maternity cover)Stroud (3 days home working per week) - 8:45am-5pm (45 minute lunch)Up to £32k dependant on experience - Outstanding benefitsSole finance person - Support from external Acc

Finance Officer & HR Administrator (Part-Time) | Hampshire (Office-Based) | Up To £34,500 (Pro Rata) | 21 Hours Per Week (Flexible Across 3–4 Days)Make an Impact Where It MattersLooking for a role where your financial and HR e

Farrer Barnes is delighted to be partnering with an education trust to recruit an exceptional Chief Finance & Operations Officer, a pivotal executive leadership role at the heart of the Trust’s strategic direction and long-term development. Senior Consultant - Education Finance Recruitment. Report

Finance Officer, Loan Management. The Finance Officer will work in the Loan Administration Unit and focus on the Bank's back‑office operations on financial products (primarily loans and grants but may also include equity investments, guarantees, and other financing products). Provide subject‑mat

A mission-driven organisation in Greater London seeks a Finance Officer/Assistant to join their friendly finance team temporarily.

My client is a long-established independent school based in South London, looking to recruit a School Finance Officer to the team on a temporary basis. Desire to learn and develop under the current finance team, with long-term development potential on offer.

The Principal Finance Officer, Head of Financial Accounting and Reporting will supervise AIIB’s financial accounting and reporting, particularly in financial statements, management reports, and project initiatives of complex accounting and reporting matters. Master’s degree or equivalent in acco

A new regional authority in the UK seeks an Executive Director of Finance to establish financial frameworks, support strategic investment, and lead a finance team.

Position: Chief Finance Officer. Significant senior-level public sector finance leadership experience. Experience performing the role of Section 151 Officer or Deputy S151 in a local authority or public sector organisation.

A respected secondary school in Derby is looking for a detail-focused Finance Officer to join their finance department starting January 2026. Candidates should have experience in school finance or accounting, be proficient in finance software, and possess strong numeracy skills.

A charitable organization in early years education is seeking a Lead Finance Officer to manage budgets and financial records while supporting key contracts and projects. You will ensure financial integrity, produce high-quality reports, and lead a Finance Officer within the team.

A regional financial leadership role seeks an Executive Director of Finance to establish financial frameworks integral to shaping capital investment in the Hampshire & Solent Combined County Authority. The successful candidate will work with senior leaders, providing insights for high-value investme

Trade Finance experience in Banking/Finance. Mandarin Speaking Senior Officer Trade Finance. Lead innovation in Joint Trade Finance and traditional finance products by implementing new product strategies and security necessary internal and Head Office approves.

The Deputy Chief Finance Officer is responsible for the operational day to day management of the finance function and deputises for the Chief Finance Officer (CFO) as and when required. The Deputy Chief Finance Officer (DCFO) is a pivotal senior leadership role, working in close partnership with the

Due to exciting business growth, our client, a leading international bank based in the heart of central London, is seeking a Finance Operations Officer to join their Finance team. Duties of the Finance Officer to include:. Requirements for the successful Finance Officer include:.

A prestigious educational institution in Greater London seeks a Policy Officer for the Grantham Research Institute on Climate Change.

A recruitment consultancy is seeking a proactive HR Officer on a part-time basis, providing both on-site and remote HR support to management.

We’re the UK & Global Market leading provider of part-time Finance Director’s and Chief Finance Officer’s services to mid-sized businesses. If you’re a top quality Chief Financial Officer / Finance Director who’s frustrated and fed up with the confines of a normal corporate life and you’

We have a fantastic new job opportunity for a Senior Rent and Service Charge Officer with experience in finance / accounting and social housing rents and service charges, ability to analyse and interpret numerical data and excellent communication skills. As the Senior Rent and Service Charge Officer

Responsible Finance is the membership association for the UK’s Community Development Finance Institutions (CDFIs). The Project Support Officer will assist in the delivery of key projects and support the Programme Director and Programme Managers in ensuring the smooth running of a Programme Managem

An education sector client in West Bromwich is seeking a part-time School Finance Officer to work 24 hours per week. Candidates should be AAT qualified or part-qualified, with prior finance experience and strong skills in Microsoft Excel.

As we enter a period of planned growth in both lending and deposits, we are seeking a Chief Finance Officer who will also serve as Company Secretary and act as deputy to the Chief Executive. Senior finance leadership experience, ideally within a regulated financial services environment. Background i

Commercial Retail Property Finance Officer - must have commercial retail experience in Finance.

A seasoned senior finance leader. An ambitious and talented Head of Finance. You will report directly to senior leadership and line‑manage several Heads of Service across finance, revenues, benefits and debt.

A global merchant commodities firm in London seeks a Trade Finance Officer. Candidates should possess strong technical skills, excellent communication abilities, and proficiency in Trade Finance systems.

A local authority agency in the West Midlands is seeking a Finance and Compliance Monitoring Officer on a temporary basis to oversee financial monitoring and compliance for funded programmes.

Foster a culture of accountability and transparency within the finance team and across the organisation. Job function: Finance and Accounting/Auditing. Trace | Expert Accountancy & Finance Recruitment presents a 6-month Interim CFO opportunity on a fractional basis.

The Bloomberg Information Security Office team is dedicated to making our products and technologies as secure as possible through design, development, and operation.We report into the Chief Information Security Office while working closely with regulated businesses, key lines of business, and develo

A prominent London Borough Council in Greater London is seeking a Senior Finance Officer to support financial business partnering across various services.

Retail Property Finance Officer.

A leading police force in the UK is seeking an Assistant Chief Officer - Resources to provide financial stewardship and strategic alignment for high-quality policing.

Our Senior Finance Officers are required to work flexibly in line with the business need, and the reasonable requests of senior management, to support the scrutiny and challenge of financial information provided by services. Working with Finance colleagues, the post holders will contribute to the ma

The Finance Officer will report to the Assistant Accountant and work closely with the wider Finance Team. Part Time Finance Officer (Accounts Payable). Supporting the Assistant Accountant with additional finance tasks as required.

We’re working with a Unitary Authority in the South East to support the recruitment of their Chief Finance Officer (Deputy S 151). Key Responsibilities of the Chief Finance Officer. Essential Experience required of the Chief Finance Officer.

Chief Finance Officer and Company Secretary. As we enter a period of planned growth in both lending and deposits, we are seeking a Chief Finance Officer who will also serve as Company Secretary and act as deputy to the Chief Executive. Background in banking, mutual organisations, church or charity f