Development Finance Director

# Development Finance DirectorAccounting / Finance,Finance DirectorOctober 1, 2026Permanent Job Description Permanent Watford, Hertfordshire Posted 20 hours ago £120,000 per annum + Plus PackageWebsite CV-Library Development Finance Director £120k + Benefits Herefordshire Interviews Taking Place NowStride Recruitment is recruiting an experienced Development Finance professional to join a growing specialist lending environment.We're looking for someone with a strong track record in originating and structuring development finance, building relationships with developers and intermediaries, and managing a lending portfolio from initial opportunity through to completion and redemption.This is a senior, commercially focused position offering the opportunity to take ownership of new business generation, credit underwriting and portfolio management, while playing a key role in the continued growth of the lending function.Perks & BenefitsJoin a growing and well-established specialist finance businessCompetitive £120,000 salary and comprehensive benefits packagePrivate medical healthcareAttractive holiday packageGenuine opportunity to grow and develop as the business grows What We're Looking ForA proven track record in development finance business developmentStrong experience in structuring development finance facilitiesGood understanding of development appraisals, valuations and property-related riskExperience of credit underwriting and presenting lending proposals to senior decision-makersStrong knowledge of the legal and professional processes involved in development financeExcellent relationship-building and communication skills, particularly with developers, brokers and intermediariesContact Rachel.All calls and enquiries are treated confidentially