Asset Manager (m|f|x) London

Propel Finance was established in 1996 to provide flexible and accessible finance to SMEs across the country. Now, more than 20 years on, Propel has grown to become one of the UK’s largest, independent finance houses. We have continued to deliver leading-edge finance solutions through a unique combination of teamwork and technology.

From this continued success we are now looking to recruit an Asset Manager to allow us to continue our exciting growth plans.

Our aim is to take the service we offer to the next level, to push the boundaries of what’s available, and to create great customer experiences consistent with our values. Does that sound like something you’d like to be part of?

Aufgaben

You will be part of the recently created Asset Management function within Propel and will report to the Head of Asset Management. This role requires working closely with key stakeholders (e.g. Credit, Sales, Operations, Finance, Legal & Compliance) across the business to ensure that there are robust asset management policies and processes in place to support business activities in key markets and manage associated risks effectively across the asset lifecycle.

• Responsibility for the asset related risks within the portfolio of assets owned and managed by Propel in support of the leasing and hire purchase business.
• Support the underwriting process for new business flows by delivering appropriate high-quality insight and expertise on asset valuations, secondary market liquidity and volatility, remarketing scenarios and exit strategies where required on a broad range of equipment types. Maintain and regularly review (under appropriate governance) asset valuation guidance documents (e.g. standard depreciation profiles relevant to the main asset types which the business funds) and instruct and interpret external valuation work where required.
• Maintain and manage a panel of third-party service providers covering areas such as plant & machinery valuation, asset audit and inspection. Establish and maintain other sources of market information to inform the underwriting and in-life management of the portfolio.
• Maintain and manage an appropriate panel of Sub-Hire Audit firms and ensure ongoing management and review of audit schedules and managing the outcome of reviews including taking remediation action as appropriate.
• Maintain and manage an appropriate panel of agents to be utilised in asset recovery and sale situations working in conjunction with the Collections and Business Support functions. Provide asset valuations, asset recovery options and asset disposal advice as required in line with agreed recovery approaches.

Profil / Ihre Qualifikation / Ihre Persönlichkeit:

• Significant Asset Finance experience in a similar role
• Have operated across the asset life cycle from origination through to portfolio management and remarketing.
• Strong knowledge of asset finance, specific asset type expertise and familiar with the sector infrastructure including advisors / suppliers.
• Demonstrable experience of a wide range of sectors: Transportation / Construction / Agriculture / Manufacturing
• Understanding of Governance, Risk Management and Compliance within an Asset Management Framework.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with experience in presenting information to diverse stakeholder groups.
• Maintains solid relationships with external professional bodies, suppliers and clients.

Das erwartet Sie

We have a great working environment and we’re an ambitious business. We achieve so much because of our people. Everyone in the business, no matter their team or role can shape the outcome, share ideas, make suggestions, and have their voice heard. It’s a truly collaborative place to work.

At Propel, we embrace hybrid working and with modern offices in Newport, London and Manchester, plus a field-based sales team, you’ll never be too far away from colleagues.

• 25 days annual leave + bank holidays
• 2 additional days holiday after 5 years’ service
• Birthday day off
• Opt in Private Medical Insurance
• Subsidised gym membership at £18.75 a month
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Electric Car Scheme
• Buy Annual Leave Scheme
• Half day seasonal shopping
• Auto enrolment pension – 3% employer contribution subject to eligibility
• Life Assurance 3 x basic salary
• Employee Assistance Programme available 24/7
• Company events and reward schemes

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55 Blandford St, GB-W1U 7HW London