Job Description

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Job Purpose:

The Loan Officer is responsible for engaging with loan applicants to submit proposals for loans to underwriting. The post holder will also work to develop partnerships with local business support agencies, generate their own new leads, and ensure DSL services are promoted in the market.

Assignment and Review of Work:

Duties are determined by the Chief Operating Officer. There will be an annual appraisal with interim reviews of objectives, as well as ongoing informal meetings as required in line with normal business practice. Priorities are set in line with business needs.

Key Result Areas

The role will include, but not be limited to, the following:

Loan Officer Activities

General administration and appraisal of client applications for all relevant funds. Dealing with enquiries and signposting. Actively managing work in progress and maintaining good communications with applicants. Liaising with intermediary advisers to assist processing of loan applications.

Development/Support Activities

Supporting clients who wish to make an application with advice and information. Making presentations through partner organisations to potential new clients. Assisting the DSL team to develop new services for clients and be part of implementing these. Working with external advisers to ensure DSL services meet the changing needs of clients and the organisations that assist those clients. Referring clients to other agencies where further help is required. Actively seeking new opportunities to win and convert loans for new clients.

Corporate Activities

Assisting with the organisation of DSL client and partner events. Representing the company at relevant events.

Job Requirements

Essential

Personally organised, diligent with an eye for and attention to detail. Excellent communicator, both verbal and written. Ability to work independently and as part of a team. Ability to take initiative as circumstances require. Desire to learn and gain new skills.

Desirable

Business plan assessment skills. Financial qualification/experience. 3 years' general business experience. Minimum of 2 years of lending experience to SMEs. Car owner/clean licence. Experience of working as part of a team in a fast-paced environment.

How to Apply

To request the full job description and application form, email: info@dsl-businessfinance.co.uk Or download the application pack from: https://dsl-businessfinance.co.uk/work-with-us/

If you're passionate about making a meaningful contribution to Scotland's economy, we'd love to hear from you.

Submit your completed application (marked "Loan Officer Application") via email or by post to:

DSL Business Finance Ltd

Moorpark Court, 5 Dava Street, Glasgow, G51 2JA

Application Deadline: Monday, 1 September 2025 at 9:00 AM

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: 25,000.00-32,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Bereavement leave Company pension Free parking On-site parking Paid volunteer time Sick pay Work from home
Schedule:

Flexitime Monday to Friday
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Glasgow G51 2JA

Application deadline: 01/09/2025
Reference ID: LOAN OFFICER
Expected start date: 15/09/2025