Director, Loan Portfolio Diligence – Debt Advisory

Interpath Advisory

. Provide strategic leadership across all phases of loan portfolio diligence engagements.

Posted 10/14/2026full-timeLondon • United KingdomLeadWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates extensive expertise in structured finance and securitisation, with a strong focus on loan portfolio diligence, risk assessment, and client relationship management. Proven ability to lead teams, drive business development, and ensure compliance with regulatory standards.

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Structured Finance ExpertiseLoan Diligence EngagementsBusiness DevelopmentCredit Risk AssessmentTeam Leadership

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Hard Skills

Loan Portfolio DiligenceData VerificationRegulatory ReportingRisk Management ProceduresQuality ControlAUP TestingEngagement ScopingTransaction ExecutionCredit Risk AssessmentData Tapes

Soft Skills

Excellent CommunicationNegotiation SkillsTeam-BuildingInspirational LeadershipProactive Attitude

Industry Keywords

Structured FinanceSecuritisationClient OriginationMarket TrendsRegulatory DevelopmentsThought LeadershipOperational EfficiencyContinuous LearningSenior Client RelationshipsInnovation

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Provide strategic leadership across all phases of loan portfolio diligence engagements.
Oversee complex due diligence, re-underwriting, data verification, lending policy review, and AUP testing, including quality control and adherence to risk management procedures.
Provide strategic oversight of engagement scoping, risk assessment, and transaction execution, with engagement leader responsibility.
Cultivate existing senior client relationships and originate and develop new relationships through business development activities.
Lead and mentor high-performing teams, fostering excellence, innovation, and continuous development.
Shape the strategic direction and expansion of the Loan Portfolio Diligence business in the UK and beyond.
Collaborate with other firm divisions to deliver integrated solutions.
Represent the firm in industry forums and contribute to thought leadership and market visibility.
Drive operational efficiency, quality, and compliance with internal and external standards.
Monitor market trends, regulatory developments, and innovations in structured finance diligence.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Minimum of 10 years of experience in structured finance and securitisation or related fields.
Proven track record of leading or engaging in loan diligence engagements for a variety of structured finance transactions.
Strong commercial acumen with experience in business development and client origination and managing senior client relationships.
Technical knowledge of structured finance diligence requirements and credit risk assessment, with the ability to lead teams in the delivery of complex loan portfolio diligence engagements.
Proven experience with data tapes and regulatory reporting (e.g., ESMA templates, prospectuses).
A pro-active and results-oriented attitude with the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment.
Inspirational leader with experience mentoring and developing junior staff and a growing team.
Excellent communication, negotiation, and team-building skills.
Commitment to professional development and continuous learning.