Location: BOURNEMOUTH, DORSET, United Kingdom

Wholesale Lending Services (WLS) is expanding its footprint in Bournemouth and is seeking Analysts to support operational functions across a range of lending services. Join us in Bournemouth and help shape the future of Wholesale Lending Services.

As a Wholesale Lending Services Analyst, you will play a foundational role in supporting the full lifecycle of loan transactions, servicing, and origination activities. You will collaborate with colleagues and stakeholders across the firm, contributing to operational excellence, process improvements, and client satisfaction. This is an opportunity to develop your career in a dynamic environment, gain exposure to a range of lending products, and build valuable skills for future growth.

Job responsibilities

• Support the documentation, execution, servicing, and origination of syndicated and bilateral loan transactions and trading services, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and timely delivery across the loan lifecycle.
• Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders, including clients, legal, credit, operations, and trading teams, to resolve inquiries and facilitate seamless transaction processing.
• Review and interpret loan documentation, applying attention to detail and analytical skills to ensure operational feasibility and risk mitigation.
• Actively participate in change management initiatives, leveraging resources to minimize disruption and facilitate successful transitions in both lending and trading services.
• Maintain a strong controls environment, adhering to established procedures and policies, and escalating issues as appropriate.
• Contribute to a culture of excellent client service, supporting programs to enhance processes, reduce risk, and increase scalability.
• Foster collaboration and knowledge sharing within the team, supporting the development and engagement of colleagues.
   

Required qualifications, capabilities and skills

• Baseline knowledge or experience in financial services, banking operations, lending services or trading services, with an understanding of loan products and transaction management.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to interpret documentation and manage multiple tasks effectively.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build relationships and collaborate across teams.
• Proficiency in time management, organisation, and prioritisation, working well under pressure and to tight deadlines.
• Demonstrated control mindset and attention to detail, ensuring accuracy and compliance in all activities.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and ability to learn new systems and technologies.
   

 Preferred qualifications, capabilities and skills

• Experience in loan servicing, origination, or transaction execution within a financial institution.
• Familiarity with compliance processes, regulatory requirements, and operational risk management.
• Strong data and technology literacy, with the ability to analyse data and support process automation and continuous improvement.
• Experience in stakeholder relations, fostering collaboration and building productive relationships.
• Adaptability to changing priorities and environments, maintaining focus and consistency in routine tasks.
• Experience with LMA standard documentation and knowledge of the LMA Standard Terms and Conditions
• Willingness to learn, receive direction, and contribute to team success.

Wholesale Lending Services provides leading loan support for all business lines, aiming to be the top lending services organisation.