Bridging Underwriter

Brooke Harrison Recruitment; England; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency in the United Kingdom is seeking a Bridging Underwriter to manage the lending process from application to drawdown. The ideal candidate will have previous underwriting experience in bridging or development finance, strong knowledge of FCA regulations, and excellent attention to detail. Join a dynamic and growing team to deliver exceptional service in a full-time, permanent role.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Benefits

Qualifications

• Previous experience in underwriting is essential.
• Strong understanding of FCA regulations is necessary.
• Attention to detail and organizational skills are critical.

Responsibilities

• Manage the lending process from application to drawdown.
• Ensure compliance with underwriting and due diligence procedures.
• Liaise with internal teams and external parties throughout the lending process.

Skills

Previous underwriting experience in bridging and/or development finance

Strong understanding of FCA regulation

Excellent attention to detail

Strong written and verbal communication skills

Proficient in Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook

Education

CeMAP qualification

Job description

Overview

Bridging Underwriter

Location: Watford
Salary: Competitive + Benefits
Job Type: Full-Time, Permanent

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage the lending process from application to drawdown, ensuring compliance with underwriting and due diligence procedures
• Prioritise and manage a pipeline of bridging cases efficiently
• Ensure all applications meet lending criteria
• Liaise with internal teams and external parties throughout the lending process
• Instruct solicitors once offers are made and provide necessary documentation
• Follow Treating Customers Fairly (TCF) guidelines and responsible lending principles
• Demonstrate deep underwriting knowledge and support the wider team when needed

Skills and Experience:

• Previous underwriting experience in bridging and/or development finance
• Strong understanding of FCA regulation
• CeMAP qualification desirable but not essential
• Proficient in Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook
• Excellent attention to detail, organisational and prioritisation skills
• Strong written and verbal communication skills

Personal Attributes:

• Resilient, flexible, and well-organised
• Confident working under pressure and meeting deadlines
• Team player with a proactive approach

If you are an experienced underwriter passionate about delivering excellent service and want to join a professional, high-performing team, we want to hear from you.

Apply now to be part of a dynamic and growing team.