Bridging Underwriter

Brooke Harrison Recruitment; Greater London; On-site; GBP 36,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement savings plan

Job summary

Brooke Harrison Recruitment is partnering with a leading property finance lender to fill a Bridging Underwriter role in London. You will assess loan applications, review valuations, and ensure compliance with lending policies to support fast, responsible decisioning.

You will coordinate with brokers, valuers, and solicitors to gather information, progress applications, and guide colleagues on underwriting best practices within agreed timelines.

Qualifications

• Experience in evaluating loan applications and supporting lending decisions.
• Understanding of valuation reports and compliance with lending policies.

Responsibilities

• Underwriting and assessing loan documentation, including valuation reports, to ensure accuracy and compliance with lending policies and regulations.
• Conducting comprehensive checks on applicants and properties to assess their suitability for the applied loan, identifying any concerns or discrepancies.
• Proactively communicating with brokers and other stakeholders to obtain additional information as needed and provide timely updates on application status.
• Collaborating with introducers, valuers, and solicitors to facilitate the smooth progression of loan applications and address any issues or inquiries.
• Providing support and guidance to colleagues on matters related to underwriting and mortgage completion, fostering a collaborative and knowledge-sharing environment.
• Managing decisions on inquiries and new applications within agreed-upon time frames, prioritizing responsiveness and customer satisfaction.
• Contributing to the continual improvement of the company's lending proposition by identifying opportunities for enhancement and implementing innovative solutions

Skills

Underwriting

Loan documentation

Regulatory compliance

Stakeholder communication

Team collaboration

Job description

Comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance and retirement savings plan.

Opportunities for career advancement and professional growth within a dynamic and supportive work environment.

Access to ongoing training and development programs to enhance skills and knowledge.

About Us :

A leading property finance lender, specializing in bridging loans and auction finance. Proud to assist numerous property professionals, business owners, and individuals with their finance requirements. Reputation in the market excels for delivering fit-for-purpose short-term loans at speed, and our approach to lending is consistently recognized within the financial services industry.

About the role :

As a Bridging Underwriter with our company, you will play a pivotal role in evaluating and determining the feasibility of loan applications.

• Underwriting and assessing loan documentation, including valuation reports, to ensure accuracy and compliance with lending policies and regulations.
• Conducting comprehensive checks on applicants and properties to assess their suitability for the applied loan, identifying any concerns or discrepancies.
• Proactively communicating with brokers and other stakeholders to obtain additional information as needed and provide timely updates on application status.
• Collaborating with introducers, valuers, and solicitors to facilitate the smooth progression of loan applications and address any issues or inquiries.
• Providing support and guidance to colleagues on matters related to underwriting and mortgage completion, fostering a collaborative and knowledge-sharing environment.
• Managing decisions on inquiries and new applications within agreed-upon time frames, prioritizing responsiveness and customer satisfaction.
• Contributing to the continual improvement of the company's lending proposition by identifying opportunities for enhancement and implementing innovative solutions