J3565 - Senior Underwriter - UK, South of England (Remote/Hybrid or Office) - Asset Finance

Leasing World; England; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A specialist finance provider is seeking an experienced Senior Underwriter to join their team. This role involves underwriting diverse secured and unsecured lending opportunities while collaborating across departments. Applicants should have a strong background in commercial lending and asset finance. This position offers a salary range of £60,000 - £70,000 plus bonuses and benefits, with the option to work remotely or on-site.

Benefits

Referral bonus of £500

Excellent bonus and benefits

Qualifications

• Strong background in commercial lending across both secured and unsecured transactions.
• In-depth understanding of asset finance structures, products, and credit principles.
• Demonstrated ability to work within direct and broker origination channels.

Responsibilities

• Underwrite new credit proposals and recommend those above mandate to Senior Credit Managers.
• Review proposals submitted by other underwriters, providing constructive feedback.
• Prepare detailed and commercially balanced credit papers for senior submission.

Skills

Commercial lending

Asset finance structures

Credit assessment writing

Strong communication

Collaborative approach

Job description

CAREERS IN LEASING Job Reference:: J3565
Job Title:: J3565 - Senior Underwriter - UK, South of England (Remote/Hybrid or Office) - Asset Finance
Location:: S Eng
Salary:: £60,000 - £70,000 plus excellent bonus and benefits
Description

J3565 - Senior Underwriter - UK, South of England (Remote/Hybrid or Office) - Asset Finance

New Leaf Search has partnered with a specialist finance provider in its search for a Senior Underwriter.

Salary: £60,000 - £70,000 plus excellent bonus and benefits. Location: UK, South of England (Remote/Hybrid or Office).

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced underwriter to take on a senior role within a growing finance business, assessing a diverse range of secured and unsecured lending opportunities while supporting the wider SME credit and risk function.

Key Accountabilities:

• Underwrite new credit proposals within delegated authority and recommend those above mandate to Senior Credit Managers.

• Review proposals submitted by other underwriters, providing constructive feedback and guidance.

• Prepare detailed and commercially balanced credit papers for submission to Senior Credit Managers and Credit Risk.

• Ensure all credit analysis meets internal QA and policy standards.

• Provide expert support and mentoring to the underwriting team, promoting consistency and best practice.

• Support Senior Credit Managers and deputise where required.

• Maintain strong collaboration across Sales, Credit, Asset Management, and Collections.

• Conduct customer visits and relationship reviews to ensure effective risk management.

Person Specification:

• Strong background in commercial lending across both secured and unsecured transactions.

• In-depth understanding of asset finance structures, products, and credit principles.

• Demonstrated ability to work within direct and broker origination channels.

• Skilled in writing and presenting detailed credit assessments for senior approval.

• Commercially minded, pragmatic, and confident making lending decisions within policy.

• Strong communicator with a collaborative approach and sound judgement.

We strongly favour applicants with proven, relevant experience in Financial Services; particularly Asset Finance and Leasing. You will also require relevant in-country experience , without which, your application will not be considered.

📩 Apply in confidence by sending your CV. Referral Bonus: £500 if you recommend someone we place!

Consultant

Jane Theobald

Recruitment Director

Contact:: Jane Theobald
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