Junior Underwriter – Bridging Finance

JR United Kingdom; Brighton; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A fast-growing UK-focused bridging lender is seeking a Junior Underwriter in Brighton. The role involves reviewing loan applications, assessing risk, and ensuring regulatory compliance. Candidates should have a business-related degree and an interest in property finance. This position offers training and career progression.

Benefits

Private medical insurance

Pension scheme

Training and progression opportunities

Qualifications

• A keen interest in property finance, lending, or underwriting.
• Business-related degree – essential.
• Prior experience in financial services, property, or underwriting is essential.

Responsibilities

• Review and assess bridging loan applications.
• Assist in analysing risk and ensuring compliance.
• Prepare reports and underwriting summaries for management.

Skills

Analytical mindset

Interest in property finance

Willingness to learn

Education

Business-related degree

Job description

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Junior Underwriter – Bridging Finance, Brighton

Client: Fame Recruitment

Location: Brighton, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

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Posted:

04.06.2025

Expiry Date:

19.07.2025

Job Description:

We are working with a well-established and fast-growing UK-focused bridging lender that provides flexible finance solutions for property investors and developers. Due to continued expansion and a strong clientele, they are now looking to hire a Junior Underwriter to join their London-based team.

This role is located in North West London and offers private medical insurance, a pension scheme, training, progression, and the opportunity to become part of a company which is a leader in their field.

Key Responsibilities

• Review and assess bridging loan applications, including property valuations and borrower profiles
• Assist in analysing risk and ensuring all applications meet compliance and policy criteria
• Examine legal and financial documentation such as title deeds, contracts, and income verification
• Liaise with brokers, solicitors, and clients to gather required documents and clarify details
• Monitor market trends and property data relevant to bridging finance
• Prepare reports and underwriting summaries for management
• Ensure regulatory compliance and best practices throughout the underwriting process

Requirements

• A keen interest in property finance, lending, or underwriting
• Business-related degree – essential
• Analytical mindset and a willingness to learn
• Prior experience in financial services, property, or underwriting is essential

If you are interested in this Underwriter role and would like to know more, please contact Fame Recruitment today on a strictly private and confidential basis for an informal discussion.

Fame Recruitment is an equal opportunities employer. We continually strive to improve our processes around our diversity, equity, and inclusion strategy.

Due to high volumes of applications, we are unable to respond individually. However, if you have not heard from a consultant within 24 hours, your application has been unsuccessful.