Junior Underwriter – Bridging Finance

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

Job summary

A leading financial services firm seeks a Junior Underwriter in Derby for assessing bridging loan applications. The role offers career progression opportunities, and participants will be involved in compliance, risk analysis, and collaborating with brokers and clients. Applicants should possess a business degree and a keen interest in finance.

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, including property valuations.
• Assist in analysing risk and ensuring compliance with policy criteria.
• Prepare reports and underwriting summaries for management.

Skills

Analytical mindset

Interest in property finance

Attention to detail

Education

Business related degree

Job description

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derby, United Kingdom

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Posted:

04.06.2025

Expiry Date:

19.07.2025

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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 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 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 practice 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 then your application has been unsuccessful.