Junior Underwriter – Bridging Finance

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

Job summary

A well-established UK-focused bridging lender seeks a Junior Underwriter to join their team in Watford. This role involves assessing loan applications, ensuring compliance, and liaising with various stakeholders. Ideal for those with a business-related degree and a keen interest in property finance, offering opportunities for progression and development.

Benefits

Private medical insurance

Pension scheme

Training and progression

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 analyzing risk and ensuring compliance.
• Examine legal and financial documentation.

Skills

Analytical mindset

Interest in property finance

Education

Business-related degree

Job description

Junior Underwriter – Bridging Finance, Watford, Hertfordshire

Client:

Fame Recruitment

Location:

Watford, Hertfordshire, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

EU work permit required:

Yes

Job Views:

2

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 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 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.

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