Underwriter – Bridging Finance

Brooke Harrison Recruitment; Wilmslow; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A dynamic financial lender in Wilmslow is seeking an experienced Underwriter specializing in bridging finance. The role involves assessing loan applications, making confident decisions, and managing relationships with brokers. The ideal candidate should thrive in a fast-paced environment and possess strong underwriting experience. This position offers competitive salary and benefits, including a discretionary bonus and generous holiday allowances.

Benefits

Competitive salary + discretionary annual bonus

24 days holiday + bank holidays

Birthday day off & Summer Fridays

“Give Back” charity day

Shared Reward Scheme

Team social events

Qualifications

• Previous underwriting experience within short-term/bridging finance.
• Strong understanding of property, valuations, risk, and deal structure.
• Confident communicator who handles challenging conversations.

Responsibilities

• Assess and underwrite bridging loan applications.
• Make confident decisions aligned with funding and risk appetite.
• Build strong relationships with brokers and external partners.

Skills

Underwriting experience in short-term/bridging finance

Understanding of property and valuations

Confident communication skills

Problem-solving skills

Ability to thrive under pressure

Job description

Underwriter – Bridging Finance

Wilmslow | Full-Time | Competitive Salary + Bonus

Are you an experienced Underwriter within bridging or short-term property finance? Looking to join a fast-paced, growing lender where your decisions genuinely shape the business?

We’re expanding our team and are looking for a confident, solutions-focused Underwriter who can balance commercial thinking with strong risk awareness.

What You’ll Do

• Assess and underwrite bridging loan applications across residential, semi-commercial and commercial properties.
• Make clear, confident decisions in line with funding and risk appetite.
• Communicate decisions effectively to brokers, clients and internal teams.
• Work creatively to structure deals that work for both the client and the business.
• Manage your own pipeline while supporting team delivery.
• Build strong relationships with brokers and external partners.

What We’re Looking For

• Previous underwriting experience within short-term/bridging finance (essential).
• Strong understanding of property, valuations, risk and deal structure.
• Confident communicator who can handle challenging conversations when needed.
• A problem solver who enjoys the quirk and complexity of deals.
• Someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment and stays calm under pressure.

Why Join Us

• Competitive salary + discretionary annual bonus
• 24 days holiday + bank holidays (rising to 25 after 1 year)
• Birthday day off & Summer Fridays
• “Give Back” charity day + “Making the Memory” leave for family milestones
• Westfield Health cash plan & 24/7 colleague support helpline
• Shared Reward Scheme
• Team social events and trips
• 5-minute walk from Wilmslow train station