Underwriting Team Lead — Lead with Impact & Fair Credit

Abound; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A fast-growing fintech company in the UK is seeking an Underwriting Team Lead to drive underwriting performance and operational excellence. This leadership role involves managing a team of underwriters, ensuring high-quality decisions, and achieving ambitious targets. Candidates should have at least 2 years of experience in underwriting leadership and a robust understanding of credit assessment. The position offers equity in the company, a hybrid work model, and multiple employee benefits including wellness initiatives and generous holiday allowance.

Benefits

Equity in the company

Hybrid working model

25 days' holiday plus 8 bank holidays

2 paid volunteering days

One month paid sabbatical after 4 years

Employee loan

Free gym membership

Team wellness budget

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years' experience in a Senior Underwriting or Team Lead role.
• Proven ability to inspire, motivate, and develop others.
• Strong understanding of credit policy and affordability assessment.

Responsibilities

• Lead, coach, and develop a team of up to 10 underwriters.
• Drive team performance to achieve quality and customer outcome targets.
• Analyse Open Banking data to assess affordability and creditworthiness.

Skills

Leadership

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Risk management

Time management

Job description

A fast-growing fintech company in the UK is seeking an Underwriting Team Lead to drive underwriting performance and operational excellence. This leadership role involves managing a team of underwriters, ensuring high-quality decisions, and achieving ambitious targets. Candidates should have at least 2 years of experience in underwriting leadership and a robust understanding of credit assessment. The position offers equity in the company, a hybrid work model, and multiple employee benefits including wellness initiatives and generous holiday allowance.