Bridging Underwriter

Underwriter - Bridging Finance

Location: Swiss Cottage, London (Hybrid - 2 days in office)Salary:£45,000 - £60,000Hours: 9:30 AM - 5:30 PMReporting To: Credit Manager

Our client, a well-established and growing bridging finance company, is looking for an experienced Underwriter to join their expanding team. This is a fantastic opportunity to be part of a fast-paced and dynamic environment, working on a range of bridging and short-term lending cases.

If you enjoy working in a deadline-driven setting, have strong underwriting, organisational, and relationship management skills, and are looking to join a company that values professional growth, this could be the perfect fit for you.

• Underwrite bridging loan applications within company lending criteria and funding partner guidelines
• Manage a pipeline of cases efficiently, handling high volumes while maintaining top-tier customer service
• Apply commercial acumen and a pragmatic approach to mitigate risks where possible
• Prepare detailed Credit Papers, outlining lending decisions and recommendations
• Assess new enquiries, structuring and pricing cases while identifying key conditions
• Oversee loan applications from enquiry to completion in a timely and efficient manner
• Review and prepare loan documentation for third-party stakeholders
• Identify and mitigate risks, including fraud and money laundering concerns
• Build and maintain strong relationships with brokers, valuers, solicitors, and internal teams
• Stay up to date with industry regulations and best practices

• Experience in bridging or short-term lending underwriting
• Strong understanding of compliance, MCOB, and CCA regulations
• Knowledge of fraud prevention measures and risk management
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment
• Commercially aware with excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
• Strong ability to prioritise multiple tasks and meet deadlines

• Private medical insurance
• Cycle to work scheme
• Discretionary annual bonus
• Holiday buy-back scheme
• Monthly team socials
• Summer and winter company events
• Hybrid working
• Employee recognition and rewards
• Fundraising events

If this sounds like an opportunity you would be interested in, please get in touch to discuss further.

Due to the high amount of interest that we receive for each of our roles unfortunately we cannot respond to each application individually, therefore if you do not hear back from one of our consultants you have not been shortlisted for this role.

Please note that our client is an equal opportunities Employer and adheres to all relevant legislation and offer services regardless of age, race, sex, disability, or religious belief.