About the role
Bridging Underwriter
Location: Fully Office based - Watford Salary: Negotiable Depending on experience Job Type: Full-Time, Permanent
We are looking for an experienced Bridging Underwriter to manage allocated cases from start to finish. This role is ideal for a experienced professional with strong underwriting expertise who thrives in a fast-paced, target-driven environment.
Key Responsibilities
- Manage the lending process from application to drawdown, ensuring compliance with underwriting and due diligence procedures
- Prioritise and manage a pipeline of bridging cases efficiently
- Ensure all applications meet lending criteria
- Liaise with internal teams and external parties throughout the lending process
- Instruct solicitors once offers are made and provide necessary documentation
- Follow Treating Customers Fairly (TCF) guidelines and responsible lending principles
- Demonstrate deep underwriting knowledge and support the wider team when needed
Skills and Experience
- Previous underwriting experience in bridging and/or development finance
- Strong understanding of FCA regulation
Personal Attributes
Resilient, flexible, and well-organised
- Confident working under pressure and meeting deadlines
- Team player with a proactive approach
- If you are an experienced underwriter passionate about delivering excellent service and want to join a professional, high-performing team, we want to hear from you.