Bridging Underwriter

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.