Mortgage Underwriter - #2156923

Hybrid working after probation | Monthly bonus — OTE £38,000+ | Funded CeMAP | Clear career progression

Are you experienced in assessing or processing lending applications and ready to build a long-term career in financial services?

We’re recruiting for an Underwriter to join a growing specialist lending business. This is an excellent opportunity to develop your lending and underwriting knowledge, gain exposure to the second-charge mortgage market, and work towards a fully funded CeMAP qualification.

You’ll join a supportive, collaborative team where development is encouraged and progression is genuinely achievable.

What’s on offer for the Underwriter role?

• £32,000–£33,500 basic salary
• Monthly bonus, with realistic OTE of £38,000+
• Hybrid working after probation — two days per week from home
• Fully funded CeMAP qualification
• 25 days’ holiday, plus bank holidays and your birthday off
• Healthcare cash plan
• Pension scheme with up to 5% employer contribution
• Monday–Friday working hours:
  • Three early shifts: 9:00am–5:00pm
  • Two late shifts: 11:00am–7:00pm
  • Fridays always finish at 5:00pm

The role:
As an Underwriter, you’ll assess and progress second-charge mortgage applications, ensuring each case is managed accurately, efficiently and in line with responsible-lending requirements.
Your responsibilities will include:

• Reviewing and manually assessing second-charge mortgage applications against lending criteria
• Checking customer documentation and requesting further information where needed
• Reviewing income, expenditure and affordability information
• Making sound underwriting decisions in line with policy and risk appetite
• Maintaining accurate, up-to-date case records
• Managing applications in line with agreed service levels and KPIs
• Liaising with customers and internal stakeholders throughout the application process
• Supporting positive customer outcomes through accurate and responsible lending decisions 

To be successful, you’ll will have the following experience:

• At least 12 months’ experience assessing or processing loan, finance or lending applications
• Experience reviewing income, expenditure and affordability information
• Previous exposure to a lending, mortgage or broader financial-services environment
• Strong attention to detail, organisation and communication skills
• A genuine interest in developing a career within mortgages, lending or underwriting

Applicants from backgrounds including motor finance, secured lending, mortgages, loan processing, underwriting support, banking or case management are encouraged to apply.

If you are looking for your next role as an Underwriter, Mortgage Underwriter, Loan Underwriter, Credit Underwriter, Loan Processor or Case Manager, apply today with your most recent CV.

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