Bridging Underwriter

Title: Bridging Finance UnderwriterLocation: HertfordshireSalary: Competitive Bonus BenefitsEmployment Type: Full-Time | PermanentStart Date: ASAPDo you have a strong background in bridging finance underwriting and a passion for fast-paced, deal-driven environments? We’re looking for an experienced Underwriter to join our growing team and play a key role in assessing and managing short-term property finance applications.The Role:As a Bridging Underwriter, you’ll take ownership of new and existing loan applications, ensuring each deal meets our lending criteria, mitigates risk appropriately, and moves smoothly from proposal to completion.Key Responsibilities:Assess bridging loan applications from initial enquiry through to completionReview credit reports, valuations, legal documents, and borrower profilesConduct in-depth due diligence on borrowers, assets, and exit strategiesLiaise with brokers, solicitors, valuers, and internal teamsPrepare and present credit reports to the credit committeeEnsure deals are underwritten in line with internal policy and regulatory standardsProvide support and guidance to junior underwriters (if applicable)<…