Average Bridging Underwriter salary in North West London

UnderwriterBridging FinanceLondonWe are currently working with a fast-growing lender, who are looking for a Bridging Underwriter to join the team.The Sales and Underwriting teams are currently expanding, to ensure the business can grow and continue to deliver exceptional service.Your main responsibility will be to work within the Underwriting team, to ensure effective risk management and seamless drawdown of funds to borrowers.Responsibilities:Liaising with valuers, solicitors, and intermediariesEnsuring all files are complete and accurateEnsuring all deals comply with the Company’s lending criteriaCompleting all credit papers accuratelyProjecting positivity, professionalism, and knowledge across all communicationsWorking closely with the whole business to ensure deals progress smoothly and efficientlyKey skills / Experience:Analytical and methodical thinkingAbility to take ownershipSuccessful task management, to deliver high quality servicePrevious underwriting experience within Financial Services (Ideally bridging finance)Ability to communicate at all levelsA can-do attitudeA flexible approach to workA confident communicatorSelf-motivation

Are you an experienced Bridging Finance Underwriter looking for an exciting opportunity in London? Our client, a specialist lender in the UK short-term property finance market, is seeking a talented individual to join their dynamic team. With a strong reputation for service and flexible underwriting, this is your chance to be part of a company that values commercial thinking and swift execution.The role offers a competitive salary between £55,000 - £65,000, plus an annual bonus. You'll enjoy the flexibility of hybrid working and access to comprehensive training programs, ensuring you continue to grow and develop in your career.Our client is a rapidly expanding specialist lender known for their expertise in the UK short-term property finance sector. They pride themselves on their strong relationships with intermediary partners and their ability to deliver tailored bridging solutions with speed and efficiency.As a Bridging Finance Underwriter, you will: Underwrite bridging finance applications according to lending policies.Assess property valuations, exit strategies, borrower profiles, and security.Make pragmatic, commercially focused lending decisions.Liaise with brokers for additional information and provide clear feedback.Manage a pipeline of cases from initial enquiry to completion.Collaborate with Business Development and Operations teams for smooth deal progression.Ensure compliance with internal policies and regulatory requirements.Contribute to the continuous improvement of underwriting processes. Package and Benefits:For the Bridging Finance Underwriter role, the package includes: Annual salary of £55,000 - £65,000.Performance-related annual bonus.Pension scheme.Hybrid working arrangement.Access to training programs. About YouThe ideal Bridging Finance Underwriter will have: Proven experience in underwriting bridging finance or short-term property lending.Strong understanding of UK property markets and exit strategies.Ability to assess complex cases and structure deals creatively.Excellent communication skills with brokers and internal stakeholders.Strong attention to detail and risk awareness.Ability to manage multiple cases in a fast-paced environment.A proactive and solutions-driven approach. If you have experience as a Bridging Finance Underwriter, Bridging Loan Underwriter, Property Finance Underwriter, Short-term Lending Underwriter, or Real Estate Underwriter, this role could be the perfect fit for you.If you're ready to take the next step in your career as a Bridging Finance Underwriter, don't miss out on this opportunity to join a forward-thinking company in the heart of London. Apply now and take advantage of the chance to work in a supportive and collaborative environment.

Underwriter - Specialist Property Lender (Bridging & Development) Location: City of London (office-based)Permanent | Start: ASAP Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience + benefits Benefits include: Private healthcare, 25 days’ annual leave plus your birthday off, cycle-to-work scheme, regular staff socials and more. The Opportunity Join a fast-growing, award-winning specialist lender supporting SME property developers across England & Wales with loans typically ranging from c. £250k to £10m. You’ll play a pivotal role in structuring and executing new transactions, collaborating with Sales, Transactions and Asset Management, and presenting well-reasoned recommendations to Credit Committee. What You’ll Do Assess new lending proposals, identify key risks, and recommend structures aligned to credit policy and risk appetite.Drive cases from offer to completion -  coordinating stakeholders and ensuring conditions precedent are satisfied on time.Review third-party reports (valuations, monitoring surveyors, planning docs) and maintain clear decision rationales.Prepare robust credit papers using in-house underwriting tools and present to Credit Committee.Peer-review colleagues’ files and contribute to continuous improvement across underwriting processes. What You’ll Bring Demonstrable underwriting experience, ideally within bridging and/or development finance.Strong time-management and the ability to run multiple live transactions to tight deadlines.Clear, confident communication with brokers, borrowers, valuers, monitoring surveyors and solicitors.Meticulous attention to detail and a commercial mindset. Why this role? You’ll be joining a lender with a strong track record and an entrepreneurial culture, where underwriting sits at the heart of the business and has real impact on portfolio quality and customer outcomes. If you are interested and match the above, apply today!