Bridging Underwriter

As a Bridging Underwriter at West One, you will take full ownership of cases from inception through to completion, ensuring efficient, compliant lending with expertise and integrity. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Bridging Underwriter to join one of the UK’s leading specialist lenders, working within a dynamic and fast-paced environment.

The overall responsibility of the role is to take ownership of allocated cases from inception through to completion, providing a first-class service and ensuring every loan is assessed accurately and efficiently.

• Managing the entire lending process from application through to drawdown whilst adhering to underwriting and due diligence processes.
• Manage a pipeline of Bridging cases and prioritise accordingly.
• Ensuring all applications comply with West One’s lending criteria.
• Effectively manage the lending process by liaising with internal departments and external parties.
• Instructing Solicitors once an offer is made and providing all relevant documentation.
• Act with integrity and embrace the philosophy of TCF guidelines and adhere to responsible lending principles.
• Demonstrating deep underwriting knowledge and expertise as a Bridging Underwriter, supporting the delivery of consistent, high-quality lending decisions.
• Be willing to assist the wider team when required, sharing knowledge and contributing to the continuous improvement of the Bridging function.

• Pass internal competency tests post induction.
• Attention to detail.
• Ability to work as part of a team.
• Good written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work to tight timeframes.
• Excellent organisational and prioritisation skills.

• Previous experience in underwriting within a Bridging Underwriter and/or Development finance role.
• A strong understanding of FCA regulation.
• CeMAP (desirable, not essential).
• Experienced in use of Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook.

• Resilient and flexible.
• Articulate.
• Well organised.
• Robust and comfortable working to deadlines and under pressure.

At West One, we recognise the value a skilled Bridging Underwriter brings to our business. You’ll join a collaborative team committed to delivering market-leading service and growing our reputation as a trusted name in specialist lending.