Senior Underwriter, Bridging Finance

Fraser Carver Executive Search are working with a new to market Bridging & Development Finance Lender in central London who are looking for a number of very experienced Bridging Underwriters to join their Credit team.

My client is very well funded with solid institutional funding lines in place and having hired an excellent sales team they are now looking for a couple of heavyweight bridging underwriters to support the already impressive deal flow. They have extremely ambitious plans for growth over the next couple of years as such this is a great opportunity to get involved at the beginning of their journey

Key duties include:

• Managing the full lending process from application to drawdown
• Assessing bridging loan applications and analysing creditworthiness of complex cases
• Preparing detailed credit proposals for Credit Committee
• Reviewing valuation reports and due diligence documentation
• Drafting offer documents and ensuring conditions are satisfied pre-completion
• Liaising with brokers, solicitors, valuers, surveyors, other lenders and internal teams to progress cases

Experience required:

• Proven track record within bridging underwriting and structured lending
• Deep knowledge of structuring bridging deals
• Strong understanding of property-based lending, underwriting and risk assessment
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management, experience working with C level
• Analytical mindset with the confidence to make informed decisions
• A proactive, problem-solving mentality and a commitment to great customer outcomes
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, collaborative team environment

This role requires 4 days working in the offices in central London so please consider this when applying. We are also unfortunately unable to provide sponsorship so UK work eligibility must be in place or not required.

NB: Salary listed is reflective of years of relevant experience.