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Credit Underwriter - Mortgages Home based £70,000 plus bonus and benefits Our client is a well-established and award winning bank who are keen to appoint an experienced Mortgage Underwriter. We have an exciting vacancy a Roving BTL Mortgage Underwriter located in and around North of the country. Based within several intermediary firms, you will be assessing complex BTL applications Working closely with the new lending director, operations manager and sales team to build solid working relationships with key broker firms Maintaining strong relationships with internal stakeholders including underwriters, surveyors, legal and credit risk. Working promptly and with pace to manage a pipeline of cases through to offer whilst maintaining risk appetite and quality Dealing with queries and enquiries effectively, accurately, and professionally, delivering excellent customer service You will have a strong understanding of complex BTL mortgage products. Please send your CV in confidence

Credit Underwriter - Mortgages Home based £70,000 plus bonus and benefits Our client is a well-established and award winning bank who are keen to appoint an experienced Mortgage Underwriter. We have an exciting vacancy a Roving BTL Mortgage Underwriter located in and around North of the country. Based within several intermediary firms, you will be assessing complex BTL applications Working closely with the new lending director, operations manager and sales team to build solid working relationships with key broker firms Maintaining strong relationships with internal stakeholders including underwriters, surveyors, legal and credit risk. Working promptly and with pace to manage a pipeline of cases through to offer whilst maintaining risk appetite and quality Dealing with queries and enquiries effectively, accurately, and professionally, delivering excellent customer service You will have a strong understanding of complex BTL mortgage products. Please send your CV in confidence

Credit Underwriter - Mortgages Home based £70,000 plus bonus and benefits Our client is a well-established and award winning bank who are keen to appoint an experienced Mortgage Underwriter. We have an exciting vacancy a Roving BTL Mortgage Underwriter located in and around North of the country. Based within several intermediary firms, you will be assessing complex BTL applications Working closely with the new lending director, operations manager and sales team to build solid working relationships with key broker firms Maintaining strong relationships with internal stakeholders including underwriters, surveyors, legal and credit risk. Working promptly and with pace to manage a pipeline of cases through to offer whilst maintaining risk appetite and quality Dealing with queries and enquiries effectively, accurately, and professionally, delivering excellent customer service You will have a strong understanding of complex BTL mortgage products. Please send your CV in confidence

Credit Underwriter - Mortgages Home based £70,000 plus bonus and benefits Our client is a well-established and award winning bank who are keen to appoint an experienced Mortgage Underwriter. We have an exciting vacancy a Roving BTL Mortgage Underwriter located in and around North of the country. Based within several intermediary firms, you will be assessing complex BTL applications Working closely with the new lending director, operations manager and sales team to build solid working relationships with key broker firms Maintaining strong relationships with internal stakeholders including underwriters, surveyors, legal and credit risk. Working promptly and with pace to manage a pipeline of cases through to offer whilst maintaining risk appetite and quality Dealing with queries and enquiries effectively, accurately, and professionally, delivering excellent customer service You will have a strong understanding of complex BTL mortgage products. Please send your CV in confidence

Credit Underwriter - Mortgages Home based £70,000 plus bonus and benefits Our client is a well-established and award winning bank who are keen to appoint an experienced Mortgage Underwriter. We have an exciting vacancy a Roving BTL Mortgage Underwriter located in and around North of the country. Based within several intermediary firms, you will be assessing complex BTL applications Working closely with the new lending director, operations manager and sales team to build solid working relationships with key broker firms Maintaining strong relationships with internal stakeholders including underwriters, surveyors, legal and credit risk. Working promptly and with pace to manage a pipeline of cases through to offer whilst maintaining risk appetite and quality Dealing with queries and enquiries effectively, accurately, and professionally, delivering excellent customer service You will have a strong understanding of complex BTL mortgage products. Please send your CV in confidence

Credit Underwriter - Mortgages Home based £70,000 plus bonus and benefits Our client is a well-established and award winning bank who are keen to appoint an experienced Mortgage Underwriter. We have an exciting vacancy a Roving BTL Mortgage Underwriter located in and around North of the country. Based within several intermediary firms, you will be assessing complex BTL applications Working closely with the new lending director, operations manager and sales team to build solid working relationships with key broker firms Maintaining strong relationships with internal stakeholders including underwriters, surveyors, legal and credit risk. Working promptly and with pace to manage a pipeline of cases through to offer whilst maintaining risk appetite and quality Dealing with queries and enquiries effectively, accurately, and professionally, delivering excellent customer service You will have a strong understanding of complex BTL mortgage products. Please send your CV in confidence

Recruitment Executive North London - hybrid option £26,500-£30,000 DOE OTE up to £36k in Year 1 At Stellar Select, we are growing the Recruitment Executive team, and we want you to join us on our journey of growth and expansion. You'll be provided with training and personal development plans to ensure you have all you need to succeed as our newest Recruitment Executive! Take the opportunity to recruit for some of most reputable businesses in the mortgage and financial services sector, working on vacancies across: Mortgage Underwriters & Case Managers Business Development Managers (BDMs) Mortgage & Protection Advisors Compliance & Risk Professionals Our Recruitment Executives are 180 Recruiters, meaning you will only need to interact with candidates, providing them with a top-class level of service. You will be allocated multiple vacancies, and you will be responsible for reviewing and shortlisting applications, resourcing across job boards, LinkedIn and our internal database with candidates from our niche sector, handling a high volume of candidate calls and emails, screening and qualifying candidates, supporting your candidates throughout the recruitment process. The Package: Basic salary of £26,500-£30,000 (depending on experience) plus uncapped commission OTE up to £36,000 in your first year Potential to work on a hybrid model after training/probation 28 days Annual Leave Discounted Lifestyle Benefits Team Social Events Ongoing Learning and Development What we are looking for: Must have sales experience or an aptitude to work in sales Customer service experience, gained in telephone-based roles Administration experience Ability to work in a fast-paced environment Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal Motivated and driven Willing to be responsible for your own success If this is something you are interested in, we would love to hear from you! Please feel free to apply online or reach out to our Recruitment & Development Manager, Rhiannon Justice-Panteli: Stellar Select is acting as an employment agency and is a corporate member of the REC Due to a high volume of applications, we will only contact you if your application has been successful. We aim to contact all successful contacts within two business days

Senior Property Finance Underwriter - Embryonic Lending Business London KFS Recruitment is working exclusively with an embryonic lender setting up in London, offering a unique opportunity for an experienced underwriter to join as the first underwriter and work directly under the Head of Credit. The Opportunity: Work in a small, hands-on team helping to shape the lender's credit function) Assess loan enquiries coming in from brokers, regarding property rental income products. Utilising your knowledge across specialist property finance (either Bridging, Buy-to-Let Mortgages or Commercial) Dealing with unsecured loans, ranging between £15,000 and £1,000,000 Direct involvement in credit decision-making and applying the company's lending criteria Carrying out the end-to-end underwriting process on deals. This role comes with the fantastic opportunity of progressing in to a Head of Credit role as the company grows. Ideal Candidate: Minimum 3 years' experience underwriting property loans (Bridging or Bridging and Buy-to-Let) Preferably mandate holder with the ability to assess risk against lending criteria Comfortable working from London office Salary & Benefits: £55-75,000 per annum, depending on experience Real opportunity to grow with the business and make a tangible impact on its credit processes Interviews are being held immediately.

Mortgage Underwriter Location: West Malling, Kent Working Pattern: Office based with 1 day working from home per week Salary: 35,000 - 42,000 Reports to: Underwriting Team Leader About the Role We are looking for a Mortgage Underwriter to join a specialist lending company based in West Malling, Kent. The successful candidate will be responsible for underwriting mortgage applications accurately while ensuring compliance with lending criteria, regulatory requirements and the company's risk appetite. This role requires strong analytical judgement, effective pipeline management, and the ability to build productive relationships with internal teams, brokers, and external partners. Key Responsibilities Underwrite mortgage applications to a high standard, ensuring adherence to lending criteria, risk appetite and compliance expectations. Interpret CAIS/credit data, financial statements and supporting documents for both individual and company applications. Assess income and review a range of case types including standard properties and multi-unit properties (MUP). Provide clear and well-reasoned underwriting decisions, including referrals to senior mandate holders or Credit Committee where required. Manage and prioritise a personal pipeline to ensure service levels are achieved while supporting colleagues when required. Work closely with internal teams including Sales, Risk, Compliance, Pre-Offer and Post-Offer teams to ensure smooth case progression. Communicate professionally with brokers, valuers and external stakeholders, providing accurate updates and guidance throughout the process. Contribute to continuous improvement by supporting training, sharing knowledge and adapting to developments in the specialist lending market and regulatory environment. Essential Skills & Experience Strong understanding of the mortgage process and the wider mortgage market. Experience within Buy-to-Let, Residential or Commercial mortgage underwriting environments. Proven ability to assess complex cases with strong attention to detail and sound judgement. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Strong analytical, planning and problem-solving abilities. Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook. Ability to work effectively under pressure in a fast-paced environment. Experience working to defined service standards and deadlines. Strong team player with a collaborative approach and commitment to shared goals. Desirable Experience Experience assessing standard properties, multi-unit properties (MUP), trading limited companies, SPVs and holiday lets. Previous experience holding an underwriting mandate or the capability to progress towards one. Proactive approach to personal development and process improvement. Positive and adaptable attitude towards change and evolving regulatory requirements. Demonstrates initiative, professionalism and a commitment to delivering high-quality outcomes.

Role: Mortgage Underwriting Administrator Location: Newbury (hybrid working available after probation period) Hours: 35 Hours per week: Monday - Friday, 9am - 5pm Starting Salary: £24,128 Do you have great organisational skills, enjoy working within a supportive team and get satisfaction from working together to provide excellent customer service? Newbury Building Society are looking for an Administrator to join their busy team, to help support their Mortgage Underwriters. What will you be doing? Our main focus is to support the mortgage application process from submission to completion. This includes tasks such as: Setting up received applications ready for underwriter assessment. Providing support to underwriters during and after their assessment. Handling queries about applications from brokers, solicitors or customers via telephone, email or secure message. Producing and sending out mortgage offers for customers. Processing returned signed mortgage offers. Processing solicitor panel applications. You will be provided with all the training and guidance you need to learn our processes and to become a confident member of this dynamic team. Why work for Newbury Building Society? We care about our communities - as well as providing financial services, we get involved in supporting local charities and people. This means regular opportunities to volunteer, fundraise, and help with community events and activities. All employees also receive two paid days of volunteering every year to help causes they feel passionately about. We want to help you develop - No matter your role, there will be opportunities to take on new responsibilities and be involved in projects to further your career. We want to look after and reward you - you will receive a generous holiday allowance, contributory stakeholder pension scheme, access to wellbeing programmes, and your birthday off. Essential criteria: Experience of working with internal and/or external customers to ensure the highest quality service experience Evidence of excellent written and verbal communication skills Competent in the use of Microsoft packages - Word, Excel, Outlook and Office 365 Desirable criteria: Experience of working within a Financial Services environment Interviews: 90-minute competency-based interview held in our Newbury head office. We aim to interview successful applicants within 10 working days. Feedback provided regardless of outcome. We reserve the right to close this vacancy at any point.

A mortgage admin role with direction. As well as the prospects of progressing into paraplanning or advising, applicants who also have experience in either office management or protection business, can utilise that background within this role. Job Title/Location: Mortgage Administrator, London Salary: To £40,000 + bonus c.£ Requirements: Solid mortgage administration experience is key, ideally with a background in submitting applications & case managing to completion. Role Snapshot: Varied role with lots of scope. Submitting DIP's, chasing Lenders/Solicitors, research, submitting applications, work on suitability letters + GI & PMI renewals, obtaining protection quotes, submitting GI & protection applications. The Company: An established, independent brokerage producing excellent business levels & is looking to expand the team. A highly supportive environment & positive vibe within the office. Affiliated to the UK's largest mortgage clubs, working with all the major lenders. The Role: The focus with this Mortgage Administrator role is ensuring client expectations are managed throughout the process & a positive overall experience. Key tasks include: Working on client Fact Finds & chasing clients for outstanding documents Submitting DIP's, sending out client certificates Liaising with a wide range of Lenders & Solicitors Research/draft initial recommendation emails on purchases, re-mortgages & transfers Check rate reductions, checking offers, comparing them to applications Draft suitability letters Review home buyer surveys, provide feedback & recommendations to clients. GI + PMI renewals and research Obtain quotes for Protection & GI and ultimately submit applications Skills / Experience Required: For this Mortgage Administrator vacancy, our client is looking for people with solid mortgage administration experience, ideally a background in submitting applications & case managing to completion. Good communication skills are key, as is the ability to work at a fast pace whilst ensuring attention to detail. A hard-working, positive, professional attitude is really important. Additional Information: The Mortgage Administrator salary is to £40k + bonus c.£2k - £3k. There is also a Health CashPlan + 20 days holiday, rising to 26. Great chance to work for an expanding brokerage and develop within a great working environment. Please apply below. The Mortgage Administrator role is only one of many vacancies we are handling. ARC is a specialist within Financial Services recruitment and the Consultant handling this role has over 30 years of experience in this field. Areas of focus include administration, compliance, business analysis, customer service, project/programme management, paraplanners, sales support, marketing, underwriters and group risk/employee benefits related roles. Check the website and feel free to call Darren Snell at any time.

Eventus Recruitment are seeking an Underwriter to join a highly regarded Building Society based in Manchester. This is a permanent, full-time Underwriter job working Monday to Friday, 9am-5pm, within a predominantly remote working model with approximately one day per month in the Manchester office. This Underwriter job offers a salary of up to £45,000 depending on experience, alongside a strong benefits package, flexible working culture and the opportunity to work within a collaborative and supportive underwriting environment. This opportunity has arisen due to continued growth, creating a need for an experienced Underwriter who is confident making lending decisions and assessing cases on their individual merits within the Manchester-based team. Job Responsibilities: This Underwriter job plays a key position within an experienced underwriting team, focused on delivering high-quality lending decisions while supporting brokers and internal stakeholders. Assessing mortgage applications and supporting documentation to determine creditworthiness and lending risk Making informed and timely underwriting decisions in line with internal policies and regulatory requirements Handling complex lending cases including high net worth, self-employed, Buy to Let, HMO, self-build, expat and development finance applications Managing an active pipeline of mortgage applications efficiently and accurately Communicating underwriting decisions clearly to brokers, customers and internal teams Collaborating with processing, business development and wider stakeholders to deliver excellent service Maintaining accurate and compliant records of all underwriting decisions Keeping up to date with market trends, regulatory changes and underwriting best practice Person Specification: This Underwriter job requires an experienced and confident Building Society professional who is comfortable making decisions and assessing cases beyond automated systems. Minimum of two years' experience within a mortgage underwriting environment Proven experience handling complex lending cases, particularly within higher value lending between £1m-£3m Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret financial information and assess risk effectively Confident decision-maker who can assess cases on their merits rather than relying solely on criteria-based systems Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to engage directly with brokers and customers Comfortable with telephone and face-to-face communication in a professional environment Ability to manage workload independently and prioritise effectively within a regulated setting Proficiency in underwriting systems and Microsoft Office applications CeMAP or relevant financial qualification is desirable Benefits & Rewards: The employer offers a competitive and comprehensive benefits package designed to support both professional development and personal wellbeing within this Underwriter job. Salary up to £45,000 depending on experience 25 days holiday plus bank holidays Holiday exchange scheme allowing the option to buy or sell leave Performance-dependent annual bonus Company pension scheme with 5% employee and 8.5% employer contributions Life assurance and income protection Flexible and supportive working culture with predominantly remote working Access to mental health first aiders and wellbeing support Ongoing professional development and career progression opportunities About The Company The employer is a well-established Building Society with a strong reputation for delivering personalised financial solutions and maintaining high standards of customer service. Operating with a mutual ethos, the hiring company is committed to supporting its members, communities and employees through a collaborative and inclusive working environment. This Building Society places a strong emphasis on individuality, teamwork and long-term impact. Employees are encouraged to contribute ideas, take ownership of their work and play an active role in shaping the future of the organisation. With a people-first culture and a focus on doing what is right for clients, this is an excellent opportunity for an Underwriter seeking a meaningful and rewarding position in Manchester. Next Steps Apply now if your skills and experience align with this job. Alternatively, if you are interested in learning about this career enhancing job opportunity, please contact Duncan McIlroy at the Eventus Recruitment Group for a confidential discussion. If this job isn't quite right for you but you are looking for a new position, please contact me at the details above for a confidential discussion on your career. The Eventus Recruitment Group are award-winning recruitment specialists operating across the UK and Ireland in the Legal, Finance and Financial Services sectors. Please note, the years' experience and / or salary are listed in our advertisements as a guide. We are happy to consider applications from all candidates who are able to demonstrate the skills necessary to fulfil the role. As an equal opportunities employer we welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds and circumstances. Our privacy policy can be found on the bottom of our website.

Insurance Underwriter Location : London, UK Salary : £70,000 - £80,000 Job Type : Office-based The Opportunity A fintech organisation in the mortgage and insurance space is looking to appoint an Insurance Underwriter to join its London-based team. Working closely with senior underwriting leadership, you will be responsible for assessing lender portfolios, analysing performance data, and supporting the development and improvement of underwriting processes and products. This role would suit someone with strong analytical capability who enjoys working in a collaborative and fast-paced environment. Key Responsibilities Assess new lender portfolios and product variations, reviewing eligibility criteria, risk profiles and historical performance data to support underwriting decisions. Analyse loan-level data and portfolio performance, identifying trends across arrears, defaults, claims activity and concentration exposure. Produce clear underwriting assessments and recommendations to support internal governance and decision-making. Monitor the ongoing performance of insured portfolios, highlighting emerging risks and recommending mitigation where required. Evaluate lender control environments, including processes around origination, valuation, affordability, fraud prevention and arrears management, to determine how effectively risk is managed. Support claims oversight by reviewing eligibility against policy terms, analysing trends and maintaining accurate documentation and audit trails. Work with internal teams and external partners to resolve underwriting queries and ensure reporting, monitoring and controls remain effective and scalable. Contribute to the ongoing development and refinement of underwriting policies, eligibility rules and monitoring frameworks, using portfolio insights and partner feedback to inform improvements. Requirements Typically 4-6 years of experience in one or more of the following areas: mortgage underwriting, portfolio credit risk, mortgage insurance or guarantees, or secured or structured credit risk. Strong portfolio analytics capability, including experience reviewing loan-level data, identifying risk trends and assessing concentration exposures. Ability to evaluate the effectiveness of lender processes and controls rather than relying solely on documented policies. Comfortable working in a hands-on role within a small team environment, taking ownership of analysis and decision-making. Strong written communication skills, with the ability to produce clear underwriting assessments and commentary for senior stakeholders. Experience with Buy-to-Let underwriting or portfolio credit risk, familiarity with claims processes in mortgage or credit insurance environments, or experience using data analysis tools such as SQL or Python would be advantageous but are not essential. Inventum Group is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.

Underwriter We're looking for a detail-driven and commercially minded individual to join a growing specialist lending team. Whether you're an experienced Mortgage Underwriter or looking to step into underwriting, this is a fantastic opportunity to work on a diverse range of cases while developing your expertise in a supportive and collaborative environment.The Role as a Mortgage Underwriter (experience desirable, not essential) , you'll play a key role in assessing and approving mortgage applications in line with lending criteria, risk appetite, and regulatory requirements. You'll be responsible for: Underwriting mortgage applications across a variety of case types Interpreting credit data, financial statements, and supporting documentation Assessing complex cases including portfolio landlords, limited companies, HMOs, SPVs, multi-unit properties, expats, and foreign nationals Making clear, well-reasoned lending decisions and escalating where appropriate Managing your own pipeline to meet service level agreements Collaborating with Sales, Risk, Pre-Offer and Post-Offer teams to ensure smooth case progression Building strong relationships with brokers, valuers, and external partners Contributing to continuous improvement by sharing knowledge and ideas About You We're open to candidates with varying levels of experience - mortgage underwriting experience is desirable, but not essential . You'll ideally have: An understanding of the mortgage process and wider market (or strong financial services experience) Previous underwriting experience is advantageous, particularly within Buy to Let, but not required Strong analytical skills and attention to detail The ability to make sound decisions or demonstrate strong problem-solving ability Clear and professional communication skills Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook A collaborative approach and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment A proactive mindset with a commitment to delivering high-quality outcomes Don't Meet Every Requirement? If you have mortgage or financial services experience and are looking to move into an Underwriter (Mortgage) role , we'd still love to hear from you. We value attitude, potential, and a willingness to learn just as much as experience. Why Apply? Supportive and collaborative team culture Opportunities to develop into a fully-fledged Mortgage Underwriter Flexible working, including one day from home per week Curious to explore whether this could be the right next step? Get in touch with Helen at ME Recruits and we'll talk it through. In application for this role, you are consenting to TN Recruits Ltd retaining your details to secure you work. All information provided will be held securely for up to 3 years unless we are contacted and instructed otherwise. IND1

Job Title: Underwriting Team Leader Location: Buckinghamshire Hybrid 3 days WFH Salary: Depending on experience Hours: Monday to Friday 9 am to 5 pm Benefits: Bonus: Up to 10% based on performance Life Insurance: Up to 4x salary Private Medical: Vitality cover for you & your family Hybrid Working: 3 days from home, flexible options Paid Time Off: 33 days Pension: Competitive employer contributions Wellbeing: Mental & physical health support Culture & Growth: Inclusive, supportive team with training, career development About the role of Underwriting Team Leader: You will lead the underwriting and mortgage processing teams, ensuring all loans are assessed and approved in line with the company's credit risk policy and service standards. You will be responsible for team performance, workflow management, and driving continuous improvement across underwriting operations. As a senior underwriter, you will also conduct mandate reviews, support strategic initiatives, and represent the department in internal and external forums. Responsibilities required for the role of Underwriting Team Leader: Lead, manage, and develop mortgage processing and underwriting teams to deliver excellent customer service. Conduct 1-2-1s, set goals, manage performance, and monitor team productivity. Oversee department processes, procedures, and documentation, ensuring compliance and consistent outcomes. Support MI reporting, third-party relationships, and stakeholder communication. Drive continuous improvement, including implementing new systems and processes. Underwrite Buy-to-Let and Residential loans within mandate; perform second-case reviews. Assess borrower creditworthiness and process mortgage applications from start to finish. Ensure accurate data entry, record keeping, and adherence to credit policies. Deliver proactive, high-quality customer service to all stakeholders. Contribute to business improvement initiatives and support peers in compliant, efficient decision-making. Experience required for the role of Underwriting Team Leader: Manual underwriting experience in Residential and/or Buy-to-Let mortgages gained with a specialist lender. Ability to assess credit risk, make independent lending decisions, and manage complex cases. Experienced in people management Confident working in a fast-paced, high-volume environment. For more information regarding the role of Underwriting Team Leader, please contact us Stellar Select is acting as an employment agency and is a corporate member of the REC Due to a high volume of applications, we will only contact you if your application has been successful. We aim to contact all successful contacts within two business days.

Job Title: Buy-to-Let Underwriter Location: London Hybrid 2 days WFH Salary: Up to £55,000 Working Hours: Monday to Friday 9 am to 5.30 pm Benefits: 25 Days Holiday + Bank/Public holidays Pension scheme Private healthcare Discretionary Bonus Other flexible benefits About the role of Underwriter: Join a growing, intermediary-only specialist lender as a Buy to Let Underwriter, working as part of a busy Buy to Let team. You'll manually underwrite a range of specialist and more complex cases, assessing and approving mortgage applications in line with lending policy. Managing a varied pipeline, you'll make clear, commercially sound decisions and confidently explain your rationale, particularly on more complex deals. Responsibilities required for the role of Underwriter: Ensure all new lending proposals are underwritten in accordance with the Company's Lending Policy, with any exceptions clearly documented and approved by the appropriate senior signatories Provide clear, concise lending recommendations to senior signatories for proposals requiring exceptions or falling outside mandate parameters Prepare and present Credit Papers to the Credit Committee for high-value transactions Review, assess and appraise both short- and long-form valuation reports Liaise with intermediaries on new enquiries and proposals, clearly communicating underwriting requirements and/or reasons for decline Work closely with Pipeline and Completions Managers to ensure underwriting requirements and special conditions are fully understood and appropriately applied Experience required for the role of Underwriter: A min of a year's experience in a Buy to Let Mortgage Underwriting role. Held a mandate for £350K + Experience of presenting proposals to senior signatories Knowledge of different property asset types, including HMO, Multi Unit Freehold blocks, office to residential- permitted development schemes Pragmatic approach to lending For more information regarding the role of Buy-to-Let Underwriter , please contact us. Stellar Select is acting as an employment agency and is a corporate member of the REC. Due to a high volume of applications, we will only contact you if your application has been successful. We aim to contact all successful contacts within two business days.

We're Hiring: Underwriting Team Manager Location: Remote UK residents only Working Hours: Monday to Friday, 09 30 Salary: Competitive Benefits: 25 days holiday plus a fantastic range of benefits Are you an experienced mortgage underwriting leader who thrives in a fast paced, customer focused environment. We're looking for a proactive and inspiring Underwriting Team Manager to lead, motivate and develop a team of Underwriters, ensuring outstanding service delivery and high quality decision making. About the Role As an Underwriting Team Manager, you'll oversee the smooth and accurate processing of mortgage applications from submission through to completion. You'll drive performance, champion quality, support continuous improvement, and ensure regulatory standards are met at every stage. This is a people centric leadership role where your ability to coach, develop and engage your team will be key to our operational success. What You'll Be Doing Leading, coaching and developing a team of up to 10 Underwriters to achieve service, quality and productivity targets Ensuring high levels of service excellence and acting as an escalation point for complex cases Overseeing underwriting quality and ensuring work adheres to policy, procedures and mandate guidelines Managing workflow, capacity planning and team performance Working closely with Credit Risk, third party partners, valuers and internal stakeholders Monitoring risk, compliance and financial crime controls Conducting audits, sample reviews and quality checks to continually enhance performance Supporting process improvements and contributing to departmental development projects What We're Looking For Proven experience leading underwriting teams within a mortgage environment Strong underwriting background with a good understanding of residential and Buy to Let processes Excellent people management, coaching and development skills Confident decision maker with the ability to assess risk and maintain quality Experience handling customer or broker escalations and complaints Strong analytical skills and ability to interpret MI Knowledge of regulatory and financial crime requirements CeMAP/CeRCC preferable, or willingness to study Why Join Us At Kensington Mortgages, we believe our employees are the heart of our success. We are committed to creating a supportive and flexible work environment that values personal growth, professional development and a healthy work life balance Our inclusive culture respects and celebrates diversity in all its forms, ensuring that everyone feels welcome, valued and understood. We recognise and appreciate differences in thinking, learning styles, gender, race, identity, ethnic origins and sexual expression. We are an inclusive, neurodiversity friendly employer committed to creating a supportive environment where all employees can thrive At Kensington Mortgages, our people are our greatest asset.