Bridging Underwriter

Underwriter – Bridging Finance Published by Fintelligent Search Location: South Manchester (Hybrid – 2 days office-based) Salary: £45,000 – £55,000 + Monthly Bonus (£100–£300 per deal) The Opportunity An established and fast-growing specialist lender in the South Manchester area is seeking an experienced Underwriter to join its expanding team. This is a fantastic opportunity to play a key role in a business that is scaling rapidly, offering strong long-term career progression and a high-performance culture. The Role As an Underwriter, you will be responsible for assessing and structuring bridging finance cases from initial review through to completion. You’ll work closely with brokers and internal stakeholders to deliver efficient, commercially sound lending decisions. Key Responsibilities Underwrite bridging finance applications across residential and commercial assets Assess credit risk, borrower profile, and deal viability Structure lending proposals in line with internal criteria Manage cases through to completion with a focus on speed and quality Liaise with brokers, valuers, solicitors, and internal teams Contribute to process improvements as the business continues to grow Experience Required Proven underwriting experience within bridging finance, specialist lending, or property finance Exposure to residential and/or commercial lending Strong understanding of credit risk and deal structuring Ability to manage multiple cases in a fast-paced environment Commercial and pragmatic approach to lending decisions Salary & Benefits £45,000 – £55,000 base salary (dependent on experience) Monthly bonus per completion: £300 (completed within 2 weeks) £200 (completed within 2–4 weeks) £100+ for additional tiers Hybrid working (2 days in office) Clear progression opportunities within a growing business Collaborative, high-performance environment Why Apply? Join a lender in a key growth phase where your impact will be visible Work in a modern, flexible environment Be part of a meritocratic culture that rewards performance Develop your career as the business continues to scale For more information or to apply, contact Fintelligent Search