Underwriter

Underwriter
£30-35k 
Permanent 
Kegworth, Hybrid 
Full-Time, Monday to Friday

Harper Recruitment Group is working in partnership with a successful Finance business based in Kegworth. An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Underwriter to join their team,  where you will be responsible for and play a key part in their success. 

Key responsibilities:

• Conduct initial underwriting to gain a clear understanding of each case and respond to initial enquiries within four hours.
• Assess all loan applications accurately, ensuring the proposed lending is appropriate, suitable, and fit for purpose.
• Develop and maintain strong working relationships with key stakeholders, including brokers, solicitors, and surveyors.
• Issue Agreement in Principle (AIP) terms to borrowers and brokers in accordance with lending criteria.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date records across all internal systems
• Ensure all enquiries are handled promptly and within agreed service levels
• Provide regular updates to brokers and borrowers throughout the application process through to completion
• Resolve issues efficiently, ensuring all parties understand the agreed solution
• Collaborate with colleagues by discussing lending criteria and seeking second opinions where appropriate
• Arrange and review borrower and vendor identification checks to ensure compliance with lending criteria
• Work closely with the Business Development Managers (BDMs) and brokers to assess and support lending proposals from a credit risk perspective
• Complete all required checklists, including full application, identification, and case sign-off, using the Salesforce system.
• Prepare and submit referral cases for Director approval where required
• Manage a pipeline of cases effectively within a fast-paced lending environment
• Prepare proposals for borrowers experiencing exit difficulties for review with the Head of Operations and Managing Director
• Manage live loans throughout their lifecycle, from completion through to redemption

What we’re looking for:

• Exceptional attention to detail 
• Experience in the specialist lending sector for minimum two years.
• Communicating via different portals
• Flexible within a team culture
• Well organised and capable of prioritising
• Excellent interpersonal skills.
• To be familiar with KYC/AML financial crime regulation
• Knowledge of the conveyancing and valuation processes
• Ability to manage own workload embracing the need to adopt flexible working hours when necessary

Submit your CV today to apply!
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FAQs

What happens after I apply?
A member of our experienced recruitment team will carefully review your application. If you’re shortlisted, we’ll be in touch to discuss your background, what you’re looking for, and whether the role is the right fit if you’re shortlisted. We’ll guide you through the whole process, from application to placement.

Will my application be kept confidential?
Yes. Your details are only shared with the employer once we’ve spoken with you and you’ve agreed to move forward.

Will someone help me prepare for interviews?
Yes. Your Consultant will brief you on the company, role expectations and the interview process, ensuring you feel informed and confident.
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About Harper Recruitment Group
Harper Recruitment Group has been offering high-quality recruitment services across the East Midlands and beyond since 1987, specialising in recruiting business support professionals of all levels on a permanent, contract or temporary basis.

Due to the large volume of applications we receive, we are unfortunately unable to contact all candidates. If you have not heard from a Consultant within the next three days, please assume that you have not been successful on this occasion. Please do not hesitate to apply for other suitable roles in the future.

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