Watford
Bridging Underwriter – Specialist Property Finance London | Hybrid | Competitive Salary + Benefits Take ownership of complex property deals and make your mark with a lender known for speed, flexibility, and precision. We’re partnered with a leading specialist property finance lender seeking an experienced Bridging Underwriter to join their dynamic team. This is your chance to work in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment where your judgment, integrity, and expertise directly shape lending outcomes. The Opportunity As a Bridging Underwriter, you’ll manage your own portfolio of bridging finance cases from application through to completion — driving deals forward, ensuring quality underwriting, and maintaining strong relationships across all stakeholders. You’ll play a pivotal role in delivering exceptional service to brokers and clients while safeguarding lending quality and compliance standards. Key Responsibilities • Own and manage the full lending process from initial enquiry through to drawdown., • Underwrite a live pipeline of bridging cases, balancing speed, accuracy, and risk management., • Ensure every case aligns with internal lending criteria and regulatory standards., • Liaise effectively with brokers, solicitors, valuers, and internal teams to ensure a smooth process., • Instruct solicitors post-offer and oversee documentation to completion., • Apply sound commercial judgment, identifying opportunities to add value while managing risk., • Support a collaborative, solutions-driven team culture. About You You’ll bring: • Proven experience underwriting bridging and/or development finance cases., • In-depth understanding of FCA regulation and responsible lending principles (CeMAP desirable)., • Meticulous attention to detail and exceptional time management., • Confident communication skills — able to challenge, influence, and problem-solve effectively., • A calm, resilient approach with the ability to perform under pressure., • Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint). Why Apply? • Impact: You’ll have full ownership of your cases and play a direct role in business growth., • Reputation: Join a lender recognised for fast, flexible decision-making and exceptional service., • Culture: Be part of a collaborative, ambitious team that values integrity, innovation, and results., • Progression: Develop your career within a growing lender offering genuine long-term opportunity. If you’re a detail-driven underwriter who thrives on autonomy and precision — and you’re ready to make an impact in specialist property finance — we’d love to hear from you. Apply now to join a team where your underwriting expertise truly makes a difference.