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 un...