Lead and Build a High-Performing Commercial Mortgage Underwriting Team Shape credit strategy, drive decisions, and help launch a high-impact division.
A well-established and award-winning property finance lender is expanding into the Commercial Mortgage space — and we’re looking for a Commercial Mortgage Underwriting Manager to lead from the front.
This is a rare opportunity to join a business known for its speed, service, and broker relationships — and to take ownership of building the commercial lending division from the ground up.
Our client is a fast-growing, specialist property finance lender with a reputation for excellence across the bridging and buy-to-let markets. With strong funding lines and a dynamic leadership team, they’re now launching their Commercial Mortgage offering — and you’ll be instrumental in that journey.
The Commercial Mortgage Underwriting Manager Role
You’ll lead underwriting on complex commercial mortgage applications, manage relationships with brokers and solicitors, and shape the wider credit function. As the division grows, you’ll play a key role in mentoring underwriters and building a high-performance team.
Commercial Mortgage Underwriting Manager Key Responsibilities
Underwrite commercial term mortgage loans from application to completion
Present complex or high-risk cases to credit committee
Assess risk across various asset types (investment and owner-occupied)
Develop and refine credit policy, lending appetite, and process improvements
Experience at a lender or bank offering commercial term mortgages (essential)
Strong commercial acumen, risk assessment, and deal structuring skills
Hybrid working with a supportive, ambitious culture
Clear route into a Head of Commercial Underwriting role
Influence at strategic level — your voice will help shape a new division
You’ll shape the credit strategy, lead a talented team, and be at the forefront of one of the UK’s most exciting commercial lending growth stories.