SENIOR UNDERWRITER
WELLINGBOROUGH (HYBRID)
Join our well-established, family-owned business, supported by a Group with over 250 years of history. We are enhancing our Underwriting function to support steady and continued growth, offering a level of stability and security that is rare in the asset finance industry.
Benefits
Enjoy 25 days of annual leave (plus bank holidays), private medical insurance, enhanced maternity and paternity, pension scheme, life assurance, onsite subsidised restaurant, free onsite parking and a range of discounts and benefits through our Reward Gateway platform.
The practical bits
Our standard work hours are 9am to 5pm Monday to Friday. The Underwriting team is based in our Wellingborough head office typically works onsite three days per week. For those living beyond a commutable distance, we are open to discussing more flexible arrangements based on experience and ability.
Your role
* Review and decision larger value and / or more complex proposals.
* Assess and analyse the creditworthiness of individuals, serviceability of companies, asset evaluation and securities assessment to determine the risk.
* Liaise with introducers to clarify proposal information and issue acceptances, declines, or requests for further information.
* Write recommendation papers for Committee and Board review.
* Participate in the Board and Committee approval process for high-value deals.
What you bring
* Significant underwriting experience in Asset Finance with a mandate for high-value deals.
* Experience writing board and committee papers, and familiarity with the Board approval process.
* Good understanding of Consumer Credit Act and FCA Handbook.
* Capability to perform detailed financial analysis.
* A balanced view of commercial risk versus credit risk, with the ability to negotiate and amend transaction structures.
* A good understanding of finance products, documentation, and associated risks.
It would be nice for you to have
* Recognised Credit Risk Management qualification (or working towards).
Next steps
If you are excited about this opportunity apply now, and one of our Talent Acquisition team will be in touch within five working days.