Trainee Underwriter & Administrator
£20 - 27k, DOE
Kegworth (hybrid with 3 days from home)
Permanent
Monday - Friday 8:30 - 5:30pm
Are you ready to kickstart your career in the fast-moving world of specialist property finance?
We are looking for a trainee to join a supportive team, where you'll be at the heart of the action. From analysing applications, solving complex lending challenges, and learning directly from some of the best in the business.
This is a hands-on, high-energy role where no two days are the same. You'll gain deep insight into how loans are structured, how risk is assessed, and how deals move from initial enquiry to completion, all while building the foundations for a long-term career in underwriting.
Duties will include:
Case work - You will work alongside a Senior Underwriter to assess new loan applications quickly and accurately
Compliance & Administration - Review borrower documentation, carry out ID checks, and use advanced fraud-prevention tools to ensure every case is compliant and secure
Get involved in lending decisions - Help prepare credit proposals, analyse lending risks, and assist with complex or high-value cases
Maintaining communication - Manage relationships between brokers and borrowers, keeping everyone informed, supported, and confident at every stage
Manage your own workload - Complete essential checklists for applications, valuations, and case sign-offs, making sure every detail is spot-on
Build your own portfolio - Manage a growing pipeline of cases in a fast-paced environment where results matter
Keep everything running smoothly - Maintain accurate information across CRM systems, spreadsheets, and internal trackers whilst responding quickly to borrower enquiries
Skills/Experience Required:
Previous experience working in either the property sector, financial services, lending or with a knowledge of conveyancing/valuation processes is desirable
Strong attention to detail is paramount!
Excellent communication skills
Good understanding of Microsoft Office, to include Excel, PowerPoint and Word
Ability to manage your own workloadBenefits:
22 days holiday entitlement (increasing in line with tenure)
Eye Tests, Private Medical Insurance, Death in Service - 4 x Basic Salary after successful completion of probationary period
Working from home allowance
Apply NOW to avoid disappointment!
Unfortunately, we are unable to contact all candidates due to the large volume of applications we receive. 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