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Underwriting Team Manager Location
Blend of working from home and at our office at Thorpe Park Leeds, LS15 Benefits
25 days holiday with the option to buy or sell up to 5 days holiday per year Birthday off Monthly bonus scheme Cash healthcare plan Auto enrolment pension scheme Learning & Development programme Life assurance Flexible working options Volunteering days
Gym discounts Hours of work
37.5 hours per week (hours of work will be flexible and dictated by the needs of the business, therefore it is expected that the successful applicant will work those hours necessary to successfully discharge the duties of the role). The Role
Overview
To underwrite Equity Release Mortgage applications by following set lending criteria whilst maintaining a high level of accuracy. Exercise permitted discretion to make underwriting decisions where appropriate. Raise questions with and answer queries from brokers, surveyors and solicitor to company standards through our case ownership model. Key Outputs
To underwrite applications within agreed SLAs, ensuring that all business written complies with the companys lending criteria. Full case ownership of allocated cases up to offer To review and assess applications and property valuations, identifying where criteria are not met, and, where criteria allows for underwriter discretion, to exercise such discretion to make reasoned and justifiable underwriting decisions. To identify where further information or explanation may be required and to obtain such from the appropriate party. Consequently, to have full accountability for own underwriting decisions Identify where special conditions may be appropriate and required, and to prepare offers to include such special conditions where appropriate Support colleagues across the business in providing accurate information and answers to queries and questions, handling such calls personally where appropriate and to a high standard. £499k mandate level once competent Ensure client files are always complete and up to date Ensure all applications comply with Equity Release Council Guidelines Adhere to anti money laundering, data protection and all regulatory requirements and report any concerns and/or breaches over underwriting issues to team manager. Contribute to the development of companys TCF policy and T&C regime Working with the Underwriting Team Manager to identify, devise and highlight areas for improvement in systems, processes and procedures, communicating and implementing and training out changes to the team if required Taking responsibility for ad hoc projects as requested by the Underwriting Team Manager Supporting in team meetings as required This job description is not exhaustive and serves only as a broad outline of the duties required. This job description may be amended as necessary. This job description is not exhaustive and serves only as a broad outline of the duties required. This job description may be amended as necessary. The Person
Overview
A presentable and highly organised individual with a keen attention to detail and a methodical approach to their work. An effective communicator, able to deal with colleagues, brokers, surveyors and solicitors in a professional manner which is confident, open and honest. Must have the ability to prioritise and work to strict deadlines. Previous experience as an underwriter is desired but not essential as full training will be given. An approachable, organised individual who shows excellent attention to detail and a proven ability to work using own initiative and take responsibility for their work in the absence of a Team Manager. Skills & Experience
Mandatory
Analytical and methodical thinking Excellent written and verbal communication skills Team orientated Excellent decision making skills Excellent IT skills Experience in financial services role Desirable
Financial Services Mortgage Underwriting Experience Previous experience in Equity Release
Qualifications
Mandatory
Grade C or higher in Maths & English GCSE or equivalent Desirable
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Underwriting Team Manager Location
Blend of working from home and at our office at Thorpe Park Leeds, LS15 Benefits
25 days holiday with the option to buy or sell up to 5 days holiday per year Birthday off Monthly bonus scheme Cash healthcare plan Auto enrolment pension scheme Learning & Development programme Life assurance Flexible working options Volunteering days
Gym discounts Hours of work
37.5 hours per week (hours of work will be flexible and dictated by the needs of the business, therefore it is expected that the successful applicant will work those hours necessary to successfully discharge the duties of the role). The Role
Overview
To underwrite Equity Release Mortgage applications by following set lending criteria whilst maintaining a high level of accuracy. Exercise permitted discretion to make underwriting decisions where appropriate. Raise questions with and answer queries from brokers, surveyors and solicitor to company standards through our case ownership model. Key Outputs
To underwrite applications within agreed SLAs, ensuring that all business written complies with the companys lending criteria. Full case ownership of allocated cases up to offer To review and assess applications and property valuations, identifying where criteria are not met, and, where criteria allows for underwriter discretion, to exercise such discretion to make reasoned and justifiable underwriting decisions. To identify where further information or explanation may be required and to obtain such from the appropriate party. Consequently, to have full accountability for own underwriting decisions Identify where special conditions may be appropriate and required, and to prepare offers to include such special conditions where appropriate Support colleagues across the business in providing accurate information and answers to queries and questions, handling such calls personally where appropriate and to a high standard. £499k mandate level once competent Ensure client files are always complete and up to date Ensure all applications comply with Equity Release Council Guidelines Adhere to anti money laundering, data protection and all regulatory requirements and report any concerns and/or breaches over underwriting issues to team manager. Contribute to the development of companys TCF policy and T&C regime Working with the Underwriting Team Manager to identify, devise and highlight areas for improvement in systems, processes and procedures, communicating and implementing and training out changes to the team if required Taking responsibility for ad hoc projects as requested by the Underwriting Team Manager Supporting in team meetings as required This job description is not exhaustive and serves only as a broad outline of the duties required. This job description may be amended as necessary. This job description is not exhaustive and serves only as a broad outline of the duties required. This job description may be amended as necessary. The Person
Overview
A presentable and highly organised individual with a keen attention to detail and a methodical approach to their work. An effective communicator, able to deal with colleagues, brokers, surveyors and solicitors in a professional manner which is confident, open and honest. Must have the ability to prioritise and work to strict deadlines. Previous experience as an underwriter is desired but not essential as full training will be given. An approachable, organised individual who shows excellent attention to detail and a proven ability to work using own initiative and take responsibility for their work in the absence of a Team Manager. Skills & Experience
Mandatory
Analytical and methodical thinking Excellent written and verbal communication skills Team orientated Excellent decision making skills Excellent IT skills Experience in financial services role Desirable
Financial Services Mortgage Underwriting Experience Previous experience in Equity Release
Qualifications
Mandatory
Grade C or higher in Maths & English GCSE or equivalent Desirable
CeMAP/CeRER
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