Milton Keynes, England, United Kingdom · Hybrid
$45k–$60k/yr
The primary function of this role is to assess and underwrite bridging finance applications to ensure all lending complies with the company’s credit risk policy, and assisting our intermediary partners by discussing pote…
Skills: Underwriting, Bridging finance, Credit risk assessment, Data entry, Analytical skills
Milton Keynes, England, United Kingdom • Hybrid
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The role involves assessing and underwriting bridging finance applications in compliance with credit risk policies while managing a pipeline of cases from application to completion. You will also provide proactive customer service to stakeholders and assist intermediary partners with new enquiries.
Candidates should have at least 2 years of experience in bridging, refurbishment, or development finance, ideally in a mandate-holding role. Strong analytical, decision-making, and organizational skills are essential, along with a comprehensive understanding of the full lifecycle of a bridging loan.
The primary function of this role is to assess and underwrite bridging finance applications to ensure all lending complies with the company’s credit risk policy, and assisting our intermediary partners by discussing potential new applications.
Review, assess and underwrite new bridging loan applications in accordance with Lending Policy and within agreed service level agreement time parameters.
Evaluate all supporting documentation including credit searches, land registry reports, valuation reports and conduct the required due diligence for every case.
Provide a clearly articulated and balanced credit rationale supporting the approval of a new application, with mitigations where required.
Manage a pipeline of cases diligently and efficiently from application through to completion – including liaising with solicitors and arranging funding.
Ensuring a high level of accuracy of data entry and ongoing record keeping.
Being an active team member with a can-do attitude, able to prioritise tasks in a fast-paced environment.
To participate and contribute to ongoing business improvement activity.
Deliver a first-class, proactive customer service to all stakeholders.
Build a thorough understanding of the products offered by the Firm, its lending strategy, credit risk policies, and processes.
Assisting with new enquiries from introducers to provide heads of terms.
Strong analytical and decision-making skills
Ability to articulate credit decisions succinctly and effectively with a clear rationale.
Strong organisational skills and attention to detail.
Ability to prioritise tasks effectively.
Excellent communication skills across all levels.
Adaptability and flexibility to meet changing business needs.
Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines with a positive attitude.
High level of accuracy in data entry and record keeping.
Ability to understand the firm's products, lending strategy, credit risk policies, and processes.
Knowledge of the latest industry regulations and compliance requirements.
Participation in business improvement activities.
Support for wider processing teams and underwriting peer groups.
Experience in Bridging, Refurbishment, or Development Finance, ideally 2 years+ in a mandate-holding role (or similar) for a specialist finance provider.
Comprehensive knowledge of the full lifecycle of a bridging loan, including managing completions.
Experienced in preparing detailed and succinct credit rationales in support of a bridging loan.
Familiar with working in a small, collaborative team.
Experienced in effectively managing a pipeline of cases from end to end.
Flexible, can-do, problem-solver attitude, skilled in finding solutions to challenges.
Record and file management experience.
Experience with unregulated bridging finance transactions.
BTL underwriting experience.
Experience in business improvement activities.
Experience delivering proactive customer service through various communication channels.
Experience in managing a portfolio of live loans.
Demonstrates a strong commitment to understanding and meeting customer needs.
Proactively seeks customer feedback to improve services and products.
Prioritizes customer satisfaction in all decision-making processes.
Values diversity and actively promotes an inclusive work environment.
Treats all colleagues with respect and openness.
Encourages collaboration and values different perspectives.
Values open, honest, and transparent communication.
Utilizes data to inform decisions and improve processes.
Adheres to established procedures and guidelines.
Maintains a strong focus on risk management and mitigation.
Embraces new technologies and innovative solutions.
Demonstrates a willingness to take calculated risks.
Continuously seeks opportunities for growth and improvement.
Company Bonus Scheme: Up to 10% in line with our policies, rewarding your hard work and dedication.
Life Insurance: Coverage up to 4x your salary for peace of mind.
Vitality Private Medical Insurance: Comprehensive coverage for you and your family.
Hybrid Working: Enjoy the flexibility of working from home 3 days a week, with additional/alternative flexible arrangements considered upon request.
Generous Leave: 25 days annual leave, 8 statutory holidays, plus 1 additional paid leave days over the Christmas period.
Pension Scheme: Competitive contributions to secure your future.
Fantastic Company Culture: We pride ourselves on our inclusive and supportive environment, reflected in our amazing team.
Wellbeing Support: Access to resources and programs to support your mental and physical health.
Professional Development: Opportunities for training and growth to help you advance your career.
Career Progression: Clear pathways for advancement, with achievements recognized and celebrated.
At Quantum Mortgages Limited (QML), we are dedicated to revolutionizing the mortgage industry with innovative solutions and exceptional customer service. Established with a vision to simplify the mortgage process, we have grown into a trusted name in the financial sector.
Our mission is to offer personalized mortgage solutions that cater to the unique needs of each client, ensuring a smooth and supportive journey from application to approval.
Recognized Excellence: Recently recognized by Mortgage Introducer magazine as the overall top mortgage employer of 2025 and Buy to Let Lender of the Year.
Specialist Lender: We specialize in providing finance to professional landlords who are underserved by high street lenders and even many existing specialist lenders.
Personalized Service: We offer customized mortgage solutions tailored to individual needs, ensuring our clients receive the best possible support.
Join us at Quantum Mortgages Limited and be a part of a team that is shaping the future of the mortgage industry. Together, we can achieve great things.
Quantum Mortgages is a specialist buy to let and bridging lender, who apply a more common-sense approach to lending. By combining the latest technology with skilled human underwriting, our unique underwriting model provides our mortgage broker partners and their landlord clients with a seamless, paperless and hassle-free application process - Utilising tech to help humans make common sense lending decisions rather than humans building tech to make irrational lending decisions. The product range has been designed to help landlords increase income, reduce cost and be as tax efficient as possible by lending on high yielding properties previously unavailable on BTL mortgages, reducing compulsory legal costs and accepting complex company structures. Intermediaries can register with us at https://www.qmlsystem.co.uk/ or by visiting our website. For Banks, Investment Banks or Building Societies, QML has the ability to accommodate multi funder product ranges, providing instant access to the UK Buy to Let Market for financial institutions looking to grow their asset base with quality mortgage assets for a fraction of the cost of self-origination.
Offices: Sherwood Drive, Bletchley, England MK3 6DP, GB
Quantum Mortgages is a specialist buy to let and bridging lender, who apply a more common-sense approach to lending. By combining the latest technology with skilled human underwriting, our unique underwriting model provides our mortgage broker partners and their landlord clients with a seamless, paperless and hassle-free application process - Utilising tech to help humans make common sense lending decisions rather than humans building tech to make irrational lending decisions. The product range has been designed to help landlords increase income, reduce cost and be as tax efficient as possible by lending on high yielding properties previously unavailable on BTL mortgages, reducing compulsory legal costs and accepting complex company structures. Intermediaries can register with us at https://www.qmlsystem.co.uk/ or by visiting our website. For Banks, Investment Banks or Building Societies, QML has the ability to accommodate multi funder product ranges, providing instant access to the UK Buy to Let Market for financial institutions looking to grow their asset base with quality mortgage assets for a fraction of the cost of self-origination.
Offices: Sherwood Drive, Bletchley, England MK3 6DP, GB
