Mortgage Underwriting Specialist

3 weeks ago


Sheffield, Sheffield, United Kingdom Belmont Green Finance Limited Full time

About Belmont Green Finance Limited

Belmont Green Finance Limited operates under the 'Vida Homeloans' brand, providing tailored mortgage solutions for both Buy to Let (BTL) and residential borrowers who may not find suitable options elsewhere. Our clientele includes a diverse range of borrowers, from BTL investors to self-employed individuals and those with multiple income streams. Our mission is to 'Help More People Find a Place to Call Home', which drives our business model and strategic approach.

We focus on assisting those who are underserved, particularly individuals with unique financial situations or borrowing requirements that mainstream lenders may overlook. By partnering exclusively with intermediaries, we leverage advanced technology alongside our dedicated underwriting expertise to address complex customer needs.

As we aspire to expand and evolve into a banking entity, we understand the significance of cultivating a robust culture strategy and actively managing its integration within our operations, alongside the behaviors that reflect our values.

Recognized as a Best Companies Top 100 mid-sized employer in the UK and a finalist at the Financial Reporter Women's Recognition Awards, we take pride in our commitment to diversity, promoting both ethnic and gender representation through our EDI initiatives.

With a balanced leadership team, we have achieved our goal of having 50% of senior management positions held by women, showcasing our dedication to inclusivity.

Our Culture

We have fostered a workplace culture centered on care, which is integral to our Vida Values. This ethos influences our daily operations, guiding how we support our customers and stakeholders.

Joining our team means becoming part of a diverse and collaborative environment where you will feel a sense of belonging and be empowered to take initiative in driving results.

We believe that a variety of backgrounds and experiences enrich our workforce, leading to better outcomes for our customers. We prioritize inclusion throughout our hiring and interview processes.

Role Overview:

The ideal candidate will possess significant experience as a manual Underwriter within the specialist mortgage sector, having held both Residential and Buy to Let lending mandates for at least two years. A strong grasp of complex lending scenarios is essential.

Successful candidates will demonstrate confidence in their decision-making abilities, possess meticulous attention to detail, and proactively manage their caseloads while striving to enhance the customer experience as effective team players.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Evaluate and approve complex Residential and BTL mortgage applications while ensuring outstanding customer service.
  • Independently manage a personal caseload aligned with business priorities, meeting production and quality targets.
  • Adopt a proactive approach to responsible lending, considering applications that fall outside standard policies when justified.
  • Ensure compliance with Consumer Duty, Financial Crime Prevention (including AML), and responsible lending practices in accordance with company policies.
  • Continuously develop and maintain expertise in our mortgage products and bespoke underwriting practices, aligned with our risk appetite.
  • Assist intermediary partners with their inquiries and provide support as needed.

Requirements:

  • Extensive experience in manual underwriting within the specialist mortgage market, with a solid understanding of the intermediary landscape.
  • Experience holding a specialist residential and BTL lending mandate for a minimum of two years (desirable mandate of £500k+).
  • In-depth knowledge of complex lending types, including Portfolio Buy to Let, SPVs, New Build, Help to Buy, Contractors, Ex-Pats, Self-Employed, Credit Repair, HMOs, and MUBs.
  • Awareness of regulatory frameworks and a clear understanding of Consumer Duty and responsible lending principles.
  • CeMap qualification or equivalent (desirable).
  • Demonstrated proactive, flexible, and collaborative work ethic.
  • Proficiency in MS Office and credit risk decision systems.

Our Values

Our established values guide our organizational culture and the expected behaviors of our team members. We strive to challenge outdated practices that may lead to exclusion or customer harm. These values are central to our recruitment process and inform our approach to personal development and performance management.

At the core of our values is a commitment to our Customers, Colleagues, and Communities. We are:

Visionary - We innovate and push boundaries together as one team.

Inclusive - We appreciate each other's differences and recognize individuals for who they truly are.

Dynamic - We are adaptable and efficient, navigating complexity and never settling for mediocrity.

Authentic - We are genuine and transparent in our interactions.

Benefits

We offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support the professional and personal needs of our employees. Further details will be provided upon inquiry.



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