Company

Vivo TalentSee more

addressAddressBirmingham, West Midlands
type Form of workPart Time, Home working available, Hybrid Working, Permanent
salary SalaryCompetitive
CategoryInsurance

Job description

Position - Head of Underwriting

Location - Birmingham (Hybrid)

Skills - Banking, Lending, BTL, Buy to Let, Mortgages, Underwriting, Underwriter, Head of

The role:

Our Banking client is going through a period of growth at the moment and needs an experienced Head of Underwriting to join them. As the Head of Underwriting, you will play a pivotal role in leading and managing the underwriting team, ensuring effective assessment and decision-making for Buy-to-Let and Mortgage applications. You will be responsible for maintaining the highest standards of risk management, compliance, and operational efficiency within the underwriting process and will play a pivotal role in broker onboarding, development and management.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Lead, mentor, and manage a team of underwriters, fostering a collaborative and high-performance culture.
  • Provide guidance on complex cases, ensuring consistent decision-making and adherence to policies.
  • Develop and implement underwriting strategies for Buy-to-Let and Mortgages, aligning with company goals and risk appetite.
  • Continuously refine underwriting criteria based on market trends, regulatory changes, and risk assessments.
  • Develop and maintain strong relationships with external intermediaries and brokers involved in the lending process, fostering a collaborative and mutually beneficial partnership.
  • Act as a primary point of contact for intermediaries, providing guidance and support throughout the application and underwriting process.
  • Strategically manage and monitor the performance of intermediary relationships, implementing feedback mechanisms to enhance overall efficiency and effectiveness.
  • Assess and manage risk associated with BTL and Mortgage applications, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements and internal policies.
  • Implement effective risk mitigation strategies and controls.
  • Establish and maintain robust quality assurance processes to ensure accuracy and consistency in underwriting decisions.
  • Conduct regular audits to identify areas for improvement and implement corrective actions.
  • Work closely with sales, credit risk, and legal teams to streamline communication and ensure a seamless end-to-end underwriting process.
  • Provide expertise in cross-functional projects related to product development and process enhancements.
  • Design and deliver training programs for underwriting staff to enhance their skills and keep them abreast of industry best practices.
  • Foster a continuous learning environment to promote professional development.

Qualifications and Experience:

  • Proven experience in underwriting, specifically in Buy-to-Let and Mortgages.
  • Strong leadership and people management skills with a track record of building and leading successful teams.
  • In-depth knowledge of regulatory requirements and industry best practices.
  • Excellent analytical and decision-making skills.
  • Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
Refer code: 2932376. Vivo Talent - The previous day - 2024-03-08 01:15

Vivo Talent

Birmingham, West Midlands
Popular Head Of Underwriting jobs in top cities
Jobs feed

Deputy Manager

Miller & Carter

Liverpool, Merseyside

Night Community Host

Native Residential

London, England

£16.50 an hour

Deputy Care Home Manager

The Agincare Group

Gillingham, Dorset

£30,000 - £35,000 a year

Deputy Care Manager

Moorcare Devon

Tavistock, Devon

From £28,000 a year

Night Concierge

Firstport

Wembley, Greater London

£24,000 - £24,500 a year

Night Receptionist, Fraser Suites

Frasers Hospitality

London, England

£26,208 a year

Deputy General Manager

Dunkeld House Hotel

Dunkeld, Perth and Kinross

Deputy General Manager

Hub Box

St Ives, Dorset

£28,000 - £35,000 a year

Deputy Manager

Slug And Lettuce

Durham, England

£30,100 a year

Share jobs with friends

Related jobs

Head Of Underwriting, Btl, Mortgages, Birmingham, Hybrid

Head of Underwriting

Iq Risk

100000.00 GBP Annual

Birmingham, West Midlands

3 months ago - seen

Head of Underwriting

Interquest

£70,000 - £100,000 per annum

West Midlands, England

3 months ago - seen

Head of Underwriting

Interquest Financial Markets

70000.00 - 100000.00 GBP Annual

Birmingham, West Midlands

3 months ago - seen

Head of Underwriting - BTL

CRS

Birmingham, West Midlands

4 months ago - seen

Head of Underwriting

Vivo Talent Solutions

Birmingham, West Midlands

4 months ago - seen

Head of Underwriting (Buy-to-Let Mortgages)

InterQuest Group

Birmingham, West Midlands

4 months ago - seen