Approvals Underwriter

Job Title: Approvals Underwriter
Working Pattern: Monday to Friday, 36.25 hours per week (shifts between 8am to 6pm for example 8am-4pm/9am-5pm/10am-6pm)
Salary: 27,500 - 31,000 dependent on experience + up to 20% bonus + benefits
Location: 5 days a week in our Blackpool office (FY4 2FB) with some flexibility for hybrid after probation.

At Tandem, we're not just a bank; we're a movement for positive change. If you're an ambitious and dedicated team player, ready to make an impact, we've got a space with your name on it!

As an Approvals Underwriter you will accurately review and underwrite 2nd Charge Mortgage applications. Verifying, updating and considering the overall lend whilst effectively managing an active pipeline, communicating with both customers and brokers verbally and via email.

We are Tandem - Where impact meets innovation

Tandem is the UK's greener digital bank on a bold quest to revolutionise the way we save, borrow, spend, and share all while nurturing our planet, our people and our customers. As one of Europes fastest growing digital banks, our values of being Brave, Enterprising, Simple, and Together (BEST) ensure our 500-strong team collaborate to drive a brighter, greener future.

Your team: Collaborators in change

Tandem is proud to offer a workplace with diverse experiences, perspectives, and backgrounds which leads to a unique company culture for our people and a better experience for our customers.

You will be joining a fast paced, hardworking and supportive team who enjoy a little healthy competition.

Your Impact: Building a greener tomorrow

As an Approvals Underwriter at Tandem your responsibilities will be to:

• Review and accurately underwrite 2nd Charge Mortgage applications in line with our Responsible Lending Policy, Lending criteria and agreed service levels.

• Obtain relevant mandates.

• Accurately update relevant systems with the application detail.

• Use Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word and our internal systems simultaneously.

• Request additional requirements needed to process the application.

• Communicate clearly both in writing and verbally with brokers/customers throughout the underwriting process providing timely updates.

• Effectively manage a pipeline of second charge mortgage applications from pack submission to completion.

Although these are the main responsibilities this is not an exhausted list.

Wed love to hear from you if you have:

• Computer skills including full Microsoft office package.

• Enjoy working as part of a team and able to work as an individual.

• Able to effectively manage your day and prioritise your workload.

• Able to adapt quickly if priorities change.

• Able to demonstrate consistency.
  

It would be great, but not essential if you have:

• Experience in underwriting/processing Mortgage applications.

• Experience/knowledge of 2nd charge lending market.

• Experience/knowledge of the regulations we work within.

Our Green Deal: Your Impact Amplified

A little welcome gift from us to you, well plant a tree in the Tandem Grove and you can enter into our Green Deal below:

• Volunteer 2 days a year for charity > receive an early Friday finish

• Raise 200 per annum for charity > Tandem provide PR and marketing support

• Have renewable energy at home > receive an additional 1 day annual leave

• Drive an electric car > receive 500 towards a home charger

Ready to make your mark?

Apply now and let's pave the way to a greener world, together. Our approach to DE&I is reflected in our hiring process so please let us know if you require any reasonable adjustments.

Sourcing Model

Recruitment at Tandem works primarily on a direct sourcing model and does not accept resumes from recruitment agencies which are not on the preferred supplier list. We are not responsible for any related fees for resumes submitted to job postings, our employees, or any other part of our company. You can find our Applicant Privacy Policy on our Careers page.

Tandem is an equal opportunity employer and are committed to meeting our responsibilities under the Equality Act (2010). We respect the diverse experience and talents that every individual brings to our Company, and we are determined to ensure that no applicant or employee receives less favourable treatment on the grounds of gender, age, disability, religion, belief, sexual orientation, marital status, or race, or is disadvantaged by conditions or requirements which cannot be shown to be justifiable.

Please be aware that background checking (including credit and criminal records checks) form part of our recruitment process. We will adhere to our duties under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974.

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