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Commercial Underwriter


Company : Stride Recruitment (Bristol) Ltd


Location : Manchester, England


Created : 2026-02-20


Job Type : Full Time


Job Description

Commercial / Semi-Commercial Term - Loan Underwriter Job Title: Commercial / Semi-Commercial Term - Loan Underwriter Location: Manchester City Centre (Full-Time, Office-Based) Salary: 55K - 65k ( annual bonus ) The Opportunity - Join an award-winning lender with decades of market presence, a strong funding position, and an established reputation within the commercial finance sector. This isnt a tick-box underwriting role. Youll have real lending authority, exposure to complex commercial deals, and a clear pathway into senior credit leadership. Join a supportive, high-performing environment where youre not just a number, your expertise is valued, your voice is heard, and your efforts are rewarded. Whats on Offer - Youll receive full training and ongoing support to ensure you succeed in the role, alongside clear and structured opportunities for career progression. The benefits package includes: Working in a Buzzing & Dynamic, modern Manchester City office Flexible working Private medical healthcare & attractive pension 25 days annual leave (plus bank holidays) Monday - Friday ( no weekends ) Paid volunteering days Additional company benefits Career development pathways - Timeline expectations ( 1224 months) Training budget / funded qualifications Close to transport links Key Responsibilities - Underwrite commercial and semi-commercial loan applications in line with company policy and risk appetite Assess financial statements, credit reports, and supporting documentation Analyse risk and make sound lending decisions Ensure compliance with FCA regulations and internal governance standards Liaise with brokers, BDMs, and internal stakeholders to progress cases efficiently Maintain accurate records within internal systems Work towards service level agreements and quality targets This role is ideal for an individual with at least 1 year of experience in commercial term loan underwriting or a similar role working with commercial term loans, who is looking to develop their career in a supportive, forward-thinking environment. Interviews are taking place now. Apply today to avoid missing out TPBN1_UKTJ