Credit Lending Underwriter
Hastings Insurance Services Limited, Glenleigh Park, Rother
Credit Lending Underwriter
Salary Not Specified
Hastings Insurance Services Limited, Glenleigh Park, Rother
- Full time
- Permanent
- Onsite working
Posted today, 22 Nov | Get your application in now to be one of the first to apply.
Closing date: Closing date not specified
job Ref: 449305e774af463688c3962d48ec3c0b
Full Job Description
- As a Credit Lending Underwriter, you will be responsible for underwriting credit loan applications by utilising market leading software and various data points to make informed decisions around whether to approve or decline loan applications.
- Day to day, you will be responsible for reviewing key documentation and making recommendations on credit viability along with identifying and flagging potential fraud risks.
- Throughout the loans journey you'll support our customers by delivering exceptional customer service on outbound contact.
- This means utilising various data points available to you including credit reports and application data to aid in making timely and accurate decisions.
- However, you will also be afforded the opportunity to make suggestions to improve underwriting processes to help improve conversion rates, process efficiency and customer outcomes., At Hastings Direct, we're committed to creating an inclusive environment where everyone has the opportunity to succeed. If you require any reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, or throughout your journey with us at Hastings, we encourage you to be open with us. Our recruitment team is here to provide the support you need to ensure a fair and accessible experience for all.
Previous underwriting experience is an advantage, but not essential as full training will be given to the successful candidate. We are more interested in seeing that you have the right base skillset and overall cultural fit. - This includes: having a problem solving mindset with the ability to dig deeper and build a picture using all data points available to you.
- Strong attention to detail and the ability to interpret multiple sources of data.
- Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
- We would like you to have an underlying focus on customer service, comfortable conversing with customers on phone & email and other channels
- Excellent IT skills with the ability to use systems necessary for the role.
You'll probably know Hastings Direct as a digital insurance provider, but did you know we also have a growing unsecured lending business? We have a competitive product on market-leading systems offering customers guaranteed eligibility and real rates through price comparison websites (PCWs). We have over three million customers, but know there's even bigger opportunity out there and have ambitious plans to become The Best and Biggest in the UK market. We've made huge investments in our data and tech capabilities over the past few years, along with nurturing our 4Cs culture. We're proud of the journey we're on as a company and know that our continued success will rely on the contribution of our talented colleagues. The fact you're now reading this job advert means we've tempted you to find out more about #lifeatHD - we really hope you like what you see, and you'll join us to share in the success of the exciting chapter that lies ahead. We understand some people may not apply for jobs unless they feel they tick every box. If you are excited about joining us and think you have some of what we are looking for, even if you're not 100% sure we would love to hear from you.
Salary - Attractive salary based on experience (pay reviews also completed each year) Flexible Working - We champion a flexible and hybrid working approach so please speak to your recruiter to discuss in more detail, including days in the office and at home. Competitive Bonus Scheme - All colleagues are eligible for our annual 4Cs performance bonus, which is usually paid in March. The scheme is based on Hastings' performance against our business goals and your own personal performance. Physical Wellbeing - We like to help our colleagues take a proactive approach in keeping themselves well, that's why we fund our colleagues to be able to claim against everyday health care through our healthcare cash plan. Financial Wellbeing - As well as providing you with 4x your salary with our life assurance cover and income protection at no extra cost, pension contribution match up to 10%, we are proud to provide you with an AWARD WINNING package which includes - discounts and cashback at everyday retailers and on our own products, fee free independent mortgage advice, and free access to financial wellbeing support. Mental Wellbeing Programme - At Hastings Direct we understand that mental health cannot not be scheduled, that's why we have a range of support to help you keep yourself well. We have the thrive mental health app, our colleague assistance programme available 24/7, our own in-house mental health first aiders, support groups and a dedicated team to make sure we are covering your needs. There's more! - 25 days annual leave +bank holidays, with the option to buy or sell one of your contracted weeks, access to private healthcare, dental plans, discounted health assessments, cycle to work and tech schemes, discounted and free onsite facilities, social events throughout the year and much more. Most of our benefits and wellbeing resources are available to colleagues from their first day whilst some optional benefits, which involve committing to a 12-month payment schedule, are available as soon as you have completed your probationary period. Our 4Cs principles are simple: we believe by creating the right culture for our colleagues and giving them the right tools to do their job, we'll deliver good outcomes for every customer, helping us to grow the company profitably and sustainably and allowing us to invest in the communities we serve We deliver good outcomes for our customers every time by providing great products at the right price with our simple and straightforward service. We treat customers like we want to be treated - fairly, respectfully and with their best interests at heart