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Underwriter

  • Hybrid
  • Leeds
  • Risk & Compliance
  • Full Time
  • Closing on: Jan 29 2026
  • Up to £28,000
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Ready to grow your career in underwriting? Love solving problems and making thoughtful decisions? Are you eager to learn new skills?

If your answer is 'yes' then keep reading.  

Who we are.

From interest-free credit to Buy Now, Pay Later, over 3,000 leading retailers trust us to provide fast, flexible and responsible finance solutions for their customers. At Novuna Consumer Finance, we offer finance for lots of life's key purchases, including home furnishings and improvements, special jewellery, leisure services, healthcare, as well as electronics and appliances.  

What you'll do.

As part of our Underwriting Team, you'll make informed decisions on credit applications that need a closer look. You'll assess affordability to ensure we lend responsibly, support our customers, and maintain the highest levels of integrity.

You'll follow our processes and controls carefully, ensure fair outcomes every time, and handle referrals confidently and efficiently — ideally solving queries at the first point of contact.

This is a hybrid role, with two days a week in our Leeds office.
Shifts fall between 8:00–18:00 (daytime) and 11:00–20:00 (late), with some weekend work too - 3 weekend days per month & 1 late shift per week

You'll also:

  • Review and resolve referred cases with accuracy and care
  • Provide clear guidance and support to colleagues to help minimise risk
  • Ensure every customer receives a fair and positive outcome
  • Work closely with the Financial Crime and Retail Helpline Teams

What you'll bring.

You have good organisation skills and can work confidently within set guidelines. You enjoy collaborative working but feel confident taking initiative and working independently too. Knowledge of underwriting is helpful, but definitely not essential; we're looking for someone who is ready to grow their career.
 

You'll be a great fit if you have:

  • A team‑focused attitude
  • Strong communication skills
  • The ability to work to defined processes
  • Strong attention to detail with high levels of accuracy

What can we offer you?

Our benefits package is designed with flexibility in mind, allowing you to customise it to meet your unique needs. Whether you're focused on your health, financial security, or simply want to enhance your lifestyle, we offer a variety of options to support you.

Our offer to you includes:

  • An excellent bonus scheme
  • Hybrid working
  • 25 days' holiday, plus bank holidays and the option to buy/sell 5 days
  • Full wellbeing package including BUPA, digital GP service, 24/7 employee assistance, plus wellbeing events throughout the year

Being yourself.

At Novuna, we're a Disability Confident Committed employer, dedicated to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone can be themselves and thrive. If you need any adjustments to support you during the recruitment process, please reach out to us directly.

Please note: This vacancy may close earlier than the advertised closing date if we receive a high volume of applications. We encourage you to apply as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.

 

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What makes working here different?

At Novuna, you’ll find a supportive, inclusive culture where people are encouraged to be themselves and do their best work. We offer real opportunities to learn and grow, the freedom to make a difference, and the time and trust you need to shine — all while being part of a business that genuinely cares about its people and its impact.

But don't just take our word for it. Hear from our colleagues on why they love working at Novuna.

Ready to apply?

Step 1:

Apply for the role via careers.novuna.co.uk

Step 2:

If you match the role criteria we'll contact you for a telephone interview.

Step 3:

We’ll carry out a face to face or online interview (and we may request a second interview if the role you're applying for is a more specialist role).

Step 4:

We’ll contact you with feedback, and maybe even a job offer.

Check out our FAQs for more information about interviewing at Novuna

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