
Mortgage Forbearance Executive (Arrears Specialist)
- Cardiff
- £36,000 per year
- Permanent
- Full-time
- Manage a portfolio of mortgage accounts in arrears, assessing affordability and execution of appropriate forbearance provision.
- Conduct effective and empathetic conversations with customers, including those identified as vulnerable, to gather relevant financial information.
- Apply FCA regulatory frameworks and internal policies to all casework.
- Monitor and review forbearance arrangements to ensure ongoing suitability and compliance.
- Collaborate with internal teams and external stakeholders (debt advisors, solicitors) to resolve complex cases.
- Prepare documentation for litigation proceedings where necessary and support the legal process through to resolution.
- Maintain accurate, auditable records of all customer interactions and decisions.
- Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives in arrears and forbearance processes.
- Lots of experience in mortgage arrears management, with at least 1 years in a forbearance or specialist role.
- Experience across first charge, second charge, and/or buy-to-let mortgage products.
- Strong working knowledge of FCA regulations, including MCOB, CONC, and vulnerability guidance.
- Demonstrable experience in handling complex arrears and vulnerable customer cases.
- Proficient in using mortgage servicing platforms and Microsoft Office tools.
- Litigation experience in mortgage enforcement or repossession processes (desirable)
- CeMAP or equivalent mortgage qualification (desirable)
- Extensive experience working in a regulated financial services environment (desirable)
- An analytical thinker, with the ability to assess financial data, identify trends, and determine appropriate forbearance strategies
- Confident in making sound, timely decisions that balance customer needs with business risk
- A clear, concise, and professional communicator (both written and verbal), tailored to a range of audiences
- Resilient and empathetic; capable of managing sensitive conversations with professionalism and emotional control.
- Aware of regulatory obligations and able to apply them consistently in case handling.
- Able to work efficiently with internal and external stakeholders to achieve positive outcomes
- Attentive to detail; maintaining accurate records and ensuring all actions are fully documented and compliant
- Able to manage a high-volume caseload efficiently while meeting deadlines and service level agreements
- A competitive salary of up to £36,000 per annum, depending on experience
- An attractive commission scheme when achieving sales targets and new revenue growth
- 30 days holiday PLUS bank holidays (That's right! 30 days from Day 1)
- At least two days per year to give back to our community through our volunteering initiative
- Defined Pension Contribution Scheme (Employer matched up to 6%) with the option to contribute via Salary Exchange (Salary Sacrifice)
- Employee Discount Scheme, access to discounts and offers across 100s of leading retailers.
- Company Paid Private Medical Insurance (benefit in kind)
- Group Life Assurance (4x Annual Salary)
- Group Income Protection
- Annual Pay Review
- Discretionary Annual Bonus Scheme
- Help@Hand – Confidential access to health and wellbeing support to include Employee Assistance Program
- Free Flu Vaccinations, Eye Tests and employer contribution towards glasses
- Recognition Scheme
- Free Mortgage Advice and Support
- Funeral Concierge and Bereavement Services
- 24/7 access to a GP
- Discounted health club memberships
- Salary Sacrifice Technology Buying Scheme
- Access to Wisdom, total wellbeing solution
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