Who are we?

Howden is a global insurance group with employee ownership at its heart. Together, we have pushed the boundaries of insurance. We are united by a shared passion and no-limits mindset, and our strength lies in our ability to collaborate as a powerful international team comprised of 24,000 employees spanning over 56 countries.

People join Howden for many different reasons, but they stay for the same one: our culture. It’s what sets us apart, and the reason our employees have been turning down headhunters for years. Whatever your priorities – work / life balance, career progression, sustainability, volunteering – you’ll find like-minded people driving change at Howden.

Based in our Dublin Docklands office, Finance Solutions a Howden company are delighted to have a vacancy as a Mortgage Advisor, for our Mortgage book of business that will be an integral part of our wider Finance Solutions team.

About the role:

Reporting to the Team Leader, the successful Mortgage Advisor you will be responsible for helping clients to finance the purchase of properties and switch existing mortgages.

Working within a team of advisors in a fast-paced environment, you will manage a portfolio of clients, providing advice to new clients as well as support throughout the complete mortgage completion process.

Ensuring accurate entry of data at all times, you will also provide full administration support in all aspects of new business and for existing client reviews.
 

Key Responsibilities:

• Assess clients’ financial circumstances, credit history and affordability to find them the best solution
• Manage related paperwork, such as keeping track of bank statements and lender applications
• Liaise and negotiate with banks to find the best loan for clients’ situations
• Supporting clients in completing mortgage applications and gathering the required documents
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of mortgage products, market trends and regulations.
• Achieve and exceed sales targets while maintaining a focus on quality service and compliance.
• Meeting with clients to win mortgage business and step them through the process.
• Provide excellent customer service and ensure a smooth mortgage journey.
• Deal with providers to ensure a smooth transition of the pipeline.
• Implement Company’s Compliance and office procedures regarding any documentation.
• Adhere to Compliance as outlined in Handbook and Procedures Manual.

About You:

• QFA (Qualified Financial Adviser) designation
• At least 2+ years' experience in providing mortgage advice
• Working knowledge of the mortgage process including packaging and pipeline management
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• A good work ethic and a confident approach to daily duties
• Strong knowledge of mortgage and market leading products
• Target driven with an excellent track record

About Howden Ireland:

Howden Ireland is part of Howden, the global insurance intermediary group, and has over 500 employees across 29 local offices advising clients on their commercial insurance, personal insurance, health insurance, life and pensions and mortgage requirements. Our success is primarily down to the incredible people we employ.

For more information, please visit About Us | Howden Ireland (howdengroup.com)

What do we offer in return?

A career that you define. At Howden, we value diversity – there is no one Howden type. Instead, we’re looking for individuals who share the same values as us:

• Our successes have all come from someone brave enough to try something new

• We support each other in the small everyday moments and the bigger challenges

• We are determined to make a positive difference at work and beyond

Reasonable adjustments

We're committed to providing reasonable accommodations at Howden to ensure that our positions align well with your needs.  Besides the usual adjustments such as software, IT, and office setups, we can also accommodate other changes such as flexible hours* or hybrid working*.

If you're excited by this role but have some doubts about whether it’s the right fit for you, send us your application – if your profile fits the role’s criteria, we will be in touch to assist in helping to get you set up with any reasonable adjustments you may require.

*Not all positions can accommodate changes to working hours or locations. Reach out to your Recruitment Partner if you want to know more.

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