Mortgage Administrator

About Skybound Wealth UK

Skybound Wealth UK is an FCA-authorised financial planning and wealth management firm that provides holistic advice covering investments, pensions, protection, tax planning and mortgages. The business specialises in supporting UK residents and internationally mobile clients, including expatriates returning to the UK and clients with complex financial arrangements.

As part of its continued expansion, Skybound is building a dedicated UK mortgage advice division focused on residential, remortgage, buy-to-let and specialist lending solutions for both UK and international clients.

We are now seeking a highly organised and proactive Mortgage Administrator to support the Head of Property & Finance and wider advisory function in delivering an exceptional client experience.

The Role

The Mortgage Administrator will play a key role in supporting the day-to-day operations of the Property & Finance team. You will be responsible for managing client applications from initial enquiry through to completion, ensuring all documentation, compliance and lender communications are handled efficiently and accurately.

This is an ideal opportunity for someone with mortgage administration experience who enjoys working within a fast-paced, professional and client-focused environment.

Key Responsibilities

Client & Case Management

• Support advisers with the administration of residential, buy-to-let and remortgage applications, primarily at Pre-Offer stage.

• Manage cases from fact-find through to offer and completion.

• Liaise with clients to obtain supporting documentation including ID, income evidence, bank statements and property information.

• Maintain accurate client records and pipeline updates within CRM systems.

• Ensure all documentation is uploaded, tracked and processed within agreed service standards.

Lender & Third-Party Liaison

• Act as a key point of contact with lenders, solicitors, surveyors and providers.

• Chase outstanding documents, valuations, mortgage offers and completion updates.

• Monitor case progress and proactively identify delays or issues.

Compliance & FCA Standards

• Ensure all case files are maintained in line with FCA requirements and company compliance procedures.

• Assist with file preparation for compliance review and audit purposes.

• Support the team in maintaining Consumer Duty standards and positive client outcomes.

• Ensure confidentiality and GDPR standards are adhered to at all times.

Operational Support

• Assist in developing efficient workflows and mortgage processes as the department grows.

• Provide support with pre-offer and re-mortgage processes using the mortgage sourcing systems (Iress and Indigo)

• Prepare suitability documentation and client communications where required.

• Support advisers with diary management, appointments and follow-up activity.

• Work collaboratively with Private Wealth Adviser teams as and when needed to deliver integrated financial planning support.

Skills & Experience Required

• Previous experience in mortgage administration within a UK regulated environment.

• Strong understanding of FCA mortgage processes and documentation requirements

• Experience supporting residential and/or buy-to-let mortgage cases

• Excellent organisational skills with strong attention to detail

• Ability to manage multiple cases and deadlines simultaneously

• Strong communication and relationship management skills.

• Confident using CRM and Mortgage Sourcing systems

• Professional, client-focused and proactive approach.

Desirable Experience

• Experience supporting expat, non-standard income or specialist lending cases.

• Knowledge of Consumer Duty and FCA compliance expectations.

• Experience working alongside financial advisers or wealth management professionals.

• CeMAP study or industry qualifications beneficial but not essential.

What Skybound Offers

• Salary of £26-32k per annum

• Hybrid Working Environment

• Opportunity to join a growing mortgage division within an established international wealth management firm.

• Exposure to high-value and complex UK & international client cases.

• Collaborative environment working alongside experienced Private Wealth Advisers and Compliance professionals.

• Career progression opportunities as the mortgage function expands.

• Supportive infrastructure including compliance, operations and marketing teams.

• Competitive salary and benefits package.

Skybound Wealth Management is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace. We welcome applications from all qualified candidates regardless of background.