Associate Mortgage Underwriter

First National; Calgary; On-site; CAD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

First National is hiring an Associate Mortgage Underwriter in Calgary. This full-time role involves managing broker conditions, reviewing documentation, and ensuring compliance prior to closing. The position offers a competitive compensation package and opportunities for career advancement within a leading non-bank lender in Canada.

Benefits

Highly competitive compensation package

Career advancement opportunities

Eligibility for benefits

Qualifications

• One year of mortgage experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manage files from commitment to broker until all conditions are met.
• Communicate with brokers to request and clarify documentation.
• Review documentation to ensure conditions are met.

Skills

Communication

Attention to Detail

Problem Solving

Education

Post-secondary education or equivalent work experience

Job description

We are hiring an Associate Mortgage Underwriter, Residential Underwriting!

The Associate Mortgage Underwriter is responsible for ensuring that all broker conditions are met prior to closing and for all interactions with the Broker to cooperatively satisfy all conditions within a mortgage commitment.

Reporting To :

Manager, Residential Underwriting

Full-Time / Part-Time :

Full-time

Posting Date :

February 21, 2024

Closing Date :

March 8, 2024

Hours of Work :

8:30 – 5:00

Location :

Great location! Steps away from the main public transit station

What we offer :

Highly competitive compensation package which includes base salary, bonus, benefits, and career advancement opportunities!

• Eligibility for benefits is dependent on the terms of employment
• Manage files from commitment to broker until all conditions are met
• Communicate with brokers via fax, email, or phone to request and clarify documentation
• Review all documentation to ensure conditions are met
• Coordinate with funding department and verify employment, income, and down payment
• Handle MLS, Purchase and Sale Agreements, appraisals, and other documentation
• Follow up with brokers for additional information when needed
• Review and audit files before progressing
• Ensure consistency and accuracy of information in Merlin and other systems
• Respond promptly to broker inquiries and requests
• Update file notes regularly for transparency
• Specialize in bridges and transfer mortgages
• Complete assigned projects as directed by team leadership

The Requirements :

• Post-secondary education or equivalent work experience
• One year of mortgage experience preferred

The Team :

Founded in 1988, First National is one of Canada's largest non-bank lenders. We provide residential mortgages through our broker channel and service commercial clients through our national team of advisors.

Our values are encapsulated in the phrase "It’s in our Nature," guiding our actions and decisions. We are committed to diversity and inclusion and support accommodation requests from applicants with disabilities.

We thank all applicants for their interest. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.