Associate Mortgage Underwriter

First National Financial LP; Vancouver; On-site; CAD 48,000 - 74,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading Canadian non-bank lender is seeking an Associate Mortgage Underwriter in Metro Vancouver. This full-time role involves supporting the mortgage underwriting process, building relationships with brokers, and ensuring compliance with guidelines. The ideal candidate holds post-secondary education and possesses strong communication and analytical skills. This position offers a competitive compensation package, comprehensive benefits, and opportunities for career advancement.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Comprehensive benefits program

Ongoing training programs

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year of experience in the Financial Services sector preferred.
• Previous experience in the Mortgage industry is an asset.
• Completion of the Mortgage Agent Course and BCFSA/RECA License is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Support underwriting and credit decision processes by reviewing documentation.
• Maintain positive relationships with mortgage brokers.
• Document clear notes within the mortgage underwriting system.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Analytical skills

Organizational skills

Ability to build relationships

Education

Completed post-secondary education or equivalent work experience

Tools

PC software in a Windows environment

Microsoft Office products

Job description

Posted Tuesday, January 6, 2026 at 5:00 AM | Expires Wednesday, January 21, 2026 at 4:59 AM

We are hiring an Associate Mortgage Underwriter within the Third Party Residential Underwriting - MBBS!

Reporting To:

Manager, Third Party Residential Underwriting

Full-Time/Part- Time:

Full-time

Salary Range:

$48,842 - $73,262

Posting Date:

January 6, 2026

Closing Date:

January 20, 2026

Hours of Work:

8:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.

Grade:

Office Location:

8.7

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

The Opportunity

Reporting to the Manager, Third Party Residential Underwriting, the Associate Mortgage Underwriter supports the underwriting and credit decision process by reviewing all required documentation and applying sound due diligence. The Associate Mortgage Underwriter is responsible for escalating any inaccuracies, issues, or items that are incomplete and potentially present risk to the Company.

The Third Party Residential Underwriting Division, as a Division of First National Financial provides underwriting expertise and services on behalf of other financial institutions to the Canadian Mortgage Broker channel.

How you will contribute:

• Establishes and maintains positive relationships with mortgage brokers to build loyalty to the Company


• Maintains positive relationships with external partners such as mortgage insurers, appraisers, title insurance companies, and solicitors


• Interacts with mortgage brokers for the collection of all required documents to satisfy mortgage commitment conditions


• Reviews and verifies accuracy of required documentation related to income, down payment and the property using sound due diligence and in compliance with internal and regulatory guidelines prior to signing off on any mortgage conditions or documents, where applicable


• Escalates any documentation issues to the Underwriter for review and sign off


• Documents clear and complete notes within the mortgage underwriting system


• Responds to all inquiries within established turnaround times


• Adhere to policies/procedures to ensure AML requirements are met.

The experience you need:

• Completed post-secondary education or equivalent work experience required


• Previous experience within Financial Services sector preferred


• Previous experience within Mortgage industry an asset


• Completion of Mortgage Agent Course and BCFSA/RECA License an asset


• Working knowledge of PC software in a Windows environment required

In accordance with the BC Financial Services Authority (BCFSA), if a successful candidate is not already licensed, upon starting with First National, they will be registered for the applicable educational courses and upon successful completion of the exam, First National will register them with BCFSA to complete the licensing process

The Requirements Needed:

• Ability to build and maintain positive relationships


• Strong communication skills—both written and verbal


• Ability to deal with conflict


• Analytical skills


• Strong organizational and time management skills


• Positive team player


• Fully competent in working with basic PC software and working knowledge of the suite of Microsoft office products


• Ability to manage pressure in an environment of high volume processing with tight turnaround times

Working Environment and Physical Demands Analysis:

• Periods of high volume with tight timelines


• Long periods of stationary position/sitting


• Prolonged periods of repetitive movement (i.e. using a keyboard and mouse)


• Long periods of time in viewing a computer screen


• Multi-tasking may include speaking to customers on a telephone call while looking up information on a computer program.


• Competitive Compensation


• Comprehensive benefits program (i.e., Health Spending Account, Maternity and Parental Leave Top Up)


• Extensive training programs to set our employees up for success


• Modern office environment conducive to collaboration


• Supportive teamwork culture


• Opportunities to give back to the communities and work through events focused on a variety of charities


• Ongoing social events throughout the year

The team you’ll join:

Founded in 1988, First National is one of Canada’s largest non-bank lenders. We provide residential mortgages exclusively through the mortgage broker channel and we are Canada’s largest commercial mortgage lender.

First National has been consistently recognized as a great place to work and we are proud that our employee engagement feedback is higher than our industry partners.

We would like to thank all applications for their interest in this existing vacancy but only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

Equal Opportunity Statement

First National is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and is committed to diversity and inclusion regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, age, gender identity, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation and any other category protected by law.

Accommodation Statement

First National supports requests for accommodation from applicants with disabilities; please contact Human Resources at [e-mail] should you need an accommodation at any point in the recruitment process.