Senior Commercial Mortgage Lead & Underwriter

Manulife; Montreal; Hybrid; CAD 104,000 - 188,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading financial services provider in Montreal is seeking a Senior Mortgage Officer to grow a portfolio of high-quality commercial mortgage loans. This role involves sourcing and underwriting loans, negotiating terms, and managing relationships with clients and industry professionals. Candidates should have at least 7 years of experience in commercial mortgage underwriting and be bilingual in French and English. A competitive salary and hybrid working arrangement are offered.

Benefits

Health and dental benefits

Mental health resources

Flexible work environment

Generous paid time off

Qualifications

• Minimum 7 years of progressive commercial mortgage underwriting experience, including large and complex deals.
• Bilingual (French & English) is required.
• Professional designations such as CFA, AACI, EA or similar are strong assets.

Responsibilities

• Source, review, and underwrite commercial mortgage loan opportunities.
• Collaborate with centralized closing teams and clients/brokers.
• Monitor an assigned portfolio for compliance with loan agreements.

Skills

Bilingual (French & English)

Financial analysis

Negotiation skills

Interpersonal skills

Commercial mortgage underwriting

Relationship management

Education

Post-secondary education in Business, Finance, Real Estate, or a related field

Tools

MS Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)

Job description

A leading financial services provider in Montreal is seeking a Senior Mortgage Officer to grow a portfolio of high-quality commercial mortgage loans. This role involves sourcing and underwriting loans, negotiating terms, and managing relationships with clients and industry professionals. Candidates should have at least 7 years of experience in commercial mortgage underwriting and be bilingual in French and English. A competitive salary and hybrid working arrangement are offered.