Mortgage Underwriter, Third Party Residential - Vancouver, Canada - First National Financial

First National Financial

Verified Company

Vancouver, Canada

3 weeks ago

Posted by:

Sophia Lee

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Description

Working together to be our best

First National is Canada's largest non-bank lender, originating and servicing both commercial and residential mortgages since 1988.

Over the past thirty years, we have been committed to hiring the best and brightest with over 1,200 proud team members.

Through cooperation, ongoing coaching, development opportunities and a culture that celebrates both hard work and teamwork, First National team members are supported to lead, learn and grow.

We are hiring an Mortgage Underwriter, Third Party Residential Underwriting

Reporting To:
Manager, Third Party Residential Underwriting

**Full-Time/Part

Time**: Fulltime

Posting Date:
August 10, 2023

Closing Date:
September 15, 2023

Hours of Work: 8:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.

Grade: 12

Office Location:
Vancouver 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:

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.

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 Insurers where applicable to complete credit lending decisions
Ensures due diligence has been completed prior to signing off on any mortgage conditions or documents, where applicable
Prepares and issues mortgage commitments with appropriate conditions within established service level agreements/turnaround times
Stays current with latest industry knowledge, competition, and market trends
Adhere to policies /procedures to ensure AML requirements are met.

The Requirements Needed:

Completed postsecondary education or equivalent work experience required
Minimum 2 years previous mortgage underwriting experience required
Working knowledge of PC software in a Windows environment required
Ability to build and maintain positive relationships
Strong aptitude for service excellence
Strong communication skills—both written and verbal
Ability to manage and resolve conflict
Strong analytical skills
Attention to detail
Organizational and time management skills
Positive team player with desire and ability to mentor others
Effective problem solving and decisionmaking skills
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
Written and spoken French is required
Strong written and spoken English is an asset

Why join First National?

Bright open concept office environment
Large kitchens with a coffee and latte maker to enjoy at no cost
Supportive teamwork focused environment
Collaborative entrepreneurial spirit
Opportunities to give back to the communities and work through events focused on a variety of charities
Ongoing social events throughout the year
Extensive training programs to set our employees up for success

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 or any other category protected by law.

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