Specialist, Financial Solutions

1 week ago

Ottawa, Ontario, Canada CMHC - SCHL Full time

Job Requisition ID: 10247

Position Status: Permanent Full Time

Position Type: Hybrid

Office Location: Toronto (ON); Calgary (AB); Halifax (NS); Montreal (QC); Ottawa (ON); Vancouver (BC)

Travel Requirement: Travel not required

Language Designation: English Essential

Language Skill Levels (Read/Write/Speak): ZZZ

Salary: Our salaries generally range from $ to $ and are based on qualifications and experience.

About CMHC

At CMHC, the work you do and the work we do together matters. We come to work every day with a common purpose: to realize a future where everyone in Canada has a home that they can afford and meets their needs.

Our people are second to none. We lean in with courage, band together as a community and try new things to make a lasting impact on housing from coast to coast to coast.

Join us and be part of a team that's committed to making a real difference and be part of something meaningful.

What's in it for you

We've got the purpose, the people and the perks you need for a fulfilling career. Here's what you get when you're a permanent employee:

  • 5 weeks of vacation.
  • Annual individual performance bonus.
  • Defined benefit pension plan.
  • Comprehensive group insurance plan to support your well-being from day one.
  • Support in your personal and professional growth with training, mentorship and more – because when you thrive, we thrive.
  • An inclusive workplace culture and environment with Employee Resource Groups and more.
  • A hybrid work model that lets you balance working from home and nurturing in-person connections by coming into your region's office at a minimum of 4 times a month.

Join the Financial Solutions Team. In the role of Specialist, Financial Solutions, you will support the delivery of the Housing Accelerator Fund by assessing applications received and responsible for the monitoring outcomes of the successful municipal and Indigenous applicants. You will ensure partnerships with other CMHC divisions and other federal departments for the provision of comprehensive services to clients. You will also drive relationships with key business partners (internal and external).

What you'll do:

  • Ensures, during the application review stage, that internal risks and social outcomes are appropriately considered while applying sound judgement and business acumen.
  • Builds partnerships and maintains quality relationships with stakeholders to understand the needs and objectives of our clients and offers advice, support and alternative solutions.
  • Reviews and assesses applications within the associated policy framework and delegated financial authorities.
  • Ensures guidelines and procedures are followed while reviewing and assessing applications and manages risk by exercising prudence and due diligence.
  • Supports the delivery of the federal initiative and works closely and collaboratively with peers to achieve business objectives and identify opportunities.
  • Manages issues of a politically sensitive nature using critical thinking, judgment and experience to find the best solution or outcome.


What you should have:

  • A bachelor's degree in Urban Planning, Finance, Business Administration, Economics, Commerce or a related field.
  • A minimum of five (5) years' experience in municipal planning, construction financing, real estate, financial markets or credit risk analysis.
  • Demonstrated experience reviewing, evaluating and approving loans, subsidies and/or contribution applications.
  • Experience working with municipalities, clients in Indigenous communities and the North.
  • Solid knowledge of housing finance, planning, delivery, administration and portfolio management, and ability to analyze, reason and work within complex frameworks.


Posting closing date: Note, the competition may remain active until filled.

Our commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion

We're committed to employment equity and encourage women, Indigenous Peoples, persons with disabilities, veterans and persons of all races, ethnicities, religions, abilities, sexual orientations, and gender identities and expressions to apply. We also welcome applications from non-Canadians who are eligible to work in Canada.

CMHC is an inclusive workplace where diversity of thought – and of people – are recognized, valued, and considered essential to achieving our mission.

Learn more about our commitment to diversity and inclusion

What happens after you apply

We know that applying for a new job can be both exciting and daunting, and we appreciate your effort. Learn more about our hiring process. If you are selected for an interview or testing, please advise us if you require an accommodation.

If you applied before and you were not successful don't worry – we're always posting new positions, so don't hesitate to give it another shot. We're excited to see what you bring to the table this time around

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