Mortgage Specialist

2 months ago


Ottawa, Canada Bank of Montreal Full time

Cultivates, builds, and manages relationships with a third-party network of referral sources to build a pipeline of new mortgage business and increase BMO’s share of the home financing market. Actively identifies sales opportunities and refers to BMO colleagues as appropriate. Develops and executes effective marketing and sales programs to drive business results. Adheres to audit, regulatory, and compliance policies and follows all standard processes/procedures.

  • Actively searches for sales opportunities to achieve individual sales and profitability goals.
  • Proactively contacts realtors and referral sources identified through the creation of national partnerships and/or creates local partnerships to lead client and realtor discussions and sell real estate lending products and insurance that meet the Bank’s mortgage growth and profitability objectives.
  • Assists with the implementation of targeted marketing programs, promotions, and other initiatives.
  • Seeks opportunities to expand network by obtaining referrals from existing relationships.
  • Establishes and enhances the Bank’s community presence by participating in trade shows, conferences, and related events.
  • Serves a customer advocate during application and processing activities.
  • Provides marketing, event coordination, and general administrative support to maintain positive and ongoing contact with their broader referral network.
  • Delivers exceptional customer service that builds trust through expertise, responsive service, and support.
  • Organizes customer appreciation events, seminars, and conference calls.
  • Guides customers throughout mortgage application and processing activities.
  • Partners with branch teams to properly hand off customers to finalize mortgage documentation.
  • Resolves or escalates issues to meet customer expectations and ensures funds are advanced in a timely manner.
  • Identifies client needs for banking products (e.g. everyday banking, lending, and investment) and refers to appropriate BMO partners.
  • Develops solutions and makes recommendations based on an understanding of the business strategy and stakeholder needs.
  • Provides advice and guidance to assigned business/group on implementation of solutions.
  • Supports the execution of strategic initiatives in collaboration with internal and external stakeholders.
  • Helps determine business priorities and best sequence for execution of business / group strategy.
  • Conducts independent analysis and assessment to resolve strategic issues.
  • Liaises with various BMO teams and customers to ensure satisfactory completion and/or fulfillment of the home financing application.
  • Documents updates in BMO’s internal systems to ensure employees have access to the status of outstanding customer opportunities, transactions, and problems / issues.
  • Analyzes data and information to provide insights and recommendations.
  • Gathers and formats data into regular and ad-hoc reports and dashboards.
  • Provides input into the planning and implementation of operational programs.
  • Engages with third party realtors, lawyers, and related referral sources to create strong relationships that generate referrals for clients requiring real estate lending solutions.
  • Sells real estate lending and insurance products and identifies and initiates cross-sell opportunities and referrals in the best interest of the customer.
  • Verifies mortgage approvals for compliance with regulatory requirements and operational and credit policies.
  • Participates in projects and other activities designed to improve the customer experience.
  • Liaises between clients and various departments across the organization to discuss issues and procedures, and provides mortgage and insurance product support and expertise.
  • Completes all necessary transactional documentation in compliance with security measures.
  • Ensures adherence to all aspects of First Principles our code of Business Conduct and Ethics which deals with individual accountability as it relates to potential conflicts of interest, safeguarding of client information, trading in securities, anti-money laundering, privacy and disclosure of outside business activities.
  • Acts in accordance with regulatory and compliance requirements that include, but are not limited to, Anti-Money Laundering and Terrorist Financing Reporting requirements, FCAC consumer provision requirements, and Privacy Act provisions in accordance with Bank Policies & Procedures.
  • Follows security and safeguarding procedures and apply appropriate due diligence in accordance with Bank policy for the prevention of loss due to fraud, robbery, counterfeiting, money laundering or defalcation.
  • Protects the Bank’s assets by adhering to all everyday banking, business banking, investment and lending regulations (as appropriate), Policies and Procedures, legal and ethical requirements, process requirements and established risk guidelines.
  • Understands risks and takes appropriate actions as they relate to personal banking, deposit and investment products, including all documentation, and any other requirements to maintain operational integrity.
  • Maintains the confidentiality of both customer and Bank information ensuring compliance with Bank Policies & Procedures.
  • Focus may be on a business/group.
  • Thinks creatively and proposes new solutions.
  • Exercises judgment to identify, diagnose, and solve problems within given rules.
  • Works mostly independently.
  • Broader work or accountabilities may be assigned as needed.

Qualifications:

  • Typically between 3 - 5 years of relevant experience and post-secondary degree in related field of study or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
  • Basic knowledge of portfolio management and related credit qualification standards, policies, and procedures.
  • In-depth understanding of the mortgage lending process and applicable regulatory requirements.
  • Strong interpersonal, sales, customer service, and negotiation skills.
  • Expert knowledge of self-management and teamwork, personal lending, relationship sales and management.
  • Functional knowledge of personal banking, investments, trust services, business and commercial lending, and cash management.
  • Strong knowledge of the broader real estate industry and mortgage market.
  • Strong negotiation skills.
  • U.S. Only: This position will act as an originator of consumer loans as defined by Regulation Z, Regulation G, and the Secure and Fair Enforcement for Mortgage Licensing Act (the S.A.F.E. Act). This position will require a Federal registration with the Nationwide Mortgage Licensing System and Registry. The Bank will instruct you on the registration requirements needed to comply with this requirement. A criminal background review and credit history evaluation will be required for this position as well as restrictions on performing in a real estate agent capacity.
  • Specialized knowledge from education and/or business experience.
  • Verbal & written communication skills - In-depth.
  • Collaboration & team skills - In-depth.
  • Analytical and problem solving skills - In-depth.
  • Influence skills - In-depth.
#J-18808-Ljbffr

  • Ottawa, Canada True North Mortgage Full time

    Would you like to be proud of where you work and the products you sell? How about enjoying coming to work every day while being well compensated for your performance? If you answered “Yes” to the above, then consider joining Canada’s most innovative company in the mortgage industry! At True North Mortgage we put the customer experience first! We do...


  • Ottawa, Canada True North Mortgage Full time

    Would you like to be proud of where you work and the products you sell? How about enjoying coming to work every day while being well compensated for your performance? If you answered “Yes” to the above, then consider joining Canada’s most innovative company in the mortgage industry! At True North Mortgage we put the customer experience first! We do...


  • Ottawa, Canada True North Mortgage Full time

    Would you like to be proud of where you work and the products you sell? How about enjoying coming to work every day while being well compensated for your performance? If you answered “Yes” to the above, then consider joining Canada’s most innovative company in the mortgage industry! At True North Mortgage we put the customer experience first! We do...

  • Mortgage Specialist

    4 hours ago


    Ottawa, Ontario, Canada Scotiabank Full time

    About the Role:We are seeking a highly skilled and results-driven Mortgage Specialist to join our team at Scotiabank. As a Mortgage Specialist, you will be responsible for building strong relationships with clients, providing expert mortgage advice, and driving mortgage sales.Key Responsibilities:Client Relationship Building: Develop and maintain lasting...

  • Mortgage Specialist

    1 week ago


    Ottawa, Canada BMO Financial Group Full time

    110 Place d'Orleans Drive Ottawa Ontario,K1C 2L9 Join BMO - imagine the possibilities. Are you looking for a chance to let your entrepreneurial spirit shine and turn potential into performance with great earning possibilities? Becoming a BMO® Mortgage Specialist can offer you all that and much more. Expect to fill an important and rewarding role - helping...


  • Ottawa, Ontario, Canada Accoravillage Full time

    POSITION OVERVIEW: Reporting to the Director of Credit, the Mortgage Underwriting Specialist will be instrumental in assisting the Broker underwriting team, overseeing a variety of daily tasks with independence, technical proficiency, and a comprehensive understanding of our offerings. This role is accountable for the examination and processing of...

  • Mortgage Specialist

    3 months ago


    Ottawa, Canada BMO Financial Group Full time

    1381 Woodroffe Avenue Ottawa Ontario,K2G 1V7 At BMO, we are PURPOSEfully different and proud of it. To meet our goal as the fastest growing retail bank in Canada we need a team of passionate Mortgage Specialists who are entrepreneurial minded and excited to grow their business with us. If you are looking to take your career to the next level this is the...

  • Mortgage Specialist

    3 months ago


    Ottawa, Canada BMO Financial Group Full time

    4392 Innes Road Ottawa Ontario,K4A 3W3 At BMO, we are PURPOSEfully different and proud of it. To meet our goal as the fastest growing retail bank in Canada we need a team of passionate Mortgage Specialists who are entrepreneurial minded and excited to grow their business with us. If you are looking to take your career to the next level this is the time to...

  • Mortgage Specialist

    23 hours ago


    Ottawa, Ontario, Canada BMO Full time

    About the RoleBMO is seeking a highly skilled and motivated Mortgage Specialist to join our team. As a Mortgage Specialist, you will play a critical role in helping customers achieve their dream of home ownership by providing expert guidance and support throughout the mortgage application process.Key ResponsibilitiesDevelop and maintain a strong network of...

  • Mortgage Specialist

    22 hours ago


    Ottawa, Ontario, Canada BMO Full time

    About the RoleBMO is seeking a highly skilled Mortgage Specialist to join our team. As a Mortgage Specialist, you will play a critical role in helping customers achieve their dream of homeownership.Key ResponsibilitiesDevelop and execute effective marketing and sales strategies to drive business results.Cultivate and maintain relationships with a referral...


  • Ottawa, Ontario, Canada Accoravillage Full time

    About the RoleWe are seeking a highly skilled and detail-oriented Mortgage Underwriting Specialist to join our team at Accoravillage. As a Mortgage Underwriter, you will play a critical role in reviewing and verifying mortgage applications to ensure compliance with our company's guidelines and regulatory requirements.Key ResponsibilitiesReview and verify the...

  • Mortgage Agent

    3 months ago


    Ottawa, Canada SJC Financial Full time

    Thinking about becoming a mortgage agent? Join SJC Financial, one of Canada's top mortgage brokerages. We help Canadians finance over $100+ million in volume per year. SJC Financial offers high quality training, finance tools, and provides crucial hands-on experience. Work completely independent from home or from the SJC Financial office spaces. We offer...

  • Mortgage Agent

    3 months ago


    Ottawa, Canada SJC Financial Full time

    Thinking about becoming a mortgage agent? Join SJC Financial, one of Canada's top mortgage brokerages. We help Canadians finance over $100+ million in volume per year. SJC Financial offers high quality training, finance tools, and provides crucial hands-on experience. Work completely independent from home or from the SJC Financial office spaces. We offer...

  • Mortgage Agent

    3 months ago


    Ottawa, Canada SJC Financial Full time

    Thinking about becoming a mortgage agent? Join SJC Financial, one of Canada's top mortgage brokerages. We help Canadians finance over $100+ million in volume per year. SJC Financial offers high quality training, finance tools, and provides crucial hands-on experience. Work completely independent from home or from the SJC Financial office spaces. We offer...

  • Mortgage Specialist

    7 days ago


    Ottawa, Canada BMO Full time

    Application Deadline: 09/29/2024 Address: 110 Place d'Orleans Drive Job Family Group: Retail Banking Sales & Service Join BMO – imagine the possibilities. Are you looking for a chance to let your entrepreneurial spirit shine and turn potential into performance with great earning possibilities? Becoming a BMO® Mortgage Specialist can offer you all that...

  • Mortgage Specialist

    2 days ago


    Ottawa, Ontario, Canada BMO Full time

    Application Deadline:09/29/2024Address:110 Place d'Orleans DriveJob Family Group:Retail Banking Sales & ServiceJoin BMO - imagine the possibilities. Are you looking for a chance to let your entrepreneurial spirit shine and turn potential into performance with great earning possibilities? Becoming a BMO Mortgage Specialist can offer you all that and much...

  • Mortgage Specialist

    2 weeks ago


    Ottawa, Canada BMO Full time

    Application Deadline: 09/29/2024 Address: 5673 Hazeldean Road Job Family Group: Retail Banking Sales & Service Join BMO – imagine the possibilities. Are you looking for a chance to let your entrepreneurial spirit shine and turn potential into performance with great earning possibilities? Becoming a BMO® Mortgage Specialist can offer you all that and much...


  • Ottawa, Ontario, Canada Canada Mortgage and Housing Corporation Full time

    About the RoleWe are seeking a highly skilled Accounting Operations Specialist to join our team at the Canada Mortgage and Housing Corporation. As an Accounting Operations Specialist, you will play a critical role in supporting the cash and bank management, accounts receivable process execution, periodic tax and accounting transactions.Key...


  • Ottawa, Ontario, Canada Canada Mortgage and Housing Corporation Full time

    Canada Mortgage and Housing Corporation Risk Management SpecialistThe Risk Management Specialist at Canada Mortgage and Housing Corporation is tasked with delivering expert advice and support for the establishment of the Governance, Risk, and Compliance (GRC) initiative. This position requires collaboration with various internal teams, including Internal...


  • Ottawa, Canada Accoravillage Full time

    Monday, July 8, 2024 RFA’s residential mortgage lending business is operated by RFA Mortgage Corporation and RFA Bank of Canada, a federally regulated Schedule I Bank. RFA Mortgage Corporation specializes in Prime lending (Insured, Insurable, Uninsurable), while RFA Bank of Canada is a balance sheet based Alternative mortgage lender (Alt-A and B...