Junior Underwriter

3 months ago

North York, Canada Progressa Financial Inc. Full time

**Progressa**

Progressa helps tens of thousands of Canadians improve their financial health by paying off outstanding debt and collection items, resulting in improved credit and getting them back to living their life.

**Reason to Join Progreesa**

At Progressa, we are a diverse group whose goal is to achieve measurable improvement to our customers' financial health. To do so we are committed to creating an inclusive, fun, vibrant environment where our employees and clients feel respected and supported. At Progressa your story and goals matter to us. We encourage teamwork, friendship and enthusiasm while maintaining a healthy work environment. Below is a brief list of some of the benefits of joining Progressa:

- Health & Dental Benefits Program
- RRSP Match
- Paid Day Off on Your Birthday
- Remote Work
- Paid Vacation

**Position Summary**

**Responsibilities**:

- Conduct loan interviews, assess the need for loan protection insurance, and approve or recommend an approval up to the maximum loan amount.
- Communicate and notify financial decision to loan applicants and third-party referrals
- Monitor team queues to ensure all files are processed within the teams Service Level Agreement
- Advise customers of the risks, consequences, and benefits of alternative lending solutions
- Underwrite refinancing opportunities for existing customers based on internal guidelines
- Other related duties as required or assigned

**Required experience, knowledge, and skills**:

- 1+ years experience in banking/finance environment
- 1+ years in Underwriting (_non-prime experience preferred_)
- Intermediate MS Office and Google Suite skills
- Typing speed above 40 wpm
- High attention to detail
- Strong communication skills, both verbal and written
- High school education or equivalent
- Open availability to work varying shifts between 8am to 9pm Monday to Friday, and 9am to 1pm on Saturdays (rotational)

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