Associate Mortgage Underwriter, Residential Underwriting

We are hiring an Associate Mortgage Underwriter, Residential Underwriting

Reporting To:

Manager, Residential Underwriting

Full-Time/Part- Time:

Full-time

Posting Date:

November 21, 2025

Closing Date:

December 5, 2025

Hours of Work:

8:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.

Grade:
Office Location:     

8.7
Calagry
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
Reporting to the Manager, Residential Underwriting, the Associate Mortgage Underwriter supports the underwriting and credit decision process by reviewing all required documentation and applying sound due diligence.  The Associate Mortgage Underwriter is responsible for escalating any inaccuracies, issues, or items that are incomplete and potentially present risk to the Company
How you will contribute:  

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 brokers for the collection of all required documents to satisfy mortgage commitment conditions
Reviews and verifies accuracy of required documentation related to income, down payment and the property using sound due diligence and in compliance with internal and regulatory guidelines prior to signing off on any mortgage conditions or documents, where applicable
Escalates any documentation issues to the Underwriter for review and sign off
Documents clear and complete notes within the mortgage underwriting system
Responds to all inquiries within established turnaround times
Adhere to policies/procedures to ensure AML requirements are met

The experience you need: 

Completed post-secondary education or equivalent work experience required
Previous experience within the Financial Services sector preferred
Previous experience within the Mortgage industry is an asset
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 in French and English  
Ability to deal with conflict
Analytical skills
Attention to detail
Strong organizational and time management skills
Positive team player
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.

Working Environment and Physical Demands Analysis:

Office environment
Periods of high volume with tight timelines
Long periods of stationary position/sitting
Prolonged periods of repetitive movement (i.e. using a keyboard and mouse)
Long periods of time in viewing a computer screen
Multi-tasking may include speaking to customers on a telephone call while looking up information on a computer program.

Why join First National?

Competitive Compensation
Comprehensive benefits program (i.e., Health Spending Account, Maternity and Parental Leave Top Up)
Hybrid working environment
Extensive training programs to set our employees up for success
Modern office environment conducive to collaboration
Supportive teamwork culture
Opportunities to give back to the communities and work through events focused on a variety of charities
Ongoing social events throughout the year

The team you'll join:
Founded in 1988, First National is one of Canada's largest non-bank lenders. We provide residential mortgages exclusively through the mortgage broker channel and we are Canada's largest commercial mortgage lender.
First National has been consistently recognized as a great place to work and we are proud that our employee engagement feedback is higher than our industry partners.
   
We would like to thank all applications for their interest in this existing vacancy but only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.
 
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 and any other category protected by law.
 
First National supports requests for accommodation from applicants with disabilities; please contact Human Resources at should you need an accommodation at any point in the recruitment process.
 
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