Associate Mortgage Underwriter - Third Party Residential Underwriting - MBBS

We are hiring an Associate Mortgage Underwriter within the Third Party Residential Underwriting - MBBS!Reporting ToManager, Third Party Residential UnderwritingFull-Time/Part- TimeFull-timePosting DateOctober 9, 2025Closing DateOctober 23, 2025Hours Of Work8:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.GradeOffice Location:8.7Calgary, ABGreat location! Steps away from the main public transit stationWhat We OfferHighly competitive compensation package which includes, base salary, bonus, benefits, and career advancement opportunities!Eligibility for benefits is dependent on the terms of employmentThe Opportunity Reporting to the Manager, Third Party 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.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.How You Will ContributeEstablishes and maintains positive relationships with mortgage brokers to build loyalty to the CompanyMaintains positive relationships with external partners such as mortgage insurers, appraisers, title insurance companies, and solicitorsInteracts with mortgage brokers for the collection of all required documents to satisfy mortgage commitment conditionsReviews 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 applicableEscalates any documentation issues to the Underwriter for review and sign offDocuments clear and complete notes within the mortgage underwriting systemResponds to all inquiries within established turnaround timesAdhere to policies/procedures to ensure AML requirements are met. The Experience You NeedCompleted post-secondary education or equivalent work experience requiredPrevious experience within Financial Services sector preferredPrevious experience within Mortgage industry an assetCompletion of Mortgage Agent Course and/or FSRA License an assetWorking knowledge of PC software in a Windows environment requiredIn accordance with the BC Financial Services Authority (BCFSA), if a successful candidate is not already licensed, upon starting with First National, they will be registered for the applicable educational courses and upon successful completion of the exam, First National will register them with BCFSA to complete the licensing processThe Requirements NeededStrong aptitude for service excellenceAbility to build and maintain positive relationshipsStrong communication skills—both written and verbalAbility to deal with conflictAnalytical skillsAttention to detailStrong organizational and time management skillsPositive team playerFully competent in working with basic PC software and working knowledge of the suite of Microsoft office productsAbility to manage pressure in an environment of high volume processing with tight turnaround timesWorking Environment And Physical Demands AnalysisOffice environmentPeriods of high volume with tight timelinesLong periods of stationary position/sittingProlonged periods of repetitive movement (i.e. using a keyboard and mouse)Long periods of time in viewing a computer screenMulti-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 collaborationSupportive 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 JoinFounded 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 accessibility@firstnational.ca should you need an accommodation at any point in the recruitment process.#FNUWAB