We are hiring a Mortgage Underwriter, Third Party Residential Underwriting - BMBE!Reporting ToManager, Third Party Residential UnderwritingFull-Time/Part- TimeFull-timeSalary Range$60,000-$85,000Posting DateSeptember 25, 2026Closing DateOctober 16, 2026Hours Of Work8:30 a.M. – 5:00 p.M.GradeOffice Location:12.7Vancouver, BCGreat location! Steps away from the main public transit stationWhat We OfferHighly competitive compensation package which includes, salary, bonus, advantages, and career advancement opportunities!Eligibility for benefits is dependent on the terms of employmentThe OpportunityThe 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.Reporting to the Manager, the Residential Mortgage Underwriter is responsible for rendering credit decisions on incoming applications within their authorized limits and with adherence to company and insurer policies and guidelines while focusing on service excellence. The Mortgage Underwriter has responsibility for applying due diligence when reviewing required documentation to ensure accuracy and to protect the Company from risk.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 solicitorsAdjudicates mortgage applications within established authority limits while ensuring adherence to policies and guidelinesInteracts with Mortgage Insurers where applicable to complete credit lending decisionsEnsuring due diligence has been completed prior to signing off on any mortgage conditions or documents,



where applicablePrepares and issues mortgage commitments with appropriate conditions within established service level agreements/turnaround timesPriorities applications and workflow to ensure consistent and sound risk assessments are maintained while managing high volumes and a continued focus on service excellenceStays current with latest industry knowledge, competition, and market trendsThe Experience You NeedAbility to build and maintain positive relationshipsStrong aptitude for service excellenceStrong communication skills—both written and verbalAbility to manage and resolve conflictStrong analytical skillsAttention to detailOrganizational and time management skillsPositive team player with desire and ability to mentor othersEffective problem solving and decision making skillsFully 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 timesAdhere to policies/procedures to ensure AML requirements are metEducation/Certification/Experience Requirements:Completed post-secondary education or equivalent work experience requiredMinimum 2 years previous mortgage underwriting experience requiredCompletion of Mortgage Agent Course and/or BC Financial Services Authority ("BCFSA") 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 process.Working 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 CompensationComprehensive benefits program (i.E., Health Spending Account, Maternity and Parental Leave Top Up)Extensive training programs to set our employees up for successModern office environment conducive to collaborationSupportive teamwork cultureOpportunities to give back to the communities and work through events focused on a variety of charitiesOngoing social events throughout the yearThe 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.Artificial Intelligence is not used in our recruitment or hiring process for this role.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 [email protected] should you need an accommodation at any point in the recruitment process.#FNUWBC

📌 Mortgage Underwriter, Third Party Residential Underwriting - Bmbe (Vancouver)
🏢 First National Financial
📍 Vancouver