Associate Mortgage Underwriter

Overview

Associate Mortgage Underwriter role at First National Financial LP. Reporting To:
Manager, Third Party Residential Underwriting.

Employment type:

Full-time.

Location:

Vancouver, BC. Salary range: $48,842 - $73,262. Posting Date:
January 6, 2026. Closing Date:
January 20, 2026.

Hours:

8:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.

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 escalates any inaccuracies, issues, or incomplete items that may present risk to the Company. The Third Party Residential Underwriting Division provides underwriting expertise and services on behalf of other financial institutions to the Canadian Mortgage Broker channel.

• 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 the 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
• Adheres to policies/procedures to ensure AML requirements are met

• Completed post-secondary education or equivalent work experience required
• Previous experience within Financial Services sector preferred
• Previous experience within Mortgage industry an asset
• Completion of Mortgage Agent Course and BCFSA/RECA License an asset
• Working knowledge of PC software in a Windows environment required

• Strong aptitude for service excellence
• Ability to build and maintain positive relationships
• Strong communication skills—both written and verbal
• 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

• 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

• Competitive compensation
• Comprehensive benefits program (Health Spending Account, Maternity and Parental Leave Top Up)
• 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 through charity-focused events

We would like to thank all applicants for their interest in this vacancy; 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, disability, sexual orientation and any other category protected by law. We support requests for accommodation from applicants with disabilities; please contact Human Resources at ac should you need an accommodation at any point in the recruitment process.