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ABOUT US
STRIVE is a Vancouver based recruitment firm offering recruitment solutions in the specialist areas of Accounting Finance, Corporate Administration, Operations and Technology. We are passionate about recruitment at STRIVE and commit to offering an upfront, genuine and consultative approach to everything we do which is a big reason as to why we have been successful.
THE ROLE
STRIVE Recruitment is partnered with a well-established Canadian commercial mortgage origination and underwriting firm to recruit an AVP, Lending – Commercial for its expanding Alberta platform.
This organization has operated in the Canadian real estate lending market for over 40 years and serves as the exclusive origination and underwriting partner to a well-capitalized mortgage investment platform. The firm has a long-standing reputation for disciplined credit, consistent performance, and relationship-driven lending across Western Canada and Ontario.
This is a senior commercial origination role focused on expanding lending activity across Alberta, with a primary emphasis on Calgary and Edmonton. Reporting directly to senior management, the successful candidate will leverage existing broker and borrower relationships while continuing to grow a high-quality pipeline across multiple commercial real estate asset classes.
This role offers meaningful autonomy, strong internal support, and the opportunity to help shape regional growth strategy.
RESPONSIBILITIES
Originate and source commercial mortgage opportunities across construction, finished inventory, and income-producing assets (multi-family, rental, and commercial)
Build, maintain, and expand relationships with mortgage brokers, borrowers, co-lenders, lawyers, and other industry stakeholders
Leverage an established professional network to drive consistent, high-quality deal flow
Review, structure, and underwrite transactions with a strong focus on credit quality, risk assessment, and due diligence
Identify under-served markets and emerging lending opportunities across Alberta and broader Canadian markets
Support portfolio oversight, including recoveries and workout situations when required
Collaborate closely with internal underwriting and management teams to align origination, risk, and growth objectives
QUALIFICATIONS
5+ years of experience in commercial mortgage lending, origination, or underwriting
Exposure to multiple real estate asset classes
Strong understanding of credit risk assessment, deal structuring, and due diligence
Proven success building and maintaining broker and borrower relationships
Degree in Finance, Real Estate, Urban Land Economics, or a related discipline
Licensed as a Mortgage Broker in Alberta or experience working with a conventional lending institution
Strong business development, negotiation, and communication skills
Alberta market knowledge is a strong asset
Compensation
Competitive base salary
Commission tied to production
Total compensation commensurate with experience and performance
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