Analyst II

Great location! Steps away from the main public transit station.

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 Analyst II plays a critical role in the successful fulfillment and closing of commercial mortgage transactions. This position is responsible for instructing, advancing, and managing mortgage files from the moment a financing offer is accepted through to final closing. Working within established company policies and procedures, the Analyst II ensures all documentation, conditions, and approvals are completed accurately and on time.

This role is ideal for a detail‑oriented professional who thrives in a fast‑paced environment and enjoys taking ownership of files from commitment to completion.

• Enter complete and accurate loan details in the internal system using information from the commitment letter, CMHC conditions, underwriting binder, and legal documentation.
• Instruct solicitors and external property insurance consultants in accordance with approved loan terms.
• Review each file to identify and address special conditions outlined in the commitment letter and, where applicable, CMHC Certificate of Insurance.
• Confirm that all supporting documents and conditions precedent have been received, reviewed, and satisfied prior to advancing funds.
• Coordinate the closing process with the applicable investor, ensuring that all investor requirements are met and securing final approval.
• Collaborate with the Origination teams to resolve outstanding conditions credit items and ensure all underwriting conditions are fulfilled.
• Establish and maintain the loan file within the paperless system throughout the funding process.
• Calculate interest adjustments, repair and tax holdbacks, and monthly tax components with precision.
• Post monetary advances onto the internal system, ensuring all advances balance.
• Conduct a thorough post‑funding review of assigned files to prepare them for audit and seamless transfer to the Commercial Asset Management Department; process construction and progress draw advances on an ongoing basis.
• Closely monitor the pipeline to ensure all data is kept accurate, preventing pooling issues or financial losses.
• Mitigate reputational, monetary, and legal risks in everyday tasks.
• Support special projects and departmental initiatives as assigned by senior leadership.

• Bachelor’s degree in finance, economics, commerce, law, accounting, or a related field.
• Minimum 3 years of experience in the Commercial Real Estate industry; professional designation such as CCIM is considered an asset.
• Knowledge and understanding of CMHC policies and procedures.
• Ability to demonstrate initiative, confidence, decisiveness, and resoluteness.
• Up‑to‑date knowledge of commercial real‑estate trends and economic conditions.
• Carries out duties with integrity and takes responsibility for actions.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Demonstrated organizational ability with a proven track record of prioritizing and managing multiple tasks.
• Analytical mindset focused on identifying and mitigating risk.
• Collaborative team player willing to take on additional responsibilities when needed.
• Able to work independently, exercise sound judgment, and take ownership of an assigned portfolio with minimal supervision.
• Proven ability to foster and maintain relationships.

External Customers:

• Solicitors and external legal counsel
• External property insurance consultants
• Borrowers and their representatives
• Third‑party service providers (e.g., appraisers, consultants, tax authorities)

Internal Customers:

• Origination team
• Underwriting team
• Internal Funding team
• Commercial Asset Management Department
• Senior leadership within Commercial Mortgage Funding

• Periods of high volume with tight timelines.
• Long periods of stationary position/sitting.
• Prolonged periods of repetitive movement (e.g., using a keyboard and mouse).
• Long periods of time viewing a computer screen.
• Multi‑tasking may include speaking…