Associate Mortgage Underwriter

Associate Mortgage Underwriter

Reporting To: Manager, Third Party Residential Underwriting

Employment Type: Full‑time

Salary Range: $48,842 – $73,262

Posting Date: February 10, 2026

Closing Date: February 24, 2026

Hours of Work: 8:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.

Location: Vancouver, BC (Grade 8.7) – Steps away from the main public transit station

• Highly competitive compensation package including base salary, bonus, benefits, and career advancement opportunities
• Eligibility for benefits is dependent on the terms of employment

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 role is responsible for escalating any inaccuracies, issues, or incomplete items that present risk to the Company.

The Third Party Residential Underwriting Division, a division of First National Financial, provides underwriting expertise and services on behalf of other financial institutions to the Canadian Mortgage Broker channel.

• Establish and maintain positive relationships with mortgage brokers to build loyalty to the Company
• Maintain positive relationships with external partners such as mortgage insurers, appraisers, title insurance companies, and solicitors
• Interact with mortgage brokers for the collection of all required documents to satisfy mortgage commitment conditions
• Review and verify 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
• Escalate any documentation issues to the Underwriter for review and sign off
• Document clear and complete notes within the mortgage underwriting system
• Respond to all inquiries within established turnaround times
• Adhere to policies/procedures to ensure AML requirements are met

• Completed post‑secondary education or equivalent work experience required
• Previous experience within the Financial Services sector preferred
• Previous experience within the 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

In 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.

• 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 (e.g., using a keyboard and mouse)
• Long periods of time viewing a computer screen
• Multitasking may include speaking to customers on a telephone call while researching information on a computer program

• Competitive compensation
• Comprehensive benefits program (e.g., Health Spending Account, Maternity and Parental Leave Top Up)
• Extensive training programs to set employees up for success
• Modern office environment conducive to collaboration
• Supportive teamwork culture
• Opportunities to give back to the communities and participate in events focused on a variety of charities
• Ongoing social events throughout the year

Founded in 1988, First National is one of Canada’s largest non‑bank lenders. We provide residential mortgages…