Mortgage Underwriter, Third Party Residential Underwriting – TDMS

We are hiring  a Mortgage Underwriter, Third Party Residential Underwriting – TDMS BC!
Reporting To:
Manager, Third Party Residential Underwriting
Full-Time/Part
- Time:
Full-time
Salary Range: $60,000-$85,000
Posting Date:
September 25, 2026
Closing Date:
October 16, 2026
Hours of Work: 8:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Grade: 12.7
Office

Location:

Vancouver, BC
Great location!

What we offer:

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 Opportunity  Reporting to the Manager, Third Party Residential Underwriting, the Mortgage Underwriter supports the underwriting and credit decision process by reviewing all required documentation and applying sound due diligence. The Mortgage Underwriter is responsible for escalating any inaccuracies, issues, or items that are incomplete and potentially present risk to the Company. The 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.
How you will contribute:
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
Adjudicates mortgage applications within established authority limits while ensuring adherence to policies and guidelines
Interacts with Mortgage Insurers where applicable to complete credit lending decisions
Ensures due diligence has been completed prior to signing off on any mortgage conditions or documents, where applicable
Prepares and issues mortgage commitments with appropriate conditions within established service level agreements/turnaround times
Priorities applications and workflow to ensure consistent and sound risk assessments are maintained while managing high volumes and a continued focus on service excellence
Stays current with latest industry knowledge, competition, and market trends
Skills and Attributes:
Ability to build and maintain positive relationships
Strong aptitude for service excellence
Strong communication skills—both written and verbal
Ability to manage and resolve conflict
Strong analytical skills
Attention to detail
Organizational and time management skills
Positive team player with desire and ability to mentor others
Effective problem solving and decision-making skills
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
The experience you need:
Completed post-secondary education or equivalent work experience required
Minimum 2 years previous mortgage underwriting experience required
Completion of Mortgage Agent Course and/ BCFSA license an asset
Working knowledge of PC software in a Windows environment required
Working Environment and Physical Demands Analysis:
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.
Why join First National   Competitive Compensation
Comprehensive benefits program (i.e., 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…