Job Description

• 
  Toronto
  
  Operations
  
  Full Time
  
  26746
  
  03 November 2023

Laurentian Bank. Seeing beyond numbers



Building a better and different financial institution

• Financial Benefits Working Environment Commuting and Travelling Food and Drinks Nice to have

Financial Benefits
Pension plan
Group Insurance
Stock purchase program
Mortgage, Line of Credit, Personal Loan, ...at low interest rates
Incentive compensation

Seeing beyond numbers\xe2\x84\xa2
At Laurentian Bank, we believe we can change banking for the better. Founded in Montreal in 1846, Laurentian Bank helps families, businesses and communities thrive. Today, we have over 3,000 employees working together as One Team, to provide a broad range of financial services and advice-based solutions for customers across Canada and the United States. We drive results by placing our customers first, making the better choice, acting courageously, and believing everyone belongs.

This role sits within LBC Tech, a subsidiary of Laurentian Bank.

The Mortgage Underwriter will have responsibility for the end to end mortgage adjudication process from origination to funding ensuring adherence to Laurentian Bank underwriting guidelines and operating procedures.
The Senior Residential Mortgage Underwriter is responsible for growing residential mortgage business from a designated portfolio of mortgage brokers and retail branches, as defined by objectives within a Balanced Scorecard (BSC), including:
1. Financial Objectives; mortgage and secured line of credit product acquisition, customer acquisition, cross-sell, national financial plan met/exceeded)
2. Operational Effectiveness: credit quality objectives, turn-around time, SLA adherence, compliance requirements, organized and efficient submissions of applications, etc.
3. Customer: partner experience satisfaction
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Responsibilities:

• Contribute to the effective processing and approval of mortgage applications submitted from origination channel partners
• Determining and obtaining all pertinent credit information such as proof of income, down payment confirmation etc., and conducting appropriate due diligence in order to meet the bank\'s credit and quality standards, including anti-money laundering and anti-terrorist financing standards and maintain the bank\'s desired reputation with the public and regulators;
• Accurately inputting data to computer underwriting program and determine a "pass", "fail" or "further consideration" decision for each mortgage application
• Within a designated discretionary limit for mortgage applications which are "passed" by the system, approve, decline, or present alternatives that meet bank\'s Risk tolerance for mortgage transactions and recommend to a higher level those which are qualified for further review if the incumbent considers them to be credit worthy
• Issuing and following-up on customer mortgage commitments, outstanding conditions and fulfillment
• Obtaining Mortgage Insurer approval for insured loans
• Ordering and reviewing appraisals for all conventional mortgages
• Assembling, analyzing and ensuring receipt of all relevant information and documentation prior to onward submission of the file for timely instruction to solicitors
• Verifies data and information on mortgage applications to ensure accuracy
• Effectively communicating Bank lending policy and procedures, instilling a thorough knowledge of lending requirements, and qualifying parameters.
• Responsible for meeting all productivity measures and service levels
• Keeps up-to-date on applicable legislation, as well as on the Bank\'s policies, programs, procedures and mortgage insurer policies

Qualifications:

• Proven track record in residential mortgage underwriting - credit authority limits must be provided
• Bilingual* (French/English) verbal and written communication skills are mandatory
• Excellent knowledge of both prime and alternative lending solutions, draw and construction financing
• Sound knowledge and expertise of credit and underwriting practices, and lending products
• Post-secondary degree or diploma in a related field and a minimum of 3 years of lender mortgage underwriting experience within the financial services industry
• Strong analytical skills and decision-making capabilities, including demonstrated ability to use initiative and good judgment
• Understanding of the financial services industry, its independent distribution channels, and the regulatory environment
• Results-oriented
• Excellent problem-solving and negotiation skills
• Strong aptitude for leadership and providing others with assistance
• High level of attention to detail and accuracy
• Excellent time management skills
• Must be proficient in MS Office (Word and Excel)

Inclusion and Accessibility At Laurentian Bank, we believe everyone belongs. We are committed to fostering an inclusive work environment that reflects the diversity of our customers and our communities and where everyone feels like they belong and can thrive. To this end, we encourage applications from individuals from equity-deserving groups, including Indigenous persons, racialized and persons with disabilities, marginalized genders and the 2SLGBTQIA+ community. We strive to offer a flexible and accessible work experience that is inclusive of everyone. If at any time you need an accommodation, please let us know. PIPEDA We may collect, use or disclose your personal information for the purpose of establishing an employment relationship with you.