Job Description

Come join

Home Trust Company

as a

Underwriter, Large Commercial

in our Commercial lending team!





Home Trust Company has developed a track record of success as Canada's leading alternative lender, employing nearly 800 people in our Toronto headquarters and branches across the country. Building on the demonstrated strength of its core residential mortgage lending business, the Company also offers complementary lending services, as well as highly competitive deposit investment products, through Oaken Financial. Our culture has been shaped by the passion and integrity of our people. Home Trust is a private company.

FIRST THING - WHAT YOU NEED TO SUCCEED?

We are looking for individuals who are dedicated, passionate, and driven to execute with excellence!

WE CARE ABOUT OUR EMPLOYEES WELL-BEING, WHAT WE OFFER:

Base salary, with yearly incentive performance bonus Three (3) weeks of vacation, an additional six (6) flex days (sick or personal) in addition to statutory holidays Comprehensive benefit packages, offered through Manulife Group Retirement Savings Plan (GRSP) up to 8% contribution program & employer match $1000 Employee Referral Program Employee Discounts; phone plans, gym membership, Toronto Bike Share and many retailer discounts offered through WorkPerks Education Assistance program

ABOUT THE ROLE:

Commercial Underwriting provides a high level of expertise in the administration of HTC's commercial mortgage underwriting business. It is responsible for the origination and administration of new and existing loans and for ensuring the adherence of commercial credit policy, standards and guidelines, while fostering a culture of respect, trust and integrity.





Adjudicate mortgage applications by assessing prospective clients in accordance with the 5 C's (Capacity, Capital, Collateral, Character, Conditions). Assessing risk and ensuring all applications adhere to both quality and service standards remain the overarching focus for this position. Working primarily on CMHC insured mortgages with some exposure to conventional mortgages.


Receive, review, analyze and verify mortgage applications for completeness, accuracy, suitability and risk to ensure compliance with all aspects of Home Trust Company's underwriting policies, procedures and guidelines per delegated authority matrices Adhere to applicable compliance obligations including Privacy, Anti-Money Laundering/Anti-Terrorist Financing and internal Anti-Fraud Policy requirements File Unusual Transaction Reports as applicable to fulfil individual employee obligations to detect and deter financial crimes activity. Maintain consistent, objective and sound risk assessments in a high volume, service-oriented environment Make prudent credit decisions on complex mortgage files Negotiate loan terms according to assessed risk and to meet the interests of the client and Home Trust Prepare files and recommend mortgage deals for final approval Maintain accurate information and detailed notes on applications, prepare and issue conditional mortgage commitments outlining all conditions that must be met to Home Trust's satisfaction Issue mortgage commitment according to negotiated and approved terms Adhere to defined Service Level Agreement in acknowledging applications and following up on additional required information Work effectively with all internal business partners to improve underwriting systems to maximize effectiveness and achieve excellence Remain current on latest developments within industry and market trends to secure competitive advantage

WHAT WE REQUIRE:

Authorized to work in Canada Post secondary degree or diploma required (University degree preferred) in related area Certification(s)/Designation(s) preferred 3-5 years with mortgage lending Strong understanding of commercial mortgage products Proficient in adjudicating credit, reviewing and assessing third party reports Preference will be given to those candidates with previous experience making direct submissions to CMHC Multi Res Team Problem solving - exceptional Time management, highly organized Accountable/ accepting responsibility Analytical thinking Multi-tasking in fast paced, deadline driven environment Interpersonal relationship building Proactive/ takes initiative/ self starter Communication (verbal and written) - excellent MS Office Suite - proficient Excel - advanced Loan adjudication software

PREREQUISITE

: Maintain a positive supportive attitude, help to maintain an inclusive and supportive company culture!





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