
Multi-Unit Underwriter II (Bilingual)
Canada Mortgage and Housing Corporation
- Ottawa, ON
- 84.699-105.874 $ par an
- Permanent
- Temps-plein
- Annual Paid vacation.
- Annual individual performance incentive.
- Defined benefit pension plan.
- Comprehensive group insurance plan to support your well-being from day one.
- Support towards your personal and professional growth with training, mentorship and more.
- An inclusive workplace culture and environment.
- While positions at CMHC require some in-office presence, alternative work arrangements may be considered for Indigenous candidates.
- Lead the underwriting of new construction, complex or higher-risk multi-unit mortgage insurance applications involving properties with over 24 units, including properties with unique financial structures or market conditions, and provide strategic recommendations to senior stakeholders.
- Conduct in-depth analysis of program and product requirements, as well as financial, legal, property, market, borrower, and loan-level reviews.
- Apply sound judgment and decision-making practices that are factual and based on well-reasoned analysis to derive insurance risk recommendations, and mitigation options in line with CMHC's risk appetite.
- Exercise prudence and diligence to ensure compliance with all relevant internal policies and procedures applicable to the function.
- Maintain quality relationships with clients to understand their needs and objectives and explore opportunities.
- Collaborate effectively within a team to enhance service standards and improve turnaround times.
- Engage internal support functions such as legal services, policy and operations, and borrower analysis to seek clarification and concurrence in support of recommendations.
- An undergraduate degree in a relevant field related to real estate such as business administration, accounting, finance or commerce, or an equivalent combination of education and/or experience.
- A minimum of five (5) years of progressive experience in multi-unit underwriting, with demonstrated ability to independently assess and structure complex deals.
- Strong financial analysis skills, including the ability to interpret financial statements and borrower legal structures.
- Strong knowledge of construction financing, multi-unit underwriting, and credit risk analysis, paired with demonstrated analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making abilities.
- Solid oral and written communication skills in both official languages (French and English), with the ability to clearly convey decisions and address objections.
- Proven leadership with the ability to contribute to the development of underwriting best practices, combined with strong interpersonal skills to build and maintain effective relationships with stakeholders.
- Highly organized and detail-oriented, with the ability to manage time effectively and perform under pressure in high-volume environments.
- Self-motivated and able to work independently with minimal supervision, demonstrating a commitment to continuous improvement and a proactive approach to learning and development.
- Experience or knowledge in property management, real estate appraisal, property inspection, or real estate law is considered an asset.
- Successful completion of a professional association designation such as Certified in Real Estate Finance (CRF), Accredited Appraiser Canadian Institute (AACI), Chartered Accountant (CA), Certified Management Accountant (CMA), Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA), or Certified Property Manager (CPM).
- Experience in building reports and/or in using statistical analysis software such as MS Excel.