Mortgage Underwriter

Bridgewater Bank • Calgary, AB

1d • Remote

About The Position

PAPERWORK is NO match FOR YOU. The Opportunity You’ve always been the kind of person who looks at the world from every angle. You’re a natural trouble-shooter who can spot the red flag that everyone else missed. But behind all the analysis, the paperwork and the technology, you never forget that there are people who’ll be affected by your decisions. The Team You’ve Been Looking For Bridgewater Bank is more than a financial institution; we’re a team of passionate people who care deeply about helping others succeed. Unlike traditional banks, we have no branches. This means less time managing logistics and more time focused on providing straightforward, honest service and smart financial solutions that support our clients in reaching life’s biggest milestones. As a wholly owned subsidiary of AMA, we share a proud legacy of service and a commitment to doing the right thing for our customers, our communities, and each other. At Bridgewater Bank, you’ll be part of a nimble, forward-thinking organization where your ideas matter, your contributions are valued, and your growth is encouraged. We’re driven to make a positive impact and our close-knit culture values flexibility, innovation, and genuine connection.

Requirements

• You have a post-secondary education in a relevant field (e.g. business/commerce, business management, finance, etc.) or other related experience.
• You have at least two to three years of experience in a financial institution (preferably in mortgage underwriting).
• You’re comfortable with various software applications, such as MS Office, LMS, etc.

Nice To Haves

• We see experience with AI‑powered tools like ChatGPT, Copilot, and similar platforms as a real plus - especially when it’s used to work smarter, increase efficiency, and find better ways to get things done.

Responsibilities

• Approve or decline mortgage loan applications, within lending limit authorities, in order to meet established deadlines and quality standards.
• Review loan documents to determine if the buyer, property and loan conditions meet mortgage underwriting standards.
• Conduct Pre-Fund Quality Assurance Reviews, Post Fund Internal and External Audits to ensure mortgages are within internal and regulatory guidelines.
• Apply Due diligence when processing applications and reviewing documents.
• Utilization of additional search engines and tools provided for validation.
• Identify suspicious scenarios or documents, investigate, and escalate accordingly.
• Build positive relationships with Brokers and other partners.
• Assist the Service team with insight on high-risk deals including declines.
• Provide pricing on all mortgage renewals to ensure profitability and consistency.
• Serve as escalation point for Brokers and Business Development Managers.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and flexible benefits
• Employer-paid retirement savings program
• Employee-exclusive discounts on travel, insurance, memberships, and more
• Free travel medical insurance for you and your immediate family
• Ongoing professional development
• Flexible work models that make sense for your lifestyle, including our four-day work week option.
• Accommodations for all applicants with disabilities in all stages of the recruitment process.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree