Bilingual Senior Officer, Securitization

Job Requisition ID: 12319

Position Status: Permanent Full Time

Position Type: Hybrid

Office Location: Toronto (ON); Montreal (QC); Ottawa (ON)

Travel Requirement: Limited

Language Designation: Bilingual

Language Skill Levels (Read/Write/Speak): CBC

Security Requirement: Reliability Status

Salary: Our salaries generally range from $ 73555.31 to $ 91944.14 and are based on qualifications and experience.

About CMHC

The work you do and the work we do together matters. We come to work every day with a common purpose: to contribute to a well-functioning housing system.

At CMHC, we hold ourselves accountable for our results and support our colleagues in their achievements. We thrive on collaboration, connecting across CMHC and involving the right people to get our work done. Our leadership style is guided by trust, where our leaders favour an adaptive approach based on the needs of their teams.

Join us and be part of a team that's committed to making a real difference and be part of something meaningful.

What’s in it for you

We’ve got the purpose, the people and the perks you need for a fulfilling career. Here’s the comprehensive and generous benefits you get when you’re a permanent employee:

• 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.

About the role

Join the Securitization Operations team, in the Bilingual Senior Officer, Securitization Programs position, where you will oversee the efficient operation of the National Housing Act Mortgage-Backed Securities (NHA MBS) pooling process and the administration of all outstanding securitization pools for the portfolio of Issuers and ensure that securitization programs are administered in a manner consistent with government regulations and program policies. You will monitor pools and activities to ensure that administration practices comply with program guidelines.

What you’ll do:

• Approve requests from lssuers to issue NHA MBS in accordance with policies, guidelines and delegated authorities.
• Ensure all requirements are met with respect to mortgage eligibility and pool criteria; ensures all documentation has been received by CMHC and/or external service provider(s), as applicable.
• Review Issuer monthly accounting reports for accuracy and compliance with program guidelines, taking actions as and where appropriate.
• Analyze and resolve more complex cases of mortgage ineligibility, make recommendations and negotiate with both internal and external clients to determine if any action can be taken to support the inclusion of the loan in the MBS pool.
• Ensure Issuer compliance with the annual documentation submission requirements and guidelines of NHA MBS Program.
• Provide expert advice, guidance and clarifications on policy and procedural guidance to Approved Issuers and Service providers.
• Provide onboarding support for new Issuers.
• Suggest improvements to NHA MBS systems and processes.

What you should have:

• An undergraduate degree in a related field such as business administration, economics or finance, or an equivalent combination of related education and experience.
• A minimum of three years of related work experience.
• A good understanding of financial instruments and processes, particularly mortgages and mortgage loan underwriting.
• A thorough understanding of CMHC's securitization programs and associated processes.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills.
• A demonstrated ability to take initiative and work effectively without close supervision.

It would be great if you also had:

• A professional licence, designation or certificate in a related field.
• A professional accounting designation would be an asset.

Posting closing date: Note, the competition will remain active until filled.

Our commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion

We’re committed to employment equity and encourage women, Indigenous Peoples, persons with disabilities, veterans and persons of all races, ethnicities, religions, abilities, sexual orientations, and gender identities and expressions to apply. We also welcome applications from non-Canadians who are eligible to work in Canada.

CMHC is an inclusive workplace where diversity of thought – and of people – are recognized, valued, and considered essential to achieving our mission.

Learn more about our commitment to diversity and inclusion

What happens after you apply

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If you applied before and you were not successful don’t worry – we're always posting new positions, so don’t hesitate to give it another shot. We’re excited to see what you bring to the table this time around!