Senior Specialist, Multi-Unit (housing program)

Job Requisition ID : 10569

Position Status : Temporary Full Time

Position Type : Hybrid

Office Location : Ottawa (ON)

Travel Requirement : Limited

Language Designation : English Essential

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

Salary : Our salaries generally range from $ 99646.37 to $ 124557.97 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.

We have flexibility , in how, when, and where we work, within the boundaries of the business needs and the nature of your role.

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 contract employee :

• Accrued vacation.
• Annual individual performance bonus.
• Group insurance coverage to support your well-being from day one.
• Support torwards your personal and professional growth with training, mentorship and more.
• An inclusive workplace culture and environment.

About the role

Join the Apartment Construction Loan Program, in the role of Specialist, Multi-Unit (housing program). In this position, your financial analysis skills and passion for building strong client relationships will help achieve our government program objectives.

This is a temporary position with a duration of 24 months.

What you’ll do :

• Apply sound judgement and decision-making practices based on complex financial analysis while making recommendations.
• Identify and manage risk by exercising due diligence while reviewing and approving complex requests, monitoring the quality of results and reviewing key performance indicators.
• Provide guidance in the use of technical financial tools, and review requests that are complex, high value or involve significant risk.
• Maintain quality relationships with clients to understand their needs, objectives, and explore opportunities.
• Develop and coach other team members.
• Communicate decisions, interpreting policies and responding to inquiries related to CMHC’s housing programs.
• Implement process improvements for increased efficiencies and enhanced customer experience.
• Manage politically sensitive issues by demonstrating critical thinking, judgment and know-how to find solutions.

What you should have :

• A Bachelor's Degree in Business, Finance, or Commerce and seven (7) years’ experience in construction financing, real estate, financial markets or credit risk analysis for Multi-Unit properties.
• Proven experience in program administration.
• Specialized knowledge of housing financing.
• Expert knowledge of underwriting theories, principles and processes.
• The ability to present ideas in a clear and convincing manner in order to have proposals or plans accepted.
• The ability to motivate others, influence and develop their potential.

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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We’re excited to see what you bring to the table this time around!