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Senior Underwriter, Commercial Portfolio Management

Attendance
Hybrid
Job number
32442
Status: Permanent
Type of Contract
Permanent
Country
Canada
Schedule: Full-Time 
Full Time / Part Time?
Full-Time
Posting date
14-Apr-2026
Area(s) of interest: Advisory services, Commercial banking
Location(s): Calgary

A career as a Senior Underwriter, Commercial Portfolio Management in the Commercial Banking team at National Bank is to act as a credit expert and trusted advisor. This job allows you to have a positive impact on the organization through your expertise in credit underwriting, risk management, and client relationship support.

 Your Job

  • Ensure timely and effective credit underwriting for new and existing borrowing clients.
  • Meet the objectives of prudent risk management, client satisfaction, and portfolio growth.
  • Realize full-service client solutions by collaborating with internal teams and leveraging financial analysis.
  • Make sure you apply sound credit structuring and risk evaluation aligned with internal and regulatory standards.
  • Influence client outcomes by acting as the primary contact for daily operations and inquiries.
  • Identify opportunities to enhance client experience and support business development.

 Your Team

Within the Commercial Banking sector, you are part of a team of dedicated professionals, and you report to the Manager, Commercial Portfolio Management. Our team stands out for its collaborative spirit, technical expertise, and strong client focus. We ultimately aim to offer you a supportive and engaging work environment. This notably means:

  • An onsite work setting that fosters collaboration and real-time support.
  • On-the-job learning to help you master your role.
  • Personalized training on banking solutions and advisory practices.
  • Access to colleagues with diverse expertise and backgrounds.
  • Ongoing development opportunities to support your career growth.

 Basic Requirements

  • Min. 2+ years of underwriting experience in commercial lending.
  • Hold a Bachelor’s degree in commerce, finance, or accounting (or equivalent experience).
  • Have 3+ years of experience in business banking, commercial lending, or financial services.
  • Knowledge of credit underwriting, financial analysis, and risk management.
  • Experience in client relationship management and commercial portfolio support.
  • Strong organizational and technical skills with a desire for continuous learning.
  • Available to travel locally to support client engagement and market development.
Languages:
English

Skills

Communication Diversity & Inclusion Emotional Intelligence Teamwork Accountability Client-focused Empathy Initiative

Why work at National Bank?

For an environment that supports your career path

There are many varied opportunities for you to progress and develop, and move ahead in your career. This includes on-the-job learning and training, co-development and pairing with other employees, professional support and mentoring, internal career days or discussion forums with our leaders.

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For an inclusive and diverse environment

We foster inclusion in an environment where each person’s unique qualities, whether visible or invisible, are celebrated and valued. We welcome all candidates! What can you bring to our team?

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