Commercial Underwriting Specialist

Attendance

On-Site

Job number

31509

Category

Intermediate Professional

Status: Permanent

Type of Contract

Permanent

Schedule: Full-Time

Full Time / Part Time?

Full-Time

Posting date

06-Mar-2026

Area(s) of interest: Advisory services, Commercial banking

Location(s): Vancouver

A career as an Commercial Underwriting Specialist in the Commercial Banking team at National Bank is to act as a credit structuring and underwriting specialist who supports client success and risk management. This job allows you to have a positive impact on the organization through your financial analysis skills, attention to detail, and proactive approach to credit and client service.

Your role:

Perform credit underwriting for new and existing borrowing clients, supporting the sales team with timely and effective credit submissions.
Analyze financial statements, industry trends, and economic conditions to assess the viability of commercial lending opportunities.
Manage daily operational and administrative interactions with clients to ensure exceptional service delivery.
Provide risk recommendations and ensure adherence to lending protocols and due diligence practices.
Collaborate with sales and credit teams to deliver competitive, full-service banking solutions.
Contribute to continuous improvement and support branch success through proactive learning.

Your team

Within the Commercial Banking sector, you are part of a team of credit professionals and relationship managers, reporting to the Manager, Portfolio Management. Our team values collaboration, precision, and a commitment to client success. We offer flexible work arrangements, a supportive environment, and strong opportunities for professional growth.
Our training programs include hands-on learning, financial analysis tools, and peer support to help you master your role and build a career in commercial banking.
Basic requirements
Hold a diploma in Business Administration or equivalent experience, ideally with 2+ years of experience in banking or commercial lending.
Proven skills in financial statement analysis and commercial credit underwriting.
Familiarity with credit tools such as Moody’s Financial Analyst.
Highly organized, driven, and eager to build a career in financial services.
Strong computer proficiency and a commitment to continuous learning.

Requirements:

University degree in Business Administration or a related discipline, or an equivalent combination of education and experience, preferably with 2+ years of experience in commercial banking or commercial lending.
Demonstrated expertise in financial statement analysis and commercial credit adjudication.
Proficiency with credit analysis tools and platforms, including Moody’s Analytics (Financial Analyst) or comparable systems.
Highly organized, self-motivated professional with a strong interest in building a long-term career in the financial services industry.
Strong computer literacy and a demonstrated commitment to continuous learning and professional development.

Languages:

English

Skills

Commercial Lending Communication Diversity & Inclusion Driving Results Emotional Intelligence Teamwork Underwriting Accountability Client-focused Empathy Initiative Learning Agility Resiliency

Your benefits

In addition to competitive compensation, upon hiring you’ll be eligible for a wide range of flexible benefits to help promote your wellbeing and that of your family.

* Health and wellness program, including many options

* Flexible group insurance

* Generous pension plan

* Employee Share Ownership Plan

* Employee and Family Assistance Program

* Preferential banking services

* Opportunities to get involved in community initiatives

* Telemedicine service

* Virtual sleep clinic

These are a few of the benefits available to you. We have an offer that keeps up with trends as well as your needs and those of your family. 

Our dynamic work environments and cutting-edge collaboration tools foster a positive employee experience. We actively listen to employees’ ideas. Whether through our surveys or programs, regular feedback and ongoing communication is encouraged.

We're putting people first

We're a bank on a human scale that stands out for its courage, entrepreneurial culture, and passion for people.   Our mission is to have a positive impact on peoples' lives. Our core values of partnership, agility, and empowerment inspire us, and inclusivity is central to our commitments. We offer a barrier-free workplace that is accessible to all employees. 

We want our recruitment process to be fully accessible. If you require accommodation, feel free to let us know during your first conversations with us. We welcome all candidates! What can you bring to our team?

Come live your ambitions with us!

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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.

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?