Job Description

Join a Challenger

At EQ, we're remaking banking so every Canadian gets ahead, every day. Serving nearly 4 million Canadians from coast to coast, we offer a wide variety of financial services from banking and lending, to trust and credit union solutions.

We've been at this since 1970, challenging the conventions of traditional banking with smarter, faster, and more connected financial experiences.

What's kept us moving? The people behind it all: challengers who ask better questions, push back on old assumptions, and look for a better way forward.

If you're driven to help reshape how banking works for Canadians and the businesses that power our economy, this could be your next big opportunity. We can’t wait to get to know you!

We can’t wait to get to know you!

The Bilingual Residential Mortgage Funder is responsible for reviewing legal documents and taking loans through to funding. This includes following up for outstanding documents, advising the Closing Service Provider of any amendments or changes required to complete the file and preparing mortgage advance cheques.

Main activities

Knowledge/Skill Requirements

Job Complexities/Thinking Challenges

The incumbent is responsible for ensuring loans are carried successfully through to funding. Files at this level are usually of moderate complexity but can become complex at times and require careful attention to detail. The incumbent is required to follow EQB guidelines in order to work through files efficiently and accurately however, many situations can arise that differ from the norm and the incumbent must be experienced enough to deal with these situations.

Accountability

The incumbent operates under direct management and their work is monitored by management. Regular decision making pertaining to file management and maintenance is required and supplemented by procedures that limit the possibility for errors to occur. The incumbent is responsible for approving the release of mortgage funds and must be capable of checking files accurately and efficiently.

The role will have a substantial impact on the success of the Single Family Residential department in reaching its strategic goals and other departmental objectives.

Key Internal and External Contacts

The Incumbent is required to communicate daily with the Manager of Residential Funding, the Underwriting Team as well as members of the Quality Assurance Team, the Compliance Team, and other departmental staff. Daily communication with the Closing Service Provider is also required.

Physical Demands/Working Conditions

Normal office environment with moderate, job related pressure related to fixed closing dates, uncooperative solicitors, absence of required documentation and obtaining signed cheques in time to meet funding deadlines.

Individuals in this role must be available to work at month end due to very busy closing dates. Vacations during this time period will not be accepted.

Equitable Bank is an equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from all qualified candidates. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process. All candidates considered for hire must successfully pass a criminal background check and credit check to qualify for hire. While we appreciate your interest in applying, an Equitable recruiter

What we offer [For full-time permanent roles]

💰 Competitive discretionary bonus

✨ Market leading RRSP match program

🩺 Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability benefits

📝 Employee Share Purchase Plan

👶🏽 Maternity/Parental top-up while you care for your little one

🏝 Generous vacation policy and personal days

🖥 Virtual events to connect with your fellow colleagues

🎓 Professional development and comprehensive Career Development program

💛 A fulfilling opportunity to join one of the top FinTechs and help create a new kind of banking experience

Equity, Diversity & Inclusion

EQ is committed to building an inclusive, accessible environment where every employee feels valued, respected, and supported. We believe our organization is stronger — and our people thrive — when we honour and celebrate diverse experiences, identities, and perspectives. We’re equally committed to supporting your growth, both professionally and personally.

We provide a barrier‑free recruitment process and work environment. If you require accommodations at any stage, we will work with you to ensure you can bring your best self to the process and beyond.

As part of our recruitment process, EQ uses AI to help screen, assess, and/or select applicants for this position. All AI-enabled outputs are reviewed and validated by our talent team. All candidates considered for hire must successfully complete a criminal background check and credit check. While we appreciate every application, an EQ recruiter will contact only those whose skills and experience most closely match the requirements of the role.

EQB Inc. (TSX: EQB) is the parent company of Equitable Bank, the country's seventh-largest Schedule I bank by assets, which operates EQ Bank, Canada's Challenger Bank™. EQB Inc. serves nearly 4 million Canadians and manages approximately $150 billion in combined assets under management and administration.

To learn more, visit eqb.investorroom.com and eqbank.ca.