Associate - Residential Property

High Net Worth Residential Fee Earner

Holmes & Hills

JOB VACANCY THE ROLE   Due to expansion we have a very rare and exciting opportunity for an experienced Residential Solicitor or Chartered Legal Executive at Associate level and above to join our Private Wealth Team primarily based in our Marks Tey office.   This role is a unique opportunity to deal with high net worth clients and transactions; taking on high quality  and complex matters.  In the Private Wealth Team we take on less work than the “average”  conveyancer, for higher fees; our focus is delivering outstanding client care and service consistently.     You will work alongside a Partner, Senior Solicitor and Paralegal dealing with a broad range of residential property matters.  You will be located in our Private Client Hub, working alongside the wider Private Wealth Team consisting of Private Client and Family colleagues.   The ethos of the Private Wealth Team is to offer a bespoke legal experience; we offer a professional and friendly service tailored to our clients personal needs.  Our reputation means a great deal and you will be joining a small team that really value delivering outstanding, unrivalled client service levels on every matter.   You will have the opportunity as part of the Private Wealth Team to be actively involved in our business development and marketing strategy, including taking part in our annual Private Wealth Seminar, and writing articles for our bi-annual Private Wealth Briefings that are distributed to our high net worth clients and contacts, along with other marketing opportunities with local estate agents and third party contacts.   This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced residential property lawyer to build on and expand our existing caseload and create their own brand within a well established leading Law Firm in Essex.  The role offers the chance of progression, management responsibilities (if desired), and to work within a small collaborative team in a friendly atmosphere.   This is an excellent time to join H&H; having invested heavily in our growth over the last few years, we are now in a very strong position to continue to prosper and succeed.  The Private Wealth Team is a relatively new team within H&H and this role offers an exciting opportunity for the right individual.   KEY RESPONSIBILITIES    Day to day task responsibility:- * Managing your own caseload of around 60-80 “active” files (based on full time hours) from commencement to completion (including post-completion) with support and assistance from Paralegal and Wider Business Support Team; * Providing quotes to new clients; including being their first point of contact, establishing relationship from the start; * File progression as and when required; including preparing title and search reports, raising enquiries etc; * Exchanging and completing files; * Advising clients throughout transaction; and * Liasing with other side’s lawyers, estate agents and other professionals.   WHAT SKILLS & EXPERIENCE DO I NEED? * Ideally you will be a qualified Solicitor or Chartered Legal Executive with at least 3/4 years experience in residential property law.  You should be confident in managing your own caseload with little supervision.   * You will have a proven track record of creating and building relationships with third parties and clients and maintaining the same over time. * You must be confident and competent in technical aspects of residential property law, not just the process itself. * You must be able to build your own caseload and contacts, together with support from the Private Wealth Team. * Exceptional client care * Team player * Excellent communication skills; including ability to network * Self-motivated; able to work under pressure whilst remaining calm and prioritising workloads. * Commercially aware   Desirable Experience * Experience of dealing with complex residential transactions, such as but not exclusively i.e. Deeds of Easements, Transfers of Part, unregistered land, Grade II Listed Buildings and private drainage systems.    WHAT ARE WE OFFER * Competitive salary and attractive bonus scheme  * A supportive, flexible, and relaxed working environment  * The opportunity to join an experienced and growing team  * 28 days’ annual leave plus bank holidays  * Medicash cashback scheme after one year’s service  * Life insurance cover  * Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) and wellbeing support services, including 24/7 virtual GP access  * Enhanced family-friendly policies, including maternity and paternity pay and family events leave  * Company sick pay  * Cycle to Work scheme  If you are looking to join a firm where you can build a long-term career in a supportive and progressive environment, we would love to hear from you.

Associate Mortgage Underwriter, Third-Party Residential Underwriting-BMBE

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We are hiring an Associate Mortgage Underwriter, Third Party Residential Underwriting - BMBE! Reporting To: Manager, Third Party Residential Underwriting-BMBE Full-Time/Part- Time Full-time Salary Range: $50,000 – $65,000 Posting Date: July 17, 2026 Closing Date: August 14, 2026 Hours of Work: 8:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. Grade: Office Location:      8.7 Montreal, QC Great location! Steps away from the main public transit station What we offer: Highly competitive compensation package which includes base salary, bonus, benefits, and career advancement opportunities! *Eligibility for benefits is dependent on the terms of employment           This position requires linguistic fluency.  Priority will be given to candidates completely fluent in English and French.   The Opportunity:   Reporting to the Manager, Third Party Residential Underwriting - BMBE, the Associate Mortgage Underwriter supports the underwriting and credit decision process by reviewing all required documentation and applying sound due diligence.  The Associate Mortgage Underwriter is responsible for escalating any inaccuracies, issues, or items that are incomplete and potentially present risk to the Company.                                       How you will contribute:     * Establishes and maintains positive relationships with mortgage brokers to build loyalty to the Company * Maintains positive relationships with external partners such as mortgage insurers, appraisers, title insurance companies, and notaries * Interacts with mortgage brokers for the collection of all required documents to satisfy mortgage commitment conditions * Reviews and verifies accuracy of required documentation related to income, down payment and the property using sound due diligence and in compliance with internal and regulatory guidelines prior to satisfying any mortgage conditions or documents, where applicable * Escalates any documentation issues to the Underwriter for review and sign off * Documents clear and complete notes within the mortgage underwriting system * Responds to all inquiries within established turnaround times * Adhere to policies/procedures to ensure AML requirements are met     The experience you need:   * Completed post-secondary education or equivalent work experience required * Previous experience within Financial Services sector preferred * Previous experience within Mortgage industry an asset * Working knowledge of PC software in a Windows environment required * Ability to build and maintain positive relationships * Strong aptitude for service excellence * Strong communication skills—both written and verbal in French and English   * Ability to deal with conflict * Analytical skills * Attention to detail * Strong organizational and time management skills * Positive team player * Fully competent in working with basic PC software and working knowledge of the suite of Microsoft office products * Ability to manage pressure in an environment of high-volume processing with tight turnaround times * Bilingualism (French, English) required - interactions with English-speaking customers or partners     Working Environment and Physical Demands Analysis:   * Office environment * Periods of high volume with tight timelines * Long periods of stationary position/sitting * Prolonged periods of repetitive movement (i.e. using a keyboard and mouse) * Long periods of time in viewing a computer screen * Multi-tasking may include speaking to customers on a telephone call while looking up information on a computer program     Why join First National:   * Competitive Compensation * Comprehensive benefits program (i.e., Health Spending Account, Maternity and Parental Leave Top Up) * Extensive training programs to set our employees up for success * Modern office environment conducive to collaboration * Supportive teamwork culture * Opportunities to give back to the communities and work through events focused on a variety of charities * Ongoing social events throughout the year   The team you’ll join: Founded in 1988, First National is one of Canada’s largest non-bank lenders. We provide residential mortgages exclusively through the mortgage broker channel and we are Canada’s largest commercial mortgage lender. First National has been consistently recognized as a great place to work and we are proud that our employee engagement feedback is higher than our industry partners.     We would like to thank all applications for their interest in this existing vacancy but only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.   Artificial Intelligence is not used in our recruitment or hiring process for this role.   First National is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and is committed to diversity and inclusion regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, age, gender identity, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation and any other category protected by law.   First National supports requests for accommodation from applicants with disabilities; please contact Human Resources at accessibility@firstnational.ca should you need an accommodation at any point in the recruitment process.   #FNUWQC

Associate Mortgage Underwriter, Third Party Residential Underwriting - BMBE

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We are hiring an Associate Mortgage Underwriter, Third Party Residential Underwriting - BMBE! Reporting To: Manager, Third Party Residential Underwriting Full-Time/Part- Time: Full-time Salary Range: $50,000-$65,000 Posting Date: July 17 2026 Closing Date: August 14, 2026  Target Start Date: October 2026 Hours of Work: 8:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. Grade: Office Location:      8.7 Vancouver, BC Great location! Steps away from the main public transit station What we offer: Highly competitive compensation package which includes, base salary, bonus, benefits, and career advancement opportunities! *Eligibility for benefits is dependent on the terms of employment   The Opportunity   Reporting to the Manager, Third Party Residential Underwriting, the Associate Mortgage Underwriter supports the underwriting and credit decision process by reviewing all required documentation and applying sound due diligence.  The Associate Mortgage Underwriter is responsible for escalating any inaccuracies, issues, or items that are incomplete and potentially present risk to the Company.     The Third Party Residential Underwriting Division, as a Division of First National Financial provides underwriting expertise and services on behalf of other financial institutions to the Canadian Mortgage Broker channel. How you will contribute:   * Establishes and maintains positive relationships with mortgage brokers to build loyalty to the Company * Maintains positive relationships with external partners such as mortgage insurers, appraisers, title insurance companies, and solicitors * Interacts with mortgage brokers for the collection of all required documents to satisfy mortgage commitment conditions * Reviews and verifies accuracy of required documentation related to income, down payment and the property using sound due diligence and in compliance with internal and regulatory guidelines prior to signing off on any mortgage conditions or documents, where applicable * Escalates any documentation issues to the Underwriter for review and sign off * Documents clear and complete notes within the mortgage underwriting system * Responds to all inquiries within established turnaround times * Adhere to policies/procedures to ensure AML requirements are met.   The experience you need: * Strong aptitude for service excellence * Ability to build and maintain positive relationships * Strong communication skills—both written and verbal * Ability to deal with conflict * Analytical skills * Attention to detail * Strong organizational and time management skills * Positive team player * Fully competent in working with basic PC software and working knowledge of the suite of Microsoft office products * Ability to manage pressure in an environment of high volume processing with tight turnaround times   Working Environment and Physical Demands Analysis: * Office environment * Periods of high volume with tight timelines * Long periods of stationary position/sitting * Prolonged periods of repetitive movement (i.e. using a keyboard and mouse) * Long periods of time in viewing a computer screen * Multi-tasking may include speaking to customers on a telephone call while looking up information on a computer program.   Why join First National? * Competitive Compensation * Comprehensive benefits program (i.e., Health Spending Account, Maternity and Parental Leave Top Up) * Extensive training programs to set our employees up for success * Modern office environment conducive to collaboration * Supportive teamwork culture * Opportunities to give back to the communities and work through events focused on a variety of charities * Ongoing social events throughout the year   Skills and Attributes: * Strong aptitude for service excellence * Ability to build and maintain positive relationships * Strong communication skills—both written and verbal * Ability to deal with conflict * Analytical skills * Attention to detail * Strong organizational and time management skills * Positive team player * Fully competent in working with basic PC software and working knowledge of the suite of Microsoft office products * Ability to manage pressure in an environment of high volume processing with tight turnaround times   Key Contacts: External: Mortgage Brokers and Agents, Mortgage Insurers, Appraisers, Solicitors, Title Insurance Companies, Clients and Customers  Internal:  Interdepartmental team members to ensure a fluid and transparent First National customer experience Education/Certification/Experience Requirements: * Completed post-secondary education or equivalent work experience required * Previous experience within Financial Services sector preferred * Previous experience within Mortgage industry an asset * Completion of Mortgage Agent Course and/or BC Financial Services Authority (“BCFSA”) License an asset * Working knowledge of PC software in a Windows environment required    In accordance with the BC Financial Services Authority (“BCFSA”), if a successful candidate is not already licensed, upon starting with First National, they will be registered for the applicable educational courses and upon successful completion of the exam, First National will register them with BCFSA to complete the licensing process. The team you’ll join: Founded in 1988, First National is one of Canada’s largest non-bank lenders. We provide residential mortgages exclusively through the mortgage broker channel and we are Canada’s largest commercial mortgage lender. First National has been consistently recognized as a great place to work and we are proud that our employee engagement feedback is higher than our industry partners.    We would like to thank all applications for their interest in this existing vacancy, but only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.   Artificial Intelligence is not used in our recruitment or hiring process for this role. First National is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and is committed to diversity and inclusion regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, age, gender identity, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation and any other category protected by law.   First National supports requests for accommodation from applicants with disabilities; please contact Human Resources at accessibility@firstnational.ca [accessibility@firstnational.ca] should you need an accommodation at any point in the recruitment process.   # FNUWBC