Account Manager, Construction Finance (ACLP)

Account Manager, Construction Finance (ACLP)

Halifax, Nova Scotia

Salary Range: $95,000 - $120,000/year

CMLS Financial is looking for a Construction Finance Account Manager to join our ACLP (CMHC’s Apartment Construction Loan Program) team in our Halifax office. Under this mandate, CMLS provides project specific underwriting, structuring, loan recommendations, and loan advance administration for a federally funded national purpose-built multi-residential affordable housing program. Specific activities include loan structuring, obtaining investor approval, loan advance support and monitoring throughout the construction period

About the Role:

• Actively manage and underwrite ACLP lending opportunities sourced by CMHC
• Act as the Primary Contact/ liaison between the CMHC ACLP underwriting team and the borrowers/developers
• Prepare credit submissions for recommendation to CMLS Credit Committee, as well as documentation to meet all the conditions precedent required to fund the loans
• Prepare on-going construction loan draws, cross-referencing budgets, and ensuring applicable undertakings are satisfied per the loan Commitment Letter
• Other administrative duties including Portfolio Management, Credit reviews and providing guidance on process and procedure to prospective ACLP applicants.

This role is for you if you have:

• You have completed an undergraduate degree in one of the following concentrations: business administration, accounting, finance, or real estate
• A passion for real estate and at least 5 years of experience in construction finance and/or commercial mortgage underwriting
• Previous experience dealing directly with borrowers/developers
• Possess strong interpersonal relationship building, negotiation, conflict management and presentation skills
• Proven ability to work both independently and collaboratively with a team within a fast paced, deadline driven environment
• Ability to take ownership of your work and demonstrate a high degree of accountability and commitment at all times
• Very results-driven and possess strong organizational skills with a high attention to detail
• You are looking for career growth within a well-established commercial mortgage lender

Benefits and Perks

Some of the benefits we offer at CMLS are:

• Health and Wellness Spending Accounts
• Health, Drug, Vision, and Dental benefits
• Paid vacation, sick days, and personal days (in addition to all civil and statutory holidays)
• RRSP Matching Program
• Maternity / Parental Leave Top Up Program
• Discounted gym memberships
• Travel assistance and EAP
• Business Casual dress code
• And more!

Who are we?

Established in 1974, CMLS Financial is the leading provider of capital solutions for commercial property owners, developers and real estate investors. We have over 45 years of experience, 20,000 clients, $25 billion in assets under administration, and offices coast to coast. Some of Canada's most prominent banks, investment managers, insurance companies, and pension funds rely on CMLS Financial for a variety of critically important mortgage services. What sets us apart is our customer forward approach. Building on our solid foundation of financial strength and experience, we continue to deliver unparalleled capital solutions for all our clients needs.

You will love working here

Employees tell us that they love that we strike the balance in creating an incredibly professional, yet dynamic and enjoyable corporate culture. We work in a fluid and fast-paced environment that is supportive of energetic and motivated individuals who pride themselves on being flexible and results-driven. Business is booming and that means that our employees get valuable exposure, lots of learning opportunities, and can truly have an impact on our business. We are committed to providing our people with a challenging and rewarding career because our employees are what set us apart and we know it.

Equal Opportunity Employer

CMLS Financial is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. We are pleased to consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veterans status, Aboriginal/Native American status or any other legally-protected factors. Disability-related accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.

We want to hear from you!

If you are confident that you would be a strong asset to our team, submit both a cover letter and resume today! We thank all applicants for their time in applying, however we will only contact those selected for an interview. Consideration of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.