Mortgage Administrator

As a trusted partner to advisors, at Manulife Bank, we deliver sophisticated lending solutions and financial strategies that don’t just grow wealth, they amplify it. Built on a foundation of excellence and driven by bold innovation, we empower advisors to deepen relationships, unlock potential, and redefine success for their clients. We’re looking for visionaries who understand where banking is headed; those who can blend the precision of complex financial products with the possibilities of cutting-edge technology. Join us, and be part of a team where banking drives extraordinary outcomes. Primarily responsible for the administering of routine residential mortgage portfolio from new loan inception to instructions to notaries. In addition to preparing and processing all mortgage-related transactions and documents, this position requires a high degree of efficiency and organization. Position Responsibilities Set up and administer new mortgage business, including processing related financial transactions, while following bank policies and standards for required information and documentation. Address routine queries and promptly respond to and resolve inquiries from internal partners, providing excellent customer service and maintaining collaborative relationships with internal departments. Apply strong decision-making and problem-solving skills to influence decisions and maintain accountability for workload and responsiveness, ensuring expectations and standards are met or surpassed in a timely manner. Contribute to the team by supporting urgent deadlines, handling unexpected increased volumes, and liaising with the Mortgage Origination and Sales Teams. Identify continuous improvement opportunities, share ideas for enhancements and efficiencies, and assist with their implementation. Ensure the client experience is a priority. Required Qualifications: General knowledge of residential mortgage business and mortgage underwriting practices. Knowledge of mortgage-related provincial legislation Sound knowledge of MS Office programs, such as Word and Excel Preferred Qualifications: Previous Banking experience is an asset Excellent customer service skills Strong interpersonal skills Excellent written and oral communication skills Proven organization and time management skills Strong attention to detail Ability to work in a high-volume, fast-paced environment Ability to understand and correctly interpret legal mortgage documents Strong Team player Willing to work flexible hours during peak season. When you join our team: We’ll empower you to learn and grow the career you want. We’ll recognize and support you in a flexible environment where well-being and inclusion are more than just words. As part of our global team, we’ll support you in shaping the future you want to see. The role being advertised is an existing vacancy. About Manulife and John Hancock Manulife Financial Corporation is a leading international financial services provider, helping people make their decisions easier and lives better. To learn more about us, visit https://www.manulife.com/en/about/our-story.html . Manulife is an Equal Opportunity Employer At Manulife/John Hancock, we embrace our diversity. We strive to attract, develop and retain a workforce that is as diverse as the customers we serve and to foster an inclusive work environment that embraces the strength of cultures and individuals. We are committed to fair recruitment, retention, advancement and compensation, and we administer all of our practices and programs without discrimination on the basis of race, ancestry, place of origin, colour, ethnic origin, citizenship, religion or religious beliefs, creed, sex (including pregnancy and pregnancy-related conditions), sexual orientation, genetic characteristics, veteran status, gender identity, gender expression, age, marital status, family status, disability, or any other ground protected by applicable law. It is our priority to remove barriers to provide equal access to employment. A Human Resources representative will work with applicants who request a reasonable accommodation during the application process. All information shared during the accommodation request process will be stored and used in a manner that is consistent with applicable laws and Manulife/John Hancock policies. To request a reasonable accommodation in the application process, contact [email protected] . Referenced Salary Location Waterloo, Ontario Working Arrangement Remote Salary range is expected to be between $43,875.00 CAD - $73,125.00 CAD Employees also have the opportunity to participate in incentive programs and earn incentive compensation tied to business and individual performance. The actual salary will vary depending on local market conditions, geography and relevant job-related factors such as knowledge, skills, qualifications, experience, and education/training. If you are applying for this role outside of the primary location, please contact [email protected] for the salary range for your location. Manulife offers eligible employees a wide array of customizable benefits, including health, dental, mental health, vision, short- and long-term disability, life and AD&D insurance coverage, adoption/surrogacy and wellness benefits, and employee/family assistance plans. We also offer eligible employees various retirement savings plans (including pension and a global share ownership plan with employer matching contributions) and financial education and counseling resources. Our generous paid time off program in Canada includes holidays, vacation, personal, and sick days, and we offer the full range of statutory leaves of absence. If you are applying for this role in the U.S., please contact [email protected] for more information about U.S.-specific paid time off provisions. We use data and analytics technologies, such as artificial intelligence (AI), and automated processing tools, to analyze and process the information you provide to us or third parties in the application process. For more information, please refer to our personal information collection statement .