Associate Regional Director – Commercial Origination

EQ Bank | Equitable Bank

Associate Regional Director originating and structuring commercial real estate loans for Equitable Bank. Managing partner relationships, loan pipelines, credit documentation, and site inspections in Montreal.

Posted 8/5/2026full-timeMontreal • 🇨🇦 CanadaLeadWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in commercial mortgage transactions, including loan origination, analysis, and compliance with lending guidelines. Proficient in financial statement analysis and regulatory knowledge, with strong communication and customer service skills.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Commercial Mortgage ExperienceCredit SkillsFinancial Statement AnalysisReal Estate Secured Lending KnowledgeMicrosoft Office Proficiency

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Hard Skills

Loan OriginationLoan StructuringFinancial Ratio AnalysisRegulatory ComplianceAnalytical Skills

Soft Skills

Problem-Solving SkillsTime ManagementCustomer Service FocusTeam OrientationCommunication Skills

Tools & Technologies

Microsoft WordMicrosoft ExcelMicrosoft PowerPoint

Industry Keywords

Commercial Real EstateAML RegulationsATF RegulationsBank PoliciesBusiness Development

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Originate, analyze, and structure new loan opportunities across commercial real estate asset classes
Ensure transactions comply with lending guidelines, ROE requirements, and Bank policies and procedures
Prepare loan summaries before LOI or AOT issuance when required, for review and senior credit management presentation
Promote Equitable Bank and CFG brands through broker and industry events
Act as a customer advocate for brokers, partners, and clients
Communicate daily with Commercial Originations, credit, and funding teams
Manage the loan pipeline to meet prescribed deadlines
Travel for industry events, customer presentations, and site inspections
Assist with originating commercial mortgage transactions greater than $5,000,000
Issue Letters of Interest and Acknowledgment of Terms and complete site inspections

Requirements

What you’ll need

Post-secondary education (diploma/degree), preferably in business or finance, is required
Minimum 3 years of commercial mortgage experience as an analyst, account manager, or underwriter
Proficient credit skills
Sound knowledge of real estate secured lending and regulatory and macroeconomic factors affecting the commercial mortgage market
Excellent working knowledge of Microsoft Office, primarily Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
Effective analytical and problem-solving skills
Solid understanding of financial statements and financial ratio analysis
Working knowledge of AML/ATF regulations and corporate/legal documentation for commercial mortgages
Strong organization and time management skills, with the ability to handle multiple competing priorities
Commitment to strengthening business development, negotiation, and presentation skills
Ability to work independently in a team environment
Highly developed verbal and written communication skills
Strong customer service focus, industry knowledge, and team orientation
Successful completion of a criminal background check and credit check required for hire

Benefits

Comp & perks

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