SBA/Commercial Lender Urgently Needed!

Job Description

This role requires a relationshipdriven lender with strong credit skills, deep knowledge of SBA lending programs, and a passion for empowering minorityowned and emerging businesses.

Key Responsibilities

SBA Lending & Portfolio Management

• Originate, structure, and close SBA 7(a), SBA 504, and SBA Express loans in accordance with SBA SOPs and the banks credit policies.
• Analyze financial statements, tax returns, projections, and collateral to assess creditworthiness and determine appropriate loan structures.
• Prepare complete and compliant loan packages for underwriting, approval, and SBA submission.
• Manage an active pipeline and ensure timely movement from application to closing.
• Monitor portfolio performance, maintain strong borrower relationships, and support clients through the life of the loan.
• Ensure all SBA eligibility, documentation, and reporting requirements are met to protect the SBA guaranty.

Business Development

• Identify and cultivate relationships with small businesses, minorityowned enterprises, community organizations, CPAs, attorneys, real estate brokers, and referral partners.
• Represent Unity at business events, chambers of commerce, minority business councils, and SBAaffiliated organizations.
• Develop strategies to grow SBA loan volume in underserved and emerging markets.
• Promote Unity’s mission and lending capabilities to entrepreneurs seeking access to capital.

Community Engagement

• Partner with community groups, nonprofits, and economic development organizations to expand awareness of SBA programs and financial resources.
• Participate in financial literacy workshops, small business seminars, and community outreach events aligned with Unity’s CRA and missiondriven goals.
• Serve as an ambassador for the banks commitment to economic inclusion and small business empowerment.

CrossFunctional Collaboration


Work closely with Credit, Loan Operations, Compliance, and Senior Management to ensure smooth processing and highquality credit decisions.

• Provide guidance to internal teams on SBA requirements, program updates, and best practices.
• Collaborate with Marketing to highlight success stories and promote the banks SBA lending initiatives.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Finance, Accounting, or related field; equivalent experience considered.
• 3-7 years of SBA lending experience, preferably in a community bank environment.
• Strong knowledge of SBA 7(a), 504, and Express programs, SBA SOPs, and eligibility requirements.
• Proven ability to analyze financial statements, assess credit risk, and structure complex loan requests.
• Demonstrated success in business development and relationship management.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and presentation skills.
• Commitment to the banks mission of serving underserved communities and supporting minorityowned businesses.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet production goals.

Key Competencies

• Credit analysis and financial acumen
• SBA program expertise
• Relationship building and networking
• Community engagement and cultural competence
• Strong attention to detail and compliance discipline
• Strategic thinking and problemsolving
• Resultsdriven mindset

For additional information please contact Chris Popp directly at View phone number on click.appcast.io. Resumes may be confidentially sent to View email address on click.appcast.io.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, age, color, sex (including pregnancy), religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, military status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable laws or regulations. GPAC (Growing People and Companies) is an award-winning search firm specializing in placing quality professionals within multiple industries across the United States since 1990. We are extremely competitive, client-focused and realize that our value is in our ability to deliver the right solutions at the right time.