SBL Business Development Officer

The SBL Business Development Officer role is focused on building and managing a high-quality portfolio of SBA loans while driving business growth through strong relationship management and market development.

Communities of Interest

• United States

Responsibilities

• Developing and maintaining a consistent pipeline of high-quality SBA loan opportunities through networking, marketing activities, and relationship building.
• Promoting lending solutions by communicating competitive advantages and value propositions to prospective borrowers and partners.
• Managing the full loan origination process, including lead follow-up, document collection, financial review, and customer support.
• Maintaining accurate pipeline reporting and providing activity updates to leadership.
• Applying knowledge of SBA lending guidelines, eligibility requirements, and credit standards to identify suitable opportunities.
• Preparing loan packages, financial spreads, and credit summaries to support underwriting decisions.
• Collaborating with borrowers, underwriters, and closing teams to collect required documentation and ensure smooth loan processing.
• Maintaining secure handling of confidential borrower information and complying with all applicable regulatory requirements.
• Building productive relationships with clients, referral sources, internal teams, and other stakeholders.
• Supporting additional business initiatives and responsibilities as needed.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Finance, Accounting, or a related field, or equivalent relevant experience.
• 5+ years of successful SBA loan origination experience.
• Proven ability to generate business through sales, networking, and relationship management.
• Strong understanding of SBA Standard Operating Procedures (SOP), loan eligibility criteria, and lending requirements.
• Experience with loan analysis, financial spreading, and credit underwriting principles.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and client service skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities while maintaining accuracy, compliance, and attention to detail.

Benefits

• Competitive base salary plus bonus opportunities.
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance coverage.
• 401(k) retirement plan.
• Health Savings Account (HSA) and Flexible Spending Account (FSA) options.
• Paid vacation and sick time.
• Paid holidays.
• Paid parental leave.
• Tuition reimbursement opportunities.
• Additional employee benefits and perks.