SBA LENDER - GPAC

Join a Leading Community Bank as an SBA Lender

We have partnered with a dynamic, community-focused bank committed to providing exceptional service and creating lasting relationships that is currently seeking an ambitious and self-driven SBA Lender to join our growing team. If you’re looking for an opportunity to take your career to the next level while enjoying a supportive work environment that values a healthy work-life balance, we want to hear from you!

Why Join Us?

• Competitive Compensation: Enjoy a highly competitive salary and performance-based incentives.
• Work-Life Balance: We believe in striking a positive balance between work and family life with flexible scheduling options.
• Career Growth: We invest in your professional development and offer clear paths for advancement.

Key Responsibilities

• Generate Loan Opportunities: Independently source and develop nearly 100% of new SBA loan opportunities within your market, leveraging your network and expertise.
• Manage a Robust Portfolio: Build and manage a high-quality SBA loan portfolio within the Southeastern region, driving growth and profitability.
• Originate SBA Loans: Ensure compliance with current SBA regulations while originating loans that meet both customer needs and bank standards.
• Client Relationship Management: Conduct thorough interviews to assess clients' financial status, creditworthiness, and collateral eligibility.
• Streamline Loan Process: Oversee the loan process from origination to closing, ensuring a smooth and efficient experience for clients.
• Cross-Sell and Build Relationships: Promote additional bank products and services, fostering long-term client relationships alongside your loan accounts.
• Collaborate with Leadership: Work closely with senior management to develop and implement strategies that achieve organizational and regional objectives.
• Community Engagement: Represent the bank at local civic and community events to increase brand awareness and support community outreach.
• Flexible Work Options: Position can be onsite or hybrid, offering flexibility based on your needs.

Required Skills & Qualifications

• Financial Expertise: Strong understanding of SBA lending, credit analysis, and financial concepts, with an ability to structure complex loans.
• Proven Success: A track record of self-sourcing and closing SBA loans, with at least $10MM in net new loans per year.
• Self-Motivated: Demonstrated ability to work independently, stay goal-oriented, and manage multiple priorities effectively.
• Detail-Oriented: Exceptional attention to detail and the ability to handle complex tasks with precision.
• Strong Communication: Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to foster strong client relationships.
• Relationship Builder: Proven experience in cross-selling banking products, emphasizing relationship-based selling strategies.

Preferred Experience

• SBA Lending Experience: A minimum of 5 years of experience in originating SBA loans, ideally within a community banking environment.
• Relationship Banking: Strong history of cross-selling bank products and services while managing a growing portfolio of clients.

What We Offer

• Comprehensive Benefits Package: Including health, dental, and life insurance.
• Disability Coverage: Long- and short-term disability for peace of mind.
• Retirement Savings: 401(k) with company match.
• Flexible Paid Time Off: Generous vacation and paid leave to recharge and balance your personal life.

For additional information on this opportunity, please contact Steven Jackson directly at

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.