SBA & Commercial Lending Growth Leader

Happen Bank; United States; Hybrid; USD 115,000 - 135,000; Full time

Job summary

Happen Bank, formerly LendingClub, is seeking a Sr Business Development Manager, SBA to expand our SBA 7(a), 504 and conventional lending portfolio. You’ll build relationships with clients, COIs, and CDCs, guiding loans from qualification to closing while delivering an exceptional customer experience.

You have 6+ years of SBA lending, strong financial analysis skills, and a proven ability to grow portfolios through strategic partnerships.

Qualifications

• 6+ years SBA lending experience; related degree or equivalent.
• Experience originating SBA 7(a), 504 and conventional loans.
• Proven success building referral networks and new business.
• Strong financial analysis: cash flow, statements, collateral.
• Knowledge of SBA programs and underwriting principles.
• Excellent relationship management, communication, and presentation.
• Build trusted client relationships and identify growth opportunities.
• Sound judgment balancing client needs, objectives, credit quality.
• Use AI tools to improve research while ensuring confidentiality.

Responsibilities

• Develop and grow a portfolio of SBA 7(a), 504, and conventional loans while meeting production goals.
• Build referral networks with COIs, CDC offices, and community partners.
• Guide clients from qualification to closing, ensuring a positive experience.
• Evaluate lending opportunities via financials, cash flow, collateral, and pricing.
• Collaborate with credit and operations to prepare loan packages and underwriting.
• Cross-sell Happen Bank products and deepen client relationships.
• Represent Happen Bank at community events and industry groups to boost brand and referrals.

Skills

SBA lending

Financial analysis

Relationship management

Loan origination

Networking/COIs

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in a related field

Job description

Happen Bank, formerly LendingClub, is seeking a Sr Business Development Manager, SBA to expand our SBA 7(a), 504 and conventional lending portfolio. You’ll build relationships with clients, COIs, and CDCs, guiding loans from qualification to closing while delivering an exceptional customer experience.

You have 6+ years of SBA lending, strong financial analysis skills, and a proven ability to grow portfolios through strategic partnerships.