SBA Lead Underwriter

Fifth Third; North Olmsted (OH); Hybrid; USD 82,000 - 173,000; Full time

Job summary

Fifth Third Bank is seeking an SBA Lead Underwriter to assess and decide small business loan requests within approved authority. The role involves guiding junior underwriters, coordinating with relationship managers, and ensuring compliance with SBA programs and regulatory requirements.

You will oversee the closing, funding, and post-closing processes while maintaining up-to-date knowledge of SBA products. A strong background in underwriting and credit structuring is essential.

Qualifications

• College degree in accounting, finance, or economics
• Total work experience of 5 years including 2 to 4 years of underwriting, credit, or originations experience
• Thorough knowledge of SBA SOP 50-10-6 and other SOP guides
• Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook; knowledge of banking systems

Responsibilities

• Underwriting focus on SBA loans and new money to borrowers
• Collaborate with relationship managers on deal review, modeling, and structuring
• Coordinate with RM and Credit for proper credit approval and pre-clearance
• Develop training guidelines for SBA lending
• Ensure adherence to SBA policies and government regulations
• Manage closing, funding, and booking with Funding Desk and Credit Collateral Operations

Skills

Underwriting

Financial analysis

Credit risk

SBA 50-10-6

Excel

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or economics

Tools

CCAS

nCino

AFS

Appraisal systems

LaserPro

Job description

## SBA Lead UnderwriterApply: Virtual: Full time: Posted Yesterday: End Date: October 30, 2026 (27 days left to apply): R73346**Make banking a Fifth Third better** We connect great people to great opportunities. Are you ready to take the next step? Discover a career in banking at Fifth Third Bank.GENERAL FUNCTIONReview and decision small business loan requests within approved loan authority. Assist junior loan underwriters through the loan decision process, offering expertise on financial analysis and loan structuring.Responsible and accountable for risk by openly exchanging ideas and opinions, elevating concerns, and personally following policies and procedures as defined. Accountable for always doing the right thing for customers and colleagues and ensures that actions and behaviors drive a positive customer experience. While operating within the Bank\\*s risk appetite, achieves results by consistently identifying, assessing, managing, monitoring, and reporting risks of all types. DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:* Underwriting focus on new money to new borrowers to the bank.* Work in cooperation with relationship managers with initial deal review, modeling, and structuring.* Work in cooperation with RM's with deal pre-clearance within the Structured Finance Group, Credit, Capital Markets/Syndications, and other constituents.* Work in cooperation with RM's, customers/prospects, and third-party providers to order, obtain and ascertain due diligence information as required.* Utilize and analyze all available resources to prepare the credit approval document, Change in terms.* Coordinate with the RM and Credit to obtain the proper credit approval.* Develop training and education guidelines for SBA lending.* Oversee adherence to SBA credit and eligibility policies, ensuring compliance with government regulations and the SBA guaranty.* Maintain an in-depth working knowledge of all SBA products and services and ensure that the Business Banking leadership team and market leaders are alert to new developments or modifications of the SBA program as published by the SBA Center Office in Washington, DC.* Engage and manage legal counsel and negotiate legal documentation in conjunction with RM.* Complete and manage the closing, funding, and booking process in cooperation with the Funding Desk and Credit Collateral Operations.* Complete internal and external post-closing items.* Complete the underwriting process for deal amendments and restructurings.* Complete special projects and assignments as requested. SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:May provide direct leadership and supervision to junior underwriters, credit analysts, and/or leadership program participants. KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS REQUIRED:* College degree in accounting, finance, or economics or equivalent industry experience required.* Total work experience of 5 years including 2 to 4 years of underwriting, credit, or originations experience preferable in the banking or investment banking industry.* Thorough working knowledge of SBA SOP 50-10-6 and other SOP program guides.* Excellent knowledge of B2B, CCAS, nCino, AFS, Appraisal systems, CLAS/LaserPro Loan Doc Prep Systems (or equivalent vendor systems), and other banking systems preferred.* Must be proficient in basic software applications such as Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, and Internet Explorer. Advanced skills in Microsoft Excel a plus.* Must be attentive to detail and possess excellent verbal and written communication skills.* Must be highly organized and able to manage several detailed tasks and processes concurrently.SBA Lead UnderwriterTotal Base Pay Range 82,100.00 - 172,500.00 USD AnnualAt Fifth Third, we understand the importance of recognizing our employees for the role they play in improving the lives of our customers, communities and each other. Our Total Rewards include comprehensive benefits and differentiated compensation offerings to give each employee the opportunity to be their best every day.The base salary for this position is reflective of the range of salary levels for all roles within this pay grade across the U.S. Individual salaries within this range will vary based on factors such as role, relevant skillset, relevant experience, education and geographic location. In addition to the base salary, this role is eligible to participate in an incentive compensation plan, with any such payment based upon company, line of business and/or individual performance.Our extensive benefits programs are designed to support the individual needs of our employees and their families, encompassing physical, financial, emotional and social well-being. You can learn more about those programs on our 53.com Careers page at: https://www.53.com/content/fifth-third/en/careers/benefits.html or by consulting with your talent acquisition partner. LOCATION -- Virtual, Ohio 00000Attention search firms and staffing agencies: do not submit unsolicited resumes for this posting. Fifth Third does not accept resumes from any agency that does not have an active agreement with Fifth Third. Any unsolicited resumes – no matter how they are submitted – will be considered the property of Fifth Third and Fifth Third will not be responsible for any associated fee.Fifth Third Bank, National Association is proud to have an engaged and inclusive culture and to promote and ensure equal employment opportunity in all employment decisions regardless of race, color, gender, national origin, religion, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, military status, veteran status or any other legally protected status.