SBA UNDERWRITING TEAM LEADER

United Community is seeking an experienced and driven SBA Underwriter Team Leader to join our team. This role combines the responsibilities of a Senior SBA Underwriter with leadership duties, including managing a team of underwriters and contributing to strategic initiatives within the SBA Operations Group.
The ideal candidate will bring deep SBA underwriting expertise, proven supervisory experience, and a passion for mentoring others. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment and are committed to excellence in SBA lending, we’d love to hear from you.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Education: Bachelor’s degree or equivalent education and experience.
• Experience:
• Minimum of 10 years of SBA 7(a) and 504 loan underwriting experience.
• Strong knowledge of SBA lending rules, regulations, and practices
• Skills:
• Exceptional written and verbal communication.
• Highly organized with strong time management and multitasking abilities.
• Excellent interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills.
• Ability to manage a high volume of loans efficiently.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel.
• Preferred Knowledge:
• Formal credit training preferred, e.g., Coleman Certified SBA 7(a), NAGGL Training, Credit Risk Certification, Credit Business Associate, or Commercial Banking & Credit Analyst
• Industry vertical experience is a plus.

• Perform all duties of a Senior SBA Underwriter, including underwriting SBA 7(a) and 504 loans.
• Lead and manage a team of SBA underwriters, providing guidance and support.
• Review pre-approval credit memos and ensure quality and compliance.
• Attend team leader meetings and contribute to departmental projects.
• Sign SBA documents on behalf of the bank.
• Champion operational excellence and team collaboration.