Small Business Administration Business Development Officer

Job overview

The Small Business Administration Business Development Officer role is listed as hybrid remote in Saint Petersburg, FL, and compensation is not specified. Climate First Bank describes its banking services as designed to support a better future and emphasizes sustainability and responsible banking. The officer develops SBA 7(a) and 504 loan opportunities, builds referral and client relationships, and structures compliant lending solutions for small and medium-sized businesses. The role coordinates loan packages through underwriting and closing while maintaining required documentation and regulatory compliance.

What you'll do

• Generate SBA loan opportunities through internal partnerships and external referral networks
• build relationships with clients, prospects, and business partners
• cross-sell banking products
• structure SBA loan proposals
• review financial information and borrower eligibility
• conduct initial underwriting and develop credit recommendations
• prepare credit memorandums and supporting documentation
• coordinate loan submissions and closing
• follow up on documentation
• prepare leadership reports
• complete compliance training and adhere to applicable regulatory requirements.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

sba business development officer

saint petersburg fl

climate first bank

sba lending

sba 7(a)

sba 504

loan structuring

credit analysis

business development

client relationships

hybrid remote

responsible banking

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Benefits may include employer-paid employee health coverage, medical, dental and vision insurance, HSA, telemedicine, 401(k) with 6% employer match, employee stock options, employee banking perks, paid time off, life and disability insurance, and an employee assistance program
• eligibility varies by employment status.

Why this role

The posting seeks 3+ years of SBA lending experience and experience with government-guaranteed lending programs. It states that benefits eligibility varies by employment status and that part-time benefits may differ.

About the employer

Climate First Bank is hiring for this role. Industry: Commercial Banking. Sector: 52.