SBA Underwriter (Senior level)

Overview 

A nationwide SBA lender is seeking a Senior SBA Underwriter to support deal volume across a diverse pipeline. This role plays a central function in evaluating and approving SBA 7(a) transactions across multiple industries and use cases.

What You’ll Be Doing 

Underwrite SBA 7(a) loans across a variety of structures, including:  

Business acquisitions  

Commercial real estate acquisitions  

Refinances  

Working capital  

Tenant improvements  

Partner buyouts  

Manage a pipeline of approximately 7–10 active deals at a time  

Underwrite and approve a minimum of ~5 loans per month  

Work closely with internal sales and closing teams to move transactions forward  

Evaluate financials, borrower strength, and overall deal structure

What They’re Looking For 

Approximately 5–7+ years of SBA underwriting experience  

Direct experience underwriting SBA 7(a) loans  

Ability to manage multiple files simultaneously at different stages  

Strong understanding of SBA structures and requirements  

Work Environment 

Hybrid schedule (Mon–Wed in office, Thu–Fri remote)  

Primary location: Irving, TX  

Also open to Southern California locations

What Makes This Role Different 

Exposure to a wide variety of deal types across all 50 states  

Not limited to a narrow credit box or single industry  

Fast-paced environment with consistent deal flow  

Integration with in-house closing and sales teams