SBA Business Development Officer

Job Details:
Level: Experienced,

Job Location:

Atlanta, GA - Atlanta, GA 30005, Position Type:
Full Time, Salary Range:
Undisclosed, SBA Business Development Officer | SBA 7(a) & USDA Lending

Company:
Voyager Lending, a division of Town Bridge Bank

Department: SBA Lending

Job Type: Full-Time/Exempt

Location:

Remote

Candidates must be authorized to work in the U.S. without the need for current or future company sponsorship.

Applicants must reside within the geographic footprint of our operating locations.

Join Voyager Lending Company as an SBA Business Development Officer and help small-business owners access financing to acquire, grow, and strengthen their businesses. We're looking for an experienced lending professional who can build referral relationships, originate SBA 7(a) and USDA opportunities, and successfully guide borrowers from initial conversation through funding.

Voyager Lending is seeking an experienced and results-driven SBA Business Development Officer (BDO) to develop new lending opportunities and market a full range of financing solutions to SBA-eligible small businesses.

This position is responsible for building strong relationships with borrowers and referral partners, originating and structuring SBA 7(a) and USDA loans, obtaining complete financial packages, and working collaboratively with credit and operations teams to move qualified opportunities from initial prospecting through approval and funding.

The ideal candidate combines strong business-development skills with sound credit judgment, an understanding of SBA lending requirements, and a commitment to exceptional client service.

• Develop new business opportunities and generate fee and loan income consistent with individual and company production goals.
• Prospect, market, structure, and originate SBA 7(a) and USDA loans.
• Develop and maintain a strong network of referral sources, including business brokers, commercial real estate professionals, CPAs, attorneys, financial advisors, and other professionals serving small‑business owners.
• Build long‑term relationships with prospective and existing borrowers through responsive, consultative service.
• Identify additional business opportunities and make appropriate referrals to internal partners when applicable.
• Maintain an in-depth understanding of Voyager Lending Company's products, competitors, market conditions, and competitive lending solutions.
• Develop a differentiated sales approach that clearly communicates Voyager's value proposition in the marketplace.

• Obtain complete financial packages from prospective borrowers and prepare loan submission packages for credit analysis.
• Follow up with borrowers promptly to obtain additional documentation, financial information, or clarification necessary for timely loan decisions.
• Evaluate prospective transactions using sound business and credit judgment and provide appropriate support for credit recommendations.
• Work collaboratively with credit, underwriting, closing, and operations teams throughout the loan process.
• Communicate approved loan terms to borrowers, obtain required documentation and signatures, and facilitate the progression of approved transactions toward closing and funding.
• Negotiate loan terms on behalf of Voyager while appropriately balancing borrower needs, credit risk, regulatory requirements, and company objectives.

• Maintain current knowledge of SBA lending programs and applicable requirements, including relevant SBA Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and federal regulations.
• Stay informed of regulatory developments affecting SBA and government‑guaranteed lending.
• Perform…