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Guidehouse

Loan Review Managing Consultant

Washington, DC · On-site +1

$113K - $188K/yr

S. Small Business Administration (SBA) Office of Credit Risk Management (OCRM) by performing detailed reviews of 7(a) and 504 loan files as part of SBA's lender oversight and risk management ...

Guidehouse

Loan Review Senior Consultant

Mclean, VA · On-site

$98K - $163K/yr

S. Small Business Administration (SBA) Office of Credit Risk Management (OCRM) by performing detailed reviews of 7(a) and 504 loan files as part of SBA's lender oversight and risk management ...

Guidehouse

Loan Review Managing Consultant

New York, NY · On-site +1

$113K - $188K/yr

S. Small Business Administration (SBA) Office of Credit Risk Management (OCRM) by performing detailed reviews of 7(a) and 504 loan files as part of SBA's lender oversight and risk management ...

Guidehouse

Loan Review Senior Consultant

Washington, DC · On-site +1

$98K - $163K/yr

S. Small Business Administration (SBA) Office of Credit Risk Management (OCRM) by performing detailed reviews of 7(a) and 504 loan files as part of SBA's lender oversight and risk management ...

Guidehouse

Loan Review Managing Consultant

Mclean, VA · On-site

$113K - $188K/yr

S. Small Business Administration (SBA) Office of Credit Risk Management (OCRM) by performing detailed reviews of 7(a) and 504 loan files as part of SBA's lender oversight and risk management ...

Guidehouse

Loan Review Managing Consultant

Washington, DC · On-site +1

$113K - $188K/yr

S. Small Business Administration (SBA) Office of Credit Risk Management (OCRM) by performing detailed reviews of 7(a) and 504 loan files as part of SBA's lender oversight and risk management ...

Guidehouse

Loan Review Senior Consultant

Manhattan, NY · On-site +1

$98K - $163K/yr

S. Small Business Administration (SBA) Office of Credit Risk Management (OCRM) by performing detailed reviews of 7(a) and 504 loan files as part of SBA's lender oversight and risk management ...

Guidehouse

Loan Review Senior Consultant

Washington, DC · On-site +1

$98K - $163K/yr

S. Small Business Administration (SBA) Office of Credit Risk Management (OCRM) by performing detailed reviews of 7(a) and 504 loan files as part of SBA's lender oversight and risk management ...

Guidehouse

Loan Review Senior Consultant

Mclean, VA · On-site +1

$98K - $163K/yr

S. Small Business Administration (SBA) Office of Credit Risk Management (OCRM) by performing detailed reviews of 7(a) and 504 loan files as part of SBA's lender oversight and risk management ...

Guidehouse

Loan Review Lead

$98K - $163K/yr

S. Small Business Administration (SBA) Office of Credit Risk Management (OCRM) by performing detailed reviews of 7(a) and 504 loan files as part of SBA's lender oversight and risk management ...

Guidehouse

Loan Review Managing Consultant

Mclean, VA · On-site +1

$113K - $188K/yr

S. Small Business Administration (SBA) Office of Credit Risk Management (OCRM) by performing detailed reviews of 7(a) and 504 loan files as part of SBA's lender oversight and risk management ...

Guidehouse

Loan Review Managing Consultant

Mclean, VA · On-site +1

$113K - $188K/yr

S. Small Business Administration (SBA) Office of Credit Risk Management (OCRM) by performing detailed reviews of 7(a) and 504 loan files as part of SBA's lender oversight and risk management ...

Guidehouse

Loan Review Senior Consultant

Mclean, VA · On-site +1

$98K - $163K/yr

S. Small Business Administration (SBA) Office of Credit Risk Management (OCRM) by performing detailed reviews of 7(a) and 504 loan files as part of SBA's lender oversight and risk management ...

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As of Aug 8, 2026, the average yearly pay for sba lender in the United States is $113,173.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $84,000.00 and $141,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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An SBA Lender is a financial professional who specializes in providing Small Business Administration (SBA) loans to businesses. They evaluate loan applications, assess financial risks, and guide borrowers through the SBA loan process. Their role involves structuring loans to meet both borrower needs and SBA requirements while ensuring compliance with government regulations.

What are some common challenges faced by SBA lenders and how are they typically addressed?

SBA Lenders often encounter the challenge of navigating complex eligibility requirements and extensive documentation mandated by the Small Business Administration, which can lengthen the loan approval process. Staying up to date with changing SBA guidelines and ensuring complete compliance can also be demanding. To address these challenges, lenders work closely with underwriters, legal teams, and clients to gather accurate information and streamline workflows. Many lenders also participate in continuous training and collaborate with experienced colleagues to overcome obstacles efficiently and provide a positive client experience.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an SBA lender?

To thrive as an SBA Lender, you need a strong grasp of commercial lending, financial analysis, and a thorough understanding of Small Business Administration (SBA) loan programs, typically requiring a bachelor's degree in finance or a related field. Proficiency with loan origination systems (LOS), credit analysis software, and familiarity with SBA guidelines and documentation processes is essential. Strong interpersonal skills, customer service orientation, and attention to detail help build client trust and ensure smooth loan transactions. These skills are vital for accurately assessing borrower eligibility, maintaining compliance, and successfully guiding clients through the SBA lending process.

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SBA Special Assets Officer

Celtic Bank

Salt Lake City, UT • On-site

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 18 days ago

Job description

Are you an experienced special assets or SBA liquidation professional looking for more autonomy, not more oversight? If you've spent your career navigating complex commercial defaults and want to bring that expertise somewhere it will genuinely shape outcomes, Celtic Bank wants to talk to you about our SBA Special Assets Officer role. You'll own a portfolio of defaulted SBA loans from transfer through final resolution-driving liquidation strategy, directing outside counsel, and making the calls that protect recoveries and preserve the SBA guaranty. This isn't a role where decisions get made for you; it's one where your experience is the asset.
At Celtic, deep expertise is respected and given room to operate. You'll have the latitude to run your portfolio the way your experience tells you it should be run, alongside seasoned colleagues who take this work as seriously as you do, with opportunities to mentor others and continue sharpening your own craft.
Want to know more? Apply for or ask about this opening! It's time to work for a different kind of bank.
What You'll Do at Celtic Bank
  • Manage a portfolio of defaulted SBA loans throughout the entire liquidation lifecycle.
  • Coordinate and oversee judicial foreclosure proceedings from referral through final disposition.
  • Work directly with outside legal counsel to manage foreclosure actions, bankruptcy cases, receiverships, and litigation.
  • Evaluate collateral positions and develop effective liquidation strategies to maximize recoveries.
  • Prepare and submit SBA-required liquidation plans, purchase packages, wrap-up reports, and guaranty repair documentation.
  • Negotiate loan workouts, modifications, repayment agreements, settlements, deeds in lieu of foreclosure, and short sales when appropriate.
  • Review borrower financial information to determine recovery opportunities and recommend appropriate action.
  • Monitor foreclosure timelines, legal milestones, and bankruptcy deadlines to ensure compliance.
  • Order and review property valuations, environmental reports, title reports, and collateral inspections.
  • Coordinate liquidation of real estate and business assets with brokers, auctioneers, appraisers, and third-party vendors.
  • Ensure compliance with SBA SOP requirements, banking regulations, and investor guidelines throughout the liquidation process.
  • Document servicing activities accurately within loan servicing systems.
  • Prepare management reports on portfolio performance, recovery efforts, and loss mitigation activities.
  • Collaborate with Credit Administration, Loan Operations, Legal, Compliance, and external agencies to facilitate timely resolutions.
  • Recommend charge-offs, recoveries, and loss reserve adjustments based on portfolio analysis.
  • Maintain detailed loan documentation supporting SBA guaranty preservation.

Requirements
  • Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Finance, Accounting, Legal Studies, or related field preferred (equivalent experience considered).
  • 5+ years of experience managing SBA loan liquidations, special assets, commercial collections, or loan servicing.
  • 5+ years of direct experience handling judicial foreclosures involving commercial real estate.
  • Extensive knowledge of SBA 7(a) loan servicing and liquidation requirements, including SOP 50 57 (or current version).
  • Experience with OREO processes and disposition.
  • Experience working with attorneys, bankruptcy trustees, receivers, and court systems.
  • Strong understanding of commercial lending, collateral valuation, UCC filings, bankruptcy, receiverships, and foreclosure law across multiple jurisdictions.
  • Excellent negotiation, analytical, and decision-making skills.
  • Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple high-risk loans simultaneously.
  • Proficiency with loan servicing systems, Microsoft Office Suite, and document management software.

Benefits
  • Medical, dental, vision
  • 401(k) with employer match
  • Life and long-term disability coverage
  • HSA and FSA plans
  • Holidays and paid time off requests
  • Robust wellness program (we're talking catered meals three times a weeks, lunch and learns, and onsite gym.)

Headquartered in the heart of downtown Salt Lake City, Utah, Celtic Bank was named a top SBA lender in the nation in 2023! Celtic Bank is a leading nationwide lender specializing in SBA 7(a), SBA 504, USDA B&I, express loans, asset-based loans, commercial real estate loans and commercial construction loans.
Celtic Bank is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all applicable federal, state and local fair employment practices laws.
Physical and Other Requirements
This job operates in a professional office environment. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets and fax machines. The demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
  • Stationary Work: The employee is frequently required to stand; walk; use hands to type, handle documents, and perform other office related duties. Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally and/or negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects.
  • Mobility: The employee in this position needs to occasionally move between work sites and inside the office to access file cabinets, office machinery, etc.
  • Communicate: The employee is regularly required to talk or hear and will frequently communicate with others. Must be able to read, write and understand fluent English.
  • Work Model: The employee in this position will work either a fully Onsite, Hybrid or Remote work model. All employees, regardless of location, may be required to travel to the Salt Lake City office for mandatory company meetings, events, or related occasions.
    • Utah-based employees: Hybrid work schedule available after initial training period in our Salt Lake City, Utah office - department and job requirements will determine eligibility.

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