[Hiring] SBA Sales Analyst @Grasshopper Bank

Role Description

The SBA Sales Analyst will be a strategic position responsible for assisting the development and execution of business plans for Grasshopper's Enterprise channel. This role demands an ability to help drive growth through effective partner management, meticulous operational oversight, and strong cross-functional collaboration. You will be instrumental in achieving ambitious growth targets while ensuring operational efficiency and risk mitigation.

• Assist with the end-to-end execution of the Enterprise channel business plan.
• Serve as a point of contact for complex partner concerns, ensuring efficient, effective, and collaborative resolutions that strengthen relationships and uphold Grasshopper's reputation.
• Facilitate clear, professional, and impactful communication with senior internal and external stakeholders.
• Lead and foster productive cross-functional team collaboration to ensure seamless execution across all facets of the Enterprise channel.
• Help execute the strategy for managing and onboarding new and existing referral partner relationships.
• Manage clear expectations and effectively communicate all relevant updates or changes that may impact partners or borrowers.
• Leverage existing Bank tools, including AI, to proactively monitor, analyze, and help manage referral partner performance against ambitious production goals.
• Use Bank tools and technology to track partner performance and consistently meet revenue targets.
• Monitor incoming loan volume to ensure it meets Grasshopper's established operational capacity and institutional risk tolerances.
• Leverage existing Bank tools, including AI, to review incoming loan packages for completeness and accuracy.
• Manage client and partner expectations while also working to resolve challenges.
• Proactively identify and escalate potential bottlenecks, risks, or major challenges to management.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Finance, Economics, or a related field.
• 2-4 years of experience in business development, channel management, or strategic partnerships, with a proven track record of achieving growth targets in a financial services or fintech environment.
• Demonstrated expertise in managing and executing comprehensive business plans.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret data, identify trends, and make data-driven decisions.
• Exceptional relationship management and negotiation skills.
• Proven ability to manage complex projects and drive results independently.
• Excellent verbal and written communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills.
• Deep understanding of operational capacity planning and risk management principles within a financial institution.
• Proficiency in CRM software (e.g., Salesforce) and advanced Microsoft Office Suite skills.
• Experience with SBA lending and/or Small Business Lending is preferred.