The Latino Economic Development Center (LEDC) is a non-profit, tax-exempt community development organization founded in 1991. LEDC’s mission is to drive the economic and social advancement of low- to moderate-income Latinos and other underserved communities by equipping them with the skills and tools to achieve financial independence and become leaders in their communities. We achieve our mission through small business development and lending, homeownership group education and individual counseling, and affordable housing preservation.
LEDC is a US Treasury certified Community Development Financial Institution (CDFI) and a Small Business Administration (SBA) Microloan Intermediary and Community Advantage lender. LEDC currently lends between $5,000- $250,000 for small or emerging businesses unable to obtain financing from mainstream banks and from $500-$2,500 for consumers to build, repair credit or purchase energy-efficient appliances.
Help the organization generate a constant inflow of new lending clients.
Underwrite small business loan transactions, including business plan reviewing, financial analysis and due diligence.
Prepare credit analysis and recommend memos for review and approval.
Verify feasibility and structure of proposed loan and the character, capacity, collateral, and cash flow of the borrowers.
Meet individual and regional goals, and objectives as assigned.
Develop and maintain relationships with individuals and organizations with strong community ties that are consistent with LEDC's mission. These organizations may include, but are not limited to, credit unions, banks, certified development companies, chambers of commerce, governmental agencies, etc.
Assist our portfolio management team in working with clients whose loans are past due and/or their business is showing signs of trouble.
Support portfolio team with ad hoc reports as needed.
Provide pre-loan technical assistance to help business owners navigate and complete the loan application process.
Plan and develop skill building group trainings that provide small business owners with the business tools needed to be successful.
Maintain close customer contact to ensure continued satisfaction, and to follow or anticipate additional financing needs.
Monitor and report changes in credit quality.
Ensure that LEDC is in possession of current financial information and that proper and complete credit files are on hand.
Participate in promoting LEDC products and services at different functions.
Bilingual (English/Spanish)
2+ years of experience with a commercial lender a must
Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Accounting or Finance (preferred)
Experience providing small business technical assistance and/or training (preferred)
Excellent communication and presentation skills, both written and verbal
Proficient computer skills using Microsoft Word, Excel, Power Point and Outlook
Demonstrated commitment to working with low income communities
Hands on experience working with small business owners is a plus
Available to work occasional nights and weekends as needed
Experience and/or familiarity with small business financial management and marketing
Understanding of small business development as a tool for community-based economic development
Salary is negotiable depending on experience and qualifications.
To apply, please submit resume to "briverasantana@ledcmetro.org" with the subject line: "Small Business Loan Officer and Underwriter - MD".