Senior Credit Administrator, Business Lending, Credit Training

Lendistry

. Develop, implement, and maintain formal credit training programs covering SBA, CORE, SSBCI, ACDBE, ACLP, NMTC, and other lending products.

Posted 9/20/2026full-timeTustin • California • United StatesSeniorWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in developing and implementing credit training programs, with a strong focus on SBA, CORE, and regulatory compliance. Possesses advanced financial analysis skills and the ability to translate complex lending requirements into effective training content.

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Credit AdministrationSBA LendingCredit Policy DevelopmentFinancial AnalysisTraining Program Implementation

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Hard Skills

Credit AnalysisLoan StructuringRegulatory ComplianceCredit Policy InterpretationPortfolio ManagementProblem Asset ManagementInstructional DesignQuality ControlData AnalysisFinancial Reporting

Soft Skills

Exceptional Written CommunicationInterpersonal SkillsCollaborationProject ManagementProfessional Integrity

Tools & Technologies

Windows-Based SoftwareWord Processing ApplicationsSpreadsheet Applications

Industry Keywords

Commercial LendingLoan ClosingEligibility RequirementsCredit Competency MatricesSOPsTraining GovernanceCredit ReviewsRisk Rating StandardsLoan GrowthMarket Conditions

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Develop, implement, and maintain formal credit training programs covering SBA, CORE, SSBCI, ACDBE, ACLP, NMTC, and other lending products.
Create and maintain tiered learning curricula with foundational, role-based, and advanced credit training modules.
Maintain version-controlled training content linked to loan policies, SOPs, regulatory requirements, and internal procedures.
Manage credit training completion tracking and reporting.
Coordinate training updates in response to policy changes, SOP revisions, quality-control findings, and regulatory developments.
Partner with Training on curriculum governance, instructional quality, and delivery standards.
Develop and maintain credit competency matrices across lending functions and products.
Assess organizational credit capabilities, identify training gaps, and create cross-training coverage plans.
Build and support succession planning for key credit administration functions.
Conduct product-specific credit reviews to identify process, policy, and capability gaps.
Establish a Quality Control-to-Training feedback loop.
Recommend improvements to underwriting consistency, eligibility reviews, credit policy execution, and documentation quality.
Capture and document institutional credit knowledge, standards, and best practices.
Document CORE credit practices and decision frameworks with senior credit administration leadership.
Serve as designated successor for CORE credit administration responsibilities after completing the training program.
Execute the strategic direction of lending operations to support service, loan growth, portfolio mix, product development, and quality.
Collaborate with IT, Sales, Technology, Operations, Credit, Training, Fulfillment, Servicing, Quality Control, Compliance, and other teams.
Ensure lending activities comply with federal and state regulations and Company Policies.
Participate in overall management as a CORE team member to support profitability, growth, and strategic direction.
Review and approve large and complex loans before submission to loan committee.
Oversee new and renewed extensions of credit for policy and regulatory compliance.
Govern and enforce risk-rating and underwriting standards.
Act as principal credit liaison to regulatory agencies, outside accountants, consultants, and others.
Leverage loan data and business intelligence to improve risk performance and guidelines.
Identify potential problem credits and appropriate interventions to minimize losses.
Maintain knowledge of the financial industry, economy, market conditions, and rates.
Perform other duties supporting efficient department operations.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or Business Administration.
7-10 years of experience in credit administration, underwriting, real estate loan underwriting, loan closing, problem asset management and portfolio management in a financial environment.
Strong background in SBA, conventional commercial lending and credit policy interpretation.
Demonstrated experience developing, implementing, or improving credit policies, procedures, standards, or training programs.
Minimum of 5 years of experience supervising staff.
Deep understanding of credit analysis, loan structuring, eligibility requirements, and regulatory expectations.
Ability to translate complex lending requirements into practical training content.
Experience identifying root causes of credit quality issues and implementing corrective actions.
Exceptional written communication, instructional design, facilitation, and presentation skills.
Computer operations including Windows-based software, word processing and spreadsheet applications.
Advanced financial analysis skills and thorough knowledge of commercial loan structuring and creative loan structures.
Ability to work outside regular hours as needed.
Ability to thoroughly interpret complex credit data and financial data and use sound business judgment for actions and decisioning.
Ability to work collaboratively with others and demonstrate flexibility and poise in dealing with a diverse range of individuals.
Strong work ethic and professional integrity.
Confidentiality of sensitive data and a high level of ethics.
Ability to successfully handle multiple projects simultaneously.
Ability to prioritize, organize and delegate assignments.
Excellent written and oral communication.
Strong interpersonal skills and experience partnering with a senior management team and staff.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
Generous Paid Time Off
Birthday Day Off
12 Paid Company Holidays
401(k) Match
FSA and HSA
Paid Life Insurance
Paid Disability Insurance
Pet Insurance
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Professional Development Courses
In Office Provided Snacks and Drinks
Gym Facilities (LA & Tustin/CEC Offices)
In Office Engagement Activities