Start or grow a meaningful career at Pursuit
If you’re looking to blend a career in financial services with a career in serving others, look no further than Pursuit. Join our team of mission-focused professionals dedicated to helping communities and economies grow through business lending.
We offer a highly-acclaimed internship program as well as full time roles at our headquarters in Albany, NY and New York, NY as well as full time roles across New Jersey, New York, and Pennsylvania.
To apply for an open role, you must complete this Application for Employment Form. For general employment inquiries please contact Toniann Datello, human resources director, at [email protected].
Pursuit is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, creed, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, marital status, national origin, citizenship status, age, veteran status, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions or any other status protected under applicable federal, state or local law.
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Job Summary
Company: Pursuit
Location: Eastern PA and Southern NJ
Industries: Financial Services
Job Type: Employee – Full Time
Title: Commercial Loan Officer
About the Company
At Pursuit, our mission is simple: to provide businesses with affordable loans and resources so that they can reach higher, transform and grow. Pursuit is a community-focused lender where businesses can access more than 15 loan programs that provide financing from $10,000 to $5.5 million with affordable rates and terms. Last year alone, Pursuit provided more than $234 million in funding through 488 business loans, creating more than 2,900 jobs. Pursuit is a nationally recognized organization that focuses on serving businesses and lending partners in New Jersey, New York, and Pennsylvania.
About the Job
The SBA 504 Program is one of the best financing products available for small businesses and Pursuit is the #1 504 lender in Pennsylvania. Our loan volume is growing tremendously, and we need help in keeping up with demand. This niche position provides a unique opportunity for a seasoned lender looking for an opportunity to be challenged while being a part of a growing company with a long tenured staff and rewarding mission.
The ideal candidate will be an aggressive business developer to market our programs to potential referral organizations and have a solid credit background necessary to process loan applications. The Commercial Loan Officer will report to the 504 Company’s Market Manager.
Position Specifications:
- Bachelor’s degree, required
- A minimum of three (3) years’ experience in commercial lending
- Superior technical writing skills
- Clear communication & strong interpersonal skills
- Strategic & organizational competence – i.e. the ability to set and manage timelines, commitments, and deadlines with ease
- Completion of a formal credit training program is considered highly beneficial
- Candidates should have knowledge and proficiency in commercial lending and have specific experience with SBA lending
We will give consideration to and provide training for veterans interested in a finance career, provided the applicant has completed at least two years of college with an accredited institution.
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and comply with all applicable federal, state and local laws regarding nondiscrimination. We provide equal opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, creed, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, marital status, national origin, citizenship status, age, veteran status, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions or any other status protected under applicable federal, state or local law.
Job Summary
Company: Pursuit
Location: Albany, NY
Industries: Financial Services
Job Type: Employee – Full Time
Title: Modifications Portfolio Analyst
About the Company
At Pursuit, our mission is simple: to provide businesses with affordable loans and resources so that they can reach higher, transform, and grow. Pursuit is a community-focused lender where businesses can access more than 15 loan programs that provide financing from $10,000 to $5.5 million with affordable rates and terms. Last year alone, Pursuit provided more than $234 million in funding throughout 488 business loans, creating more than 2,900 jobs. Pursuit is a nationally recognized organization that focuses on serving businesses and lending partners in New Jersey, New York, and Pennsylvania.
About the Position:
We seek to hire a Modifications Portfolio Analyst in our Albany, NY office. The Modifications Portfolio Analyst is responsible for performing document risk management on loan requests, evaluating and verifying collateral on all secured loans and preparing reports and findings.
Position Specifications:
- Associates degree in a related field, required
- Strong verbal and written communication skills
- Candidates must be detailed oriented and be able to multi-task in a fast-paced environment
- SBA loan experience and commercial underwriting experience, preferred
- Prior banking experience desired
We will give preference to and provide training for veterans interested in a career in finance / banking provided that the applicant has completed at least two years of college with a concentration in finance.
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and comply with all applicable federal, state and local laws regarding nondiscrimination. We provide equal opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, creed, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, marital sexual orientation, citizenship status or protected veteran status.
Job Summary
Company: Pursuit
Location: Albany, NY
Industries: Financial Services
Job Type: Employee – Full Time
Title: Credit Analyst
About the Company
At Pursuit, our mission is simple: to provide businesses with affordable loans and resources so that they can reach higher, transform and grow. Pursuit is a community-focused lender where businesses can access more than 15 loan programs that provide financing from $10,000 to $5.5 million with affordable rates and terms. Last year alone, Pursuit provided more than $234 million in funding throughout 488 business loans, creating more than 2,900 jobs. Pursuit is a nationally recognized organization that focuses on serving businesses and lending partners in New Jersey, New York, and Pennsylvania.
About the Job
Responsibilities include spreading and analyzing financial statements and tax returns, analyzing cash flow, management and repayment ability of potential borrowers, preparing loan write-ups for new loan requests, and reviewing existing loans for credit quality and accurate risk rating.
Position Specifications
- Associate degree in a related field, required
- Strong verbal and written communication skills
- SBA loan experience and commercial underwriting experience, preferred and prior banking experience desired
- Detailed oriented and be able to multi-task in a fast-paced environment
- College students who are eligible to graduate in 2021 are encouraged to apply!
We will give consideration to and provide training for veterans interested in a career in finance/ banking provided that the applicant has completed at least two years of college with a concentration in finance.
