Sales Business Development Jobs at Northwest Bank with Visa Sponsorship
Northwest Bank's Sales Business Development roles focus on building client relationships, growing loan and deposit portfolios, and expanding commercial partnerships. The bank has a history of sponsoring international talent across multiple visa categories for this function, making it a viable target for job seekers who need work authorization.
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The Small Business Banker II services a wide variety of business loans including commercial and industrial loans, SBA, and commercial real estate while working as part of a team with branches, credit, and product partners. This position develops meaningful relationships and engages in cross-selling credit and noncredit products as appropriate.
Essential Functions:
- Develop new and expanding existing small business relationships
- Consistently achieve 8-12% year over year net balance sheet growth on an annual basis depending upon market conditions and regional budget assignment
- Develop partnerships with Branch Managers, Treasury Management Advisors, Merchant Services and Trust and Investment Advisors to promote additional business opportunities and profitability for Northwest
- Call on potential or existing customers to develop new business as well as retain existing business with companies with revenues generally less than $10 million
- Engages in joint-calling activity with branch partners at a regular frequency
- Works to promote cross-sell behaviors personally and within assigned branch territory
- Interview applicants to develop information concerning their financial needs and repayment ability in order to assess acceptable level of risk
- Follow current loans to ensure complete compliance with terms
- Proactively keep abreast of industry trends
- 25% of calls prospecting new clients and relationships
- Achieve and exceed budget goals as assigned by Region
- Actively participate in community affairs
- Encourage clients to maintain their personal banking at Northwest
- Prepare electronic loan applications for submission to Credit
- Make loan presentations and recommendations to Credit, team leaders and senior line of business managers as required
- Partner with credit to ensure annual reviews and line of credit renewals are completed on a timely basis
- Ensure noncredit clients have appropriate treasury management, merchant services and other related commercial services
- Ensure risk ratings are appropriate based on your knowledge of the client
- As required, collect on delinquent accounts
- Analyze financial statements and related credit material to assess risk on a continuous basis
- Complete loan closings as required
- Provide credit information and references for internal review as requested
- Ensure all credit files include current financial statements, agency reports, etc.
- Participate in continued sales and credit training
- Complete all required Compliance training in a timely basis
- Ensure compliance with all Regulatory requirements
- Ensure compliance with Northwest’s policies and procedures, and Federal/State regulations
Qualifications
- Bachelor's Degree Business, Accounting, Finance, Economics, or Marketing preferred
- 5 - 6 years Business Banking/Branch Management experience with intensive Business Focus required
- Knowledge of all cash management services
- Knowledge of credit, SBA (Express, SBA 7a, and SBA 504), and noncredit services and products
- Knowledge of merchant services
The pay range for this position is generally $85,000-$100,000 per year. Actual pay is based on various factors including but not limited to the successful candidate’s experience, skills, and knowledge. Additional bonus earning opportunities and benefits are also available.
Northwest is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
INTRODUCTION
The Small Business Banker II services a wide variety of business loans including commercial and industrial loans, SBA, and commercial real estate while working as part of a team with branches, credit, and product partners. This position develops meaningful relationships and engages in cross-selling credit and noncredit products as appropriate.
Essential Functions:
- Develop new and expanding existing small business relationships
- Consistently achieve 8-12% year over year net balance sheet growth on an annual basis depending upon market conditions and regional budget assignment
- Develop partnerships with Branch Managers, Treasury Management Advisors, Merchant Services and Trust and Investment Advisors to promote additional business opportunities and profitability for Northwest
- Call on potential or existing customers to develop new business as well as retain existing business with companies with revenues generally less than $10 million
- Engages in joint-calling activity with branch partners at a regular frequency
- Works to promote cross-sell behaviors personally and within assigned branch territory
- Interview applicants to develop information concerning their financial needs and repayment ability in order to assess acceptable level of risk
- Follow current loans to ensure complete compliance with terms
- Proactively keep abreast of industry trends
- 25% of calls prospecting new clients and relationships
- Achieve and exceed budget goals as assigned by Region
- Actively participate in community affairs
- Encourage clients to maintain their personal banking at Northwest
- Prepare electronic loan applications for submission to Credit
- Make loan presentations and recommendations to Credit, team leaders and senior line of business managers as required
- Partner with credit to ensure annual reviews and line of credit renewals are completed on a timely basis
- Ensure noncredit clients have appropriate treasury management, merchant services and other related commercial services
- Ensure risk ratings are appropriate based on your knowledge of the client
- As required, collect on delinquent accounts
- Analyze financial statements and related credit material to assess risk on a continuous basis
- Complete loan closings as required
- Provide credit information and references for internal review as requested
- Ensure all credit files include current financial statements, agency reports, etc.
- Participate in continued sales and credit training
- Complete all required Compliance training in a timely basis
- Ensure compliance with all Regulatory requirements
- Ensure compliance with Northwest’s policies and procedures, and Federal/State regulations
Qualifications
- Bachelor's Degree Business, Accounting, Finance, Economics, or Marketing preferred
- 5 - 6 years Business Banking/Branch Management experience with intensive Business Focus required
- Knowledge of all cash management services
- Knowledge of credit, SBA (Express, SBA 7a, and SBA 504), and noncredit services and products
- Knowledge of merchant services
The pay range for this position is generally $85,000-$100,000 per year. Actual pay is based on various factors including but not limited to the successful candidate’s experience, skills, and knowledge. Additional bonus earning opportunities and benefits are also available.
Northwest is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Sales Business Development Jobs at Northwest Bank Jobs
Frame your credentials around commercial banking outcomes
Northwest Bank's Sales Business Development hires are expected to drive revenue through relationship management and portfolio growth. Quantify past results in terms of deposit growth, loan originations, or client acquisition to align with what banking hiring managers screen for.
Time your application to match OPT authorization windows
F-1 OPT authorization runs on a strict timeline. Apply to Northwest Bank's open Sales Business Development roles early enough that a start date can be confirmed before your current work authorization expires, leaving buffer for onboarding paperwork.
Target roles that signal institutional client focus
Northwest Bank's Sales Business Development openings vary between retail, commercial, and treasury services. Roles tied to commercial or treasury clients tend to involve more complex sponsorship decisions, so applying to those tracks signals seniority and strengthens the specialty occupation case for H-1B.
Prepare for PERM timelines if pursuing a Green Card
If Northwest Bank extends a permanent residency offer alongside H-1B sponsorship, PERM labor certification through DOL typically adds 12 to 18 months before the I-140 petition can be filed. Build that timeline into your long-term planning.
Use Migrate Mate to surface open roles efficiently
Northwest Bank posts Sales Business Development openings across multiple channels and the listings turn over quickly. Search Migrate Mate to filter specifically for roles at Northwest Bank that are open to visa sponsorship, so you're not manually sifting through positions that won't support work authorization.
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Does Northwest Bank sponsor H-1B visas for Sales Business Developments?
Yes, Northwest Bank sponsors H-1B visas for Sales Business Development roles. The sponsorship process requires the position to qualify as a specialty occupation, which generally means the role demands a bachelor's degree or higher in a relevant field such as finance, business, or economics. Your employer files the H-1B petition with USCIS on your behalf, and sponsorship is typically confirmed during the offer stage.
Which visa types does Northwest Bank commonly use for Sales Business Development roles?
Northwest Bank sponsors H-1B, EB-2, EB-3, F-1 OPT, F-1 CPT, and TN visas for this function. For early-career candidates, F-1 OPT or CPT is the most common entry point. H-1B is standard for mid-level hires requiring long-term sponsorship. TN is available to Canadian and Mexican nationals in qualifying business or finance occupations. EB-2 and EB-3 apply when the employer pursues permanent residency for the employee.
What qualifications does Northwest Bank expect for Sales Business Development roles?
Northwest Bank generally looks for candidates with a degree in finance, business administration, economics, or a related field. Relevant experience in commercial banking, financial services sales, or client relationship management strengthens your application. For visa sponsorship purposes, the degree-to-role alignment matters, since USCIS evaluates whether the position genuinely requires a specialized educational background as part of the H-1B specialty occupation determination.
How do I apply for Sales Business Development jobs at Northwest Bank?
Browse open Sales Business Development positions at Northwest Bank on Migrate Mate, where listings are filtered to show roles open to visa sponsorship. Once you identify a role, apply directly through Northwest Bank's careers portal. Make sure your resume highlights measurable sales outcomes and client relationship experience relevant to banking, since those details are what hiring managers in this function prioritize during initial screening.
How do I plan my timeline for H-1B sponsorship at Northwest Bank?
H-1B cap-subject petitions are filed in April for an October 1 start date, so your offer needs to be secured well in advance of that window. If you're on F-1 OPT, your OPT authorization can bridge the gap until October 1. USCIS premium processing, available for an additional fee, reduces the adjudication timeline to roughly 15 business days and is worth discussing with Northwest Bank's HR team during the offer negotiation stage.
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