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Closer jobs with green card sponsorship are available through employers willing to file PERM labor certification, then sponsor an I-140 petition leading to lawful permanent residency. EB-2 and EB-3 pathways both apply depending on your degree and experience, with priority-date backlogs affecting nationals from high-demand countries.
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GENERAL FUNCTION:
The Small Business Loan Closer is responsible for guiding clients and their respective professional services teams through the fulfillment cycle of the lending process. Responsible for leading the team in reviewing and validating deal structures for all small business lines. Accountable for providing accurate, clear, and concise information, and a superior lending experience for external clients through multi-channel interactions. Primary loan facilitator in an external facing capacity to ensure work-flow deadlines and service level agreements are met.
Responsible and accountable for risk by openly exchanging ideas and opinions, elevating concerns, and personally following policies and procedures as defined. Accountable for always doing the right thing for customers and colleagues and ensures that actions and behaviors drive a positive customer experience. While operating within the Bank's risk appetite, achieves results by consistently identifying, assessing, managing, monitoring, and reporting risks of all types.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Actively manage a pipeline of active deals in the closing stage including complex structures and multi-facility transactions with minimal oversight.
- Fluently articulate the purpose and requirements of loan closing conditions; explain products and policies in a clear, concise manner to ensure understanding of documents needed for a lending decision.
- Interactively work with clients on procedures to fulfill closing conditions; provide basic technical support and guidance as needed.
- Work closely with client advisors/partners to obtain information required to satisfy closing conditions (e.g. leases, sale agreements, bank statements).
- Effectively communicate to all stakeholders to manage funding timing expectations; maintain high level of customer service by communicating with designated parties in a timely manner ensuring all information is delivered professionally and accurately.
- Review, evaluate, and analyze documents; work independently to research and resolve issues or answer questions that often involve interpretation of policies and procedures; ensure accurate, complete, and timely execution; consistently meet all quality and adherence standards.
- Collaborate with Provide stakeholders on the closing diligence review process to ensure loans are collateralized properly and funded efficiently.
- Coordinate commercial real estate closings with designated legal counsel, diligence providers, and title/escrow offices.
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:
- None
MINIMUM KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES REQUIRED:
- Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent work experience preferred
- 2-3 years of related experience
- In-depth knowledge of lending guidelines, underwriting and closing procedures; ability to identify actionable items while reviewing detailed and complex documents
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Demonstrated organization and prioritization skills
- Prior experience in Closing, Sales, Finance or Commercial Real Estate; experience in Practice Finance or Construction project management preferred
- PC proficient in Windows based software programs (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
- Ability to analyze policies, procedures and guidelines and make recommendations that maximize productivity while adhering to risk guidelines
- Demonstrated teamwork, collaboration and customer service skills
Small Business Loan Closer
Total Base Pay Range 48,100.00 - 96,200.00 USD Annual
At Fifth Third, we understand the importance of recognizing our employees for the role they play in improving the lives of our customers, communities and each other. Our Total Rewards include comprehensive benefits and differentiated compensation offerings to give each employee the opportunity to be their best every day.
The base salary for this position is reflective of the range of salary levels for all roles within this pay grade across the U.S. Individual salaries within this range will vary based on factors such as role, relevant skillset, relevant experience, education and geographic location. In addition to the base salary, this role is eligible to participate in an incentive compensation plan, with any such payment based upon company, line of business and/or individual performance.
Our extensive benefits programs are designed to support the individual needs of our employees and their families, encompassing physical, financial, emotional and social well-being. You can learn more about those programs on our 53.com Careers page at: https://www.53.com/content/fifth-third/en/careers/benefits.html or by consulting with your talent acquisition partner.
LOCATION - Virtual, Ohio 00000
Attention search firms and staffing agencies: do not submit unsolicited resumes for this posting. Fifth Third does not accept resumes from any agency that does not have an active agreement with Fifth Third. Any unsolicited resumes – no matter how they are submitted – will be considered the property of Fifth Third and Fifth Third will not be responsible for any associated fee.
Fifth Third Bank, National Association is proud to have an engaged and inclusive culture and to promote and ensure equal employment opportunity in all employment decisions regardless of race, color, gender, national origin, religion, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, military status, veteran status or any other legally protected status.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Green Card Sponsorship in Closer
Document your specialized closing credentials now
Gather performance records, deal-volume documentation, and any industry certifications before you approach employers. PERM requires proof of your qualifications, and gaps in your credential file slow down the prevailing-wage and recruitment stages considerably.
Target employers with active PERM filing histories
Search Migrate Mate to identify companies that have already filed PERM applications for sales or business-development roles. Prior filing history signals an employer already understands the DOL recruitment-test requirements and has a process in place.
Verify your wage tier using the OFLC Wage Search
Closing roles range across SOC categories from retail sales to securities, each carrying a different prevailing-wage level. Pull your specific occupation's Level I through IV wages from the OFLC Wage Search before salary negotiations so you're not accepting an offer that disqualifies PERM.
Clarify the EB-2 versus EB-3 pathway with your sponsor
If your Closer role requires a bachelor's degree plus five or more years of progressive sales experience, ask the employer to evaluate EB-2 eligibility alongside EB-3. Your priority date and total wait time can differ significantly between the two categories, particularly for nationals of high-demand countries.
Secure a written sponsorship commitment before resigning
Ask the employer to confirm in writing that PERM filing and I-140 sponsorship are part of your employment offer, not a future possibility. USCIS adjudicates your I-140 based on the employer's ability and intent to pay at the time of filing, so this commitment protects both parties.
Understand AC21 portability before you change jobs
If your I-485 has been pending 180 days or more, AC21 lets you move to a new employer in the same or similar occupation without restarting the green card process. For Closer roles, the new position must match your original SOC classification under DOL's occupational definitions.
Green Card Closer: Frequently Asked Questions
Can a Closer role qualify for EB-2 or EB-3 green card sponsorship?
Yes. Most Closer positions qualify under EB-3 as skilled workers if the role requires at least two years of experience or a bachelor's degree. EB-2 applies when the position requires an advanced degree or a bachelor's degree combined with five or more years of progressive experience in sales or a directly related field. Your employer's attorney will determine which category fits based on the actual job requirements.
How does green card sponsorship for a Closer differ from H-1B sponsorship?
Green card sponsorship leads to lawful permanent residency rather than a temporary status. The process starts with PERM labor certification filed with the Department of Labor, which requires a prevailing-wage determination and a formal recruitment test to show no qualified U.S. workers were available. After PERM approval, the employer files an I-140 petition with USCIS, followed by either adjustment of status or consular processing. There is no lottery, but per-country annual limits create priority-date backlogs for nationals of high-demand countries.
What does the PERM recruitment test mean for Closer applicants?
Before filing PERM, your employer must run documented recruitment efforts, including job postings, to demonstrate that no minimally qualified U.S. worker applied. You are not involved in this step, but the job description used in those postings must match the role you'll actually perform. If the requirements are written too narrowly around your specific background, DOL may audit or deny the application.
How do I find employers who sponsor green cards for Closer roles?
Search Migrate Mate to browse employers with verified PERM and employment-based sponsorship histories for sales and closing roles. Focusing on companies that have sponsored before reduces the risk of an employer agreeing in principle but then stalling when they learn what PERM actually involves, which is a common problem for first-time sponsors.
Can I change employers after my green card process has started?
It depends on where you are in the process. If your I-485 has been pending for at least 180 days and the new Closer role falls under the same or a similar SOC occupation, AC21 portability allows you to change employers without restarting. If you haven't yet reached that threshold, changing jobs typically requires a new PERM filing, though a previously approved I-140 priority date may carry over to a new employer's petition.