Business Advisor (Spanish Speaker)
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Job Location:
New York City, NY - USA
Yearly Salary:
USD 55000 - 70000
Posted on:
2 days ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Why Join Renaissance
At Renaissance you wont just be filling a role youll be joining a mission-driven team that helps underserved entrepreneurs access the resources they need to succeed.Youll gain exposure to lending business development and community impact work while advancing your own career. If you are motivated by both numbers and people and want to see your work directly strengthen local communities this is the opportunity for you.
Compensation & Benefits
Renaissance offers a competitive compensation package designed to reward your impact and support your long-term career growth.- Salary range: $55000 $70000 commensurate with experience.
- Annual performance-based bonus opportunities tied to both individual and organizational success.
- Comprehensive benefits package (medical dental vision retirement plan).
- Generous PTO and paid holidays.
- Hybrid work model: flexibility to work remotely after a 6-month training period.
- Ongoing professional development coaching and opportunities for advancement within the organization.
- Be part of a mission-driven nonprofit CDFI that empowers entrepreneurs strengthens communities and fuels economic growth in NYC.
Position Summary
Are you passionate about helping small businesses grow and thrive As a Business Advisor (Spanish Speaker) at Renaissance you will play a critical role in supporting entrepreneurs across NYC. Youll work closely with small business owners to provide counseling access to capital and ongoing guidance that helps them succeed. This is a chance to use your business finance and community knowledge to make a real difference while advancing your career in economic development and lending.Reporting to the Senior Business Advisor/Team Leader you will build trusted relationships with small business clients package loan applications and provide hands-on business coaching. Youll also serve as a connector between local entrepreneurs and the resources they need to grow sustainably.
Key Responsibilities
- Build strong trust-based relationships with small business owners community organizations and referral partners.
- Provide one-on-one counseling to help clients understand financials cash flow and growth strategies.
- Assist clients in preparing complete loan application packages for REDC underwriting.
- Manage and monitor a portfolio of small business loans offering continued guidance and support post-funding.
- Conduct site visits to better understand client operations and business needs.
- Lead and facilitate workshops for entrepreneurs on topics like financial literacy business planning and growth strategies.
- Maintain accurate client records in Salesforce and ensure timely follow-ups.
- Actively participate in outreach events and community engagement to strengthen REDCs presence in Jackson Heights.
- Diligently and promptly enter and track all relevant client information in Salesforce.
- Uphold confidentiality of all client information.
- Meet expectations for attendance and punctuality.
- Perform other related duties as assigned.
What Were Looking For
- Bachelors degree OR equivalent experience in business finance or community development.
- Fluent in Spanish and English (written and spoken).
- 2 years of experience in small business counseling lending economic development or entrepreneurship.
- Hands-on experience running or supporting a small business (formal or informal).
- Strong knowledge of local businesses and community resources in NYC.
- Excellent communication relationship-building and problem-solving skills.
- Familiarity with finance/accounting principles is a plus.
- Strong background in client management and customer service.
- Commitment to the confidentiality of sensitive materials and information.
- Strong organizational skills with attention to detail.
- Experience working with low-income individuals in under-resourced communities.
- Proven ability to multitask work under pressure and meet deadlines.
- Proficiency in Salesforce Google applications and Microsoft Office Suite (specifically MS Word and Excel).
- Willingness to travel within NYC Long Island and Mid-Hudson Valley.
How We Work:
At Renaissance we are committed to serving the communities we support with dedication and excellence. We are a results-driven organization focused on empowerment and impact. Our employees are accountable pragmatic innovative and collaborative with a strong commitment to community service and development. We embrace strategic thinking and a commitment to treating each other and the communities we serve with respect and dignity. We have an aptitude for technology and a strong desire to continuously learn. This philosophy expands to the way we manage our work and the way we put our best foot forward. Expectations for all staff:- Support efforts that ensure a safe and healthy work environment.
- Appreciates the value of working collaboratively with individuals who bring a wide range of perspectives experiences and ways of thinking.
- An understanding of how systems and structures can affect peoples opportunities and experiences in different settings.
- Maintain a positive helpful attitude.
- Enjoy your time at work!
Who We Are:
Renaissances mission is to transform low-to-moderate income (LMI) communities and under-resourced entrepreneurs in our target markets by providing affordable small business loans training and counseling services. We serve the New York Metro Area including New York City Long Island the Mid-Hudson Valley and New Jersey. We are an affiliate to Asian Americans for Equality (AAFE).
We are US Treasury certified Community Development Financial Institution (CDFI) Small Business Administration (SBA) Intermediary Microlender and SBA Community Advantage (7a) lender.
Required Experience:
Manager
Key Skills
- Business Intelligence
- Sales Experience
- Compliance Management
- Risk Management
- Cold Calling
- Lean Six Sigma
- Upselling
- Business Management
- Regulatory Reporting
- SAP Supply Chain Management
- Economic Development
- Product Development
