Smart Financial Lending is expanding after a successful joint venture with Mortgage Advice Bureau (MAB) Sydney. This is not a startup — it’s a continuation of a proven model. We’re now scaling our lending division in the Illawarra and seeking a driven Senior Lending Specialist to help lead the charge.
You’ll be joining a business with momentum, infrastructure, and a clear vision for growth — backed by two award-winning financial services brands.
About The Role
As our Senior Lending Specialist, you’ll:
- Build and manage a mortgage broking practice serving the Illawarra community.
- Collaborate with financial planners and our in-house accountant to deliver integrated wealth and lending solutions.
- Provide expert mortgage advice across residential, investment, and SMSF lending.
- Develop relationships with local real estate agents, builders, and skilled networks.
- Drive business development through community engagement and local partnerships.
- Maintain exceptional service standards and mentor future team members.
- Represent Smart Financial at local events and networking opportunities.
Why Join Us?
- Warm Leads from Day One Immediate access to Smart Financial’s extensive client base and referrals from 14 financial planners — plus in-house chartered accountant referrals and support.
- Established Infrastructure Dedicated office space with full reception, boardroom facilities, and reserved parking for both broker and clients.
- Remote Support Structure Managerial and operational support in place to help you focus on client outcomes and growth.
- Central Location Our Warilla office is strategically positioned in the heart of the Illawarra.
- Growth Pathways Already running a brokerage? We’re open to merger, acquisition, or partnership discussions.
- Equity Opportunity For proven performers, there’s a genuine pathway to ownership and equity.
Essential What You’ll Bring
- Banking, lending, or financial services experience.
- Entrepreneurial mindset with initiative and drive.
- Strong connection to the Illawarra community.
- Certificate IV in Finance and Mortgage Broking (or commitment to obtain within 6 months).
- Excellent communication and relationship-building skills.
Highly Regarded
- Experience in retail or business banking, or financial planning.
- Diploma of Finance and Mortgage Broking Management.
- Existing professional network in the Illawarra.
- Track record of sales success or business development.
- Understanding of investment property and wealth creation strategies.
What We Offer
- Competitive base salary + uncapped commission structure.
- Immediate revenue opportunity with warm leads.
- Dedicated coaching and mentorship from experienced brokers.
- Access to advanced CRM, AI tools, and processing systems.
- Marketing and business development budget.
- Ongoing professional development and conference attendance.
- Genuine equity-building opportunity.
- Coastal lifestyle with modern office facilities and collaborative team environment.
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📌 Senior Lending Specialist
🏢 ILLAWARRA MERCURY
📍 Coniston