Small Business Lending and Coaching Manager

3 days ago

KalgoorlieBoulder, Australia Many Rivers Microfinance Ltd Full time $60,000 - $120,000 per year

Use your finance skills to change lives

If you've built your career in business banking, finance, or accounting and are now looking for work with real purpose, this could be the perfect next step.

At Many Rivers, we help people facing barriers to employment or disadvantage start and grow small businesses. Our Small Business Lending & Coaching Managers combine financial acumen with hands-on coaching to create sustainable change — one client, one business at a time.


About Many Rivers

Many Rivers is an Australian not-for-profit organisation providing microenterprise and community economic development support.

Inspired by Christian values, we work with people to overcome disadvantage, build thriving small businesses, and strengthen communities.

We've already supported more than 4,000 businesses across Australia and are growing our impact every year.


About the Role

As a Small Business Lending & Coaching Manager, you'll use your financial skills and relationship experience to help clients start, stabilise, and grow viable small enterprises.

You will:

  • Assess and support business viability – guide clients through business planning, cashflow management, and financial literacy.
  • Coach clients through the start-up journey – helping them make sound commercial decisions and build long-term capability.
  • Provide responsible lending support – assist clients with microfinance applications and loan management, applying sound credit principles.
  • Build trusted relationships – engage with local business networks, Indigenous leaders, and community organisations to identify and support potential clients.
  • Monitor and report on portfolio performance – using our CRM and established frameworks to manage business journeys and outcomes.

All tools of trade are provided, including a laptop, phone, and vehicle for regional travel. Intraregional travel is an essential part of the role.


Who We're Looking For

You'll bring a strong background in business, finance, or accounting — and a heart for helping people succeed.

You may have experience as:

  • A business banker or commercial lender
  • A small business accountant or advisor
  • A branch or relationship manager in financial services
  • A financial coach or enterprise development advisor

And you'll demonstrate:

  • Sound understanding of small business finance, cashflow, and risk
  • Excellent relationship and communication skills
  • Commercial judgement and a practical, problem-solving mindset
  • Ability to work independently and travel across the region
  • Empathy, patience, and respect for people from diverse backgrounds — including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities

Why Join Many Rivers

  • Make a measurable difference – use your financial expertise to create jobs and independence for people who need it most.
  • Work with purpose – help build stronger, self-sustaining communities.
  • Autonomy and flexibility – field-based role with national team support.
  • Professional development – structured onboarding, coaching, and annual conferences.
  • Tools provided – vehicle, phone, laptop, and travel support.

How to Apply

Please submit your resume and a cover letter outlining your motivation and relevant experience.

Pre-employment checks will include a Criminal History Check, Equifax Check, and Working with Children/Vulnerable People Check (where applicable).


Many Rivers – Empowering people through enterprise.

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