Careers at First Star Capital
Available Positions
First Star is currently looking for talented, bright, and hard working people to fill the following positions:
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First Star Capital has more to offer than just a job. For the right person we have the opportunity of a lifetime.
We are a fast-growing entrepreneurial organization that is comprised of a great team of dynamic and independent thinkers. We work extremely hard but believe that it is of the utmost importance for the environment to be fulfilling, fun, and entertaining.
There are several reasons why our company continues to thrive in a fast paced, hyper competitive market place. First Star has a flat hierarchy where every team member contributes. There are no private offices so that we have a free flow of information between all functions / departments. We are all on the same team and have common goals. This corporate culture is unique as anyone that has previously worked in a bureaucracy can attest to. Because of our special environment we are very selective of whom we hire. We are only interested in the best, brightest, and hungriest people in the country.
We are dedicated to professional achievement but also strive to maintain a healthy work / life balance. Our clients are from a variety of industries across the country and we consistently strive to meet and exceed their expectations.
If you are the type of person that constantly seeks self improvement, embraces challenges and has a desire to excel in a rewarding and entrepreneurial environment then we want to hear from you. If you are confident in your ability to contribute to a winning environment then we encourage you to apply.
National Account Manager |
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As a National Account Manager you will be tasked with business development initiatives. This is a sales originations role that requires prospecting businesses from a variety of industries throughout the country to identify and secure commercial equipment financing opportunities for FSC. You'll manage existing accounts and develop new programs to build your portfolio of business while:
- Maintaining existing relationships and establishing new relationships with corporate decision makers
- Effectively and persuasively communicating the advantages of equipment financing and the benefits of working with FSC
- Acting with integrity to encourage customer loyalty, repeat business and valuable referrals
- Fearlessly prospect for new business opportunities via telephone and other specifically targeted methods
- Engaging in finance contract negotiations which produce profitable results
- Understanding each component of the FSC value proposition and always being prepared to present it in selling opportunities.
- Overseeing the transaction process from start to finish / from initial lead to funding which entails the coordination of all involved parties (clients, vendors, account coordinators, third party funding sources, etc.)
- Arrange and structure equipment lease / finance packages for the acquisition of business related equipment for commercial / corporate clientele.
Your skills, knowledge and abilities:
- Extraordinary motivation to be successful
- Outgoing personality with a positive and entrepreneurial attitude
- Fluid and persuasive communication skills
- Strong verbal and written communication skills
- Not afraid to work long hours in a competitive industry
- Bright individual that can react quickly and confidently under pressure
- Exceptional problem solving skills
- The ability to be cordial yet assertive during customer negotiations
- Ambition to earn an income in the top 1 percentile in the nation
- Bachelor's degree, Business Majors (preferred)
- Equipment leasing or commercial banking industry experience preferred
- FSC will provide new account managers the necessary guidance, training and mentoring required to ensure a successful ramp up with the company
Compensation / benefits:
- Lucrative commission split with no cap on income
- Peak performance annual bonus opportunity
- Residual income opportunities
- This opportunity is ideal for someone that wants no limits imposed on their personal income - our compensation plans never limit income.
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Equipment Finance Internship |
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We are currently looking for an entry level financial sales intern. Although sales experience is preferred, it is not required. This opportunity is best suited for an organized, entrepreneurial, and fearless person with excellent communication skills.
Responsibilities Include:
- Learning the knowledge, skills, and abilities to become a successful sales professional
- Develop and maintain relationships with small business owners / decision makers
- Utilize our pre-programmed state of the art lead generation tools
- Build goodwill and positive feedback while persuasively communicating the benefits of working with First Star Capital
- Grow into an authoritative leadership role amongst peers
Qualifications:
- Entry level candidate with the desire to learn about selling in the commercial finance industry
- Current college student preferred
- Although we feel that business, economics, and communications students will be best suited for this opportunity we are open to others as well.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Self confidence and initiative
- Organized and goal oriented
- PC literate in a Microsoft Windows environment
- Ability to work in a team environment yet independently and unsupervised
Benefits:
- Part-time or Full-time available (Mon - Fri 8am - 5pm)
- Flex hours available (minimum 18 hours per week)
- Hourly wage commensurate with experience & capabilities ($10 - $15 per hour)
- Performance based cash bonuses
- Performance based discretionary company incentives
- Referral letter based on completion internship
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Account Coordinator |
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You will work in conjunction with the sales and operations teams on all aspects of the documentation & funding processes. This is a vital role within FSC that encompasses sales support, administrative duties, documentation preparation / review and oversight of the funding process. You will also have the opportunity to research market trends, industry opportunities, and new technologies all of which can contribute to continued sales growth for FSC. Your efforts will help us ensure that we maintain client service levels and stay ahead of deadlines.
Immediate responsibilities and duties will be:
- Assimilating into an entrepreneurial environment that is low on politics and focused on team work.
- Interacting with all departments while having direct influence and facilitating positive results
- Maintaining an above average pace and energy level
- Communicating and articulating ideas / requirements both internally and externally
- Develop and maintain good working relationships with a variety of people
- Edit and proofread documentation for spelling, grammatical and other errors
- Utilize specific internet sites / computer programs for verifying information
Your skills, knowledge and abilities:
- Strong verbal and written communication skills
- Positive attitude and a fast paced working style
- Self starter with an enthusiastic approach to each days work
- Energetic, ambitious, and self motivated
- Bright individual that can react quickly, confidently and intelligently
- Proficient with Word, Excel, Outlook, and other PC functions applications
- Must be organized and have a knack for the smallest details
- Ability to maintain strict confidentiality and exercise good judgment
- Must be able to understand basic mathematical structures
- The ability to work on your own and with a team - proactively!
- Must be able to follow up within short deadlines and maintain a fast pace
- Natural inclination to go above and beyond in customer service
- Remember - there are no traffic jams on the extra mile!
Compensation / benefits:
- Competitive base salary + incentive package (based upon skills, experience and effectiveness)
- Complete medical benefits package plus 401K investment account
- Paid vacation, holidays, sick days and personal days
- Peak performance annual bonus opportunity
- Initial mentorship opportunities combined with long term management potential
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Admin / Marketing Intern |
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We are seeking Part Time help right now with the potential for this position to expand into a full time career oriented opportunity at a later date. This position will primarily entail administrative support (answering phones, filing, documentation, data entry) and marketing support (researching new target markets, compiling data, maintaining / expanding social network presences).
This opportunity is best suited for an organized person that is capable of working independently and unsupervised yet in a team environment. We are a young company with a casual yet professional environment and would like to find someone that finds this kind of atmosphere desirable.
Immediate responsibilities and duties will be:
- Data Entry to automate work flow process
- Answering phones / transferring calls, filing, scanning & email, basic administrative tasks
- Research and compile data for new marketing initiatives
- Learning what it takes to become a valuable member of the team
- Communicate in written and verbal form with colleagues and prospective clients
- Assist with basic documentation tasks associated with lease / loan transactions
Your skills, knowledge and abilities:
- Reliable entry level candidate with the desire to learn about commercial financing
- Current college student preferred
- Although we feel that students majoring in business and communications might be best suited for this opportunity we are open to others as well.
- Excellent verbal (friendly & polite phone etiquette) and written communication skills
- The ability to problem solve and take pride in your work
- Self confidence and initiative
- Organized and goal oriented
- PC literate in a Microsoft Windows environment – specifically proficient with Outlook, Word and Excel (helpful to understand Adobe Acrobat Pro but could learn on the job)
- Familiarity with Professional Social Networking – LinkedIn, Naymz, Facebook Pages
- Ability to work in a team environment yet independently and unsupervised
Compensation / benefits:
- Part-time available (office hours are Mon – Fri 8am – 5pm)
- We want someone 18 – 25 hours per week - flexible hours available
- Performance based discretionary company incentives
- Referral letter based on successful completion internship
- This part time marketing internship is an unpaid position
- This position has the potential to develop into a paid part time position and eventually a full time career oriented opportunity for the right person.
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