Wintrust Financial Corporation

Commercial Real Estate Banker, AVP / VP

Wintrust Financial Corporation • $95K — $150K *
Finance & Insurance
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in business, finance, economics, or accounting
  • Minimum 3 years of experience in commercial real estate lending
  • Solid understanding of credit and risk principles and banking policies
  • Exceptional written, verbal, negotiation, and presentation skills
  • Strong analytical and organizational skills
  • Proficient with Microsoft Office
  • Demonstrate high ethical standards and personal integrity

Responsibilities

  • Cultivate new commercial business relationships to increase profitability
  • Nurture existing client relationships to meet business and personal needs
  • Negotiate loan structures and cross-sell banking products
  • Manage a portfolio with proper documentation and compliance
  • Stay informed on market trends and commercial product offerings
  • Build and maintain a network of referral sources for business development
  • Consistently approach and maintain a pipeline of prospective clients

Benefits

  • Medical Insurance
  • Dental
  • Vision
  • Life insurance
  • Short-term and long-term Disability Insurance
  • Parental Leave
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
  • 401(k) with company match
  • Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
  • Employee Stock Purchase Plan at 5% discount
  • Transportation and Commuting Benefits
  • Banking Benefits
  • Pet Insurance
Full Job Description
Commercial Real Estate Banker is responsible for managing and growing a portfolio of commercial real estate clients for Wintrust Bank within the Chicago Market. This position provides exceptional service to build and strengthen customer relationships by promoting products and services as appropriate to identify and fulfill customer needs. Responsible for new business development through referral sources and disciplined calling efforts.

What You'll Do

  • Increase the Bank's profitability by cultivating new commercial business relationships
  • Nurture existing client relationships by assessing and meeting client's business and personal needs
  • Negotiate proper loan structure and effectively cross sell products
  • Maintain properly documented files and manage a portfolio with no documentation, covenant, or reporting exceptions
  • Sustain comprehensive understanding of current commercial products offered in the market and keep informed of all relevant industry trends and practices
  • Build and maintain a professional network of COI's and referral sources to facilitate new business development opportunities
  • Maintain a stable network of prospective customers with consistent approach to calling


Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in business, finance, economics, or accounting
  • Solid understanding of general credit and risk principles, and banking policies/procedures; formal credit training is preferred
  • Minimum 3 years' experience in commercial real estate lending
  • Exceptional written, verbal, negotiation, and presentation skills
  • Excellent analytical and organization skills with the ability to prioritize workflow
  • Proficient with Microsoft Office
  • Demonstrate high ethical standards and personal integrity


Benefits

Medical Insurance • Dental • Vision • Life insurance • Accidental death and dismemberment • Short-term and long-term Disability Insurance • Parental Leave • Employee Assistance Program (EAP) • Traditional and Roth 401(k) with company match • Flexible Spending Account (FSA) • Employee Stock Purchase Plan at 5% discount • Critical Illness Insurance • Accident Insurance • Transportation and Commuting Benefits • Banking Benefits • Pet Insurance

Compensation

The estimated salary range for this role is $95,000-$150,000, along with eligibility to earn an annual bonus. Actual salaries may vary based on several factors, such as a candidate's qualifications, skills and experience.

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About Wintrust Financial Corporation

Wintrust Financial Corporation is a financial holding company that provides banking and other financial services to individuals and businesses in the Chicago metropolitan area and southern Wisconsin. The company operates through three business segments: community banking, specialty finance, and wealth management. Wintrust offers a range of banking products and services, including checking and savings accounts, loans, mortgages, and credit cards. The company also provides insurance, leasing, and treasury management services. Wintrust has a strong commitment to community involvement and has donated millions of dollars to local charities and non-profit organizations.
Learn more about Wintrust Financial Corporation
Size
5,239 employees
Market Cap
$5 billion
Industry
Net Income
$292.9 million
Founded
1995
5 Year Trend
+9.4%
NASDAQ

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