Wintrust Financial Corporation

Team Lead Portfolio Management CRE

Wintrust Financial Corporation$117K — $158K *
Finance & Insurance
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in business, finance, accounting or related field
  • Minimum 7 years' commercial credit experience focusing on Commercial Real Estate
  • Strong understanding of credit principles, risk management, and banking policies
  • Preferred prior management experience
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills
  • Strong analytical and organizational skills

Responsibilities

  • Assign and prioritize ongoing workflow for the team
  • Mentor Portfolio Managers and Credit Analysts through auditing and feedback
  • Liaise between Lending and Portfolio Management teams to align new business and portfolio management
  • Ensure quality control in underwriting by reviewing and providing feedback on analysis
  • Oversee portfolio management activities to monitor performance and risk ratings
  • Train and develop team members to enhance their skills
  • Manage risk reviews on a quarterly and annual basis

Benefits

  • Medical Insurance
  • Dental and Vision Insurance
  • Life insurance
  • Short-term and long-term Disability Insurance
  • Parental Leave
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
  • 401(k) with company match options
  • Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
  • Employee Stock Purchase Plan at a discount
  • Transportation and Commuting Benefits
  • Pet Insurance
Full Job Description
The Portfolio Manager Team Lead, Commercial Real Estate manages the administration of a portfolio consisting of CRE Middle Market client credit exposures across various asset classes while managing and prioritizing the workflow of a team of Portfolio Managers and Credit Analysts with varying experience levels.

What You'll Do
  • Primary responsibilities include assignment, management, and prioritization of ongoing workflow, mentoring Portfolio Managers and Credit Analysts by auditing work products and providing feedback, while contributing to the organizational development of these employees
  • Serve as the liaison between assigned Lending and Portfolio Management teams assuring new business activities are prioritized while portfolio management responsibilities (renewals, annual reviews, covenant testing, reporting exceptions, documentation exceptions, etc.) are properly managed in accordance with Wintrust Credit Policy
  • Provide a layer of quality control in the underwriting process by reviewing work and providing feedback to Portfolio Managers and Credit Analysts to ensure analysis and underwriting documents are accurate, risks are properly identified and mitigated, and a structure is in place to appropriately govern the credit based on risk profile
  • Oversee all portfolio management activities in order to monitor portfolio performance, accurately assign risk ratings, and proactively address potential concerns
  • Train, mentor, and develop Portfolio Managers and Credit Analysts
  • Manage quarterly and annual risk reviews
  • Help drive and support innovation and continuous efficiency improvements


Qualifications
  • Bachelor's degree in business, finance, accounting or related field
  • Minimum 7 years' commercial credit experience with a strong understanding of Commercial Real Estate credit principles, risk management and mitigation, and banking policies/procedures
  • Prior experience managing a team preferred but not required
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills
  • Strong analytical, organizational, and time management skills
  • Strong interpersonal skills with a proven ability to establish relationships and work in a team environment


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 annual salary range for this role is $117,000-$158,000 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.

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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