Job Description

Wintrust is a financial holding company with approximately $62 billion in assets whose common stock is traded on the NASDAQ Global Select Market. Guided by its xe2x80x9cDifferent Approach, Better Resultsxe2x80x9d philosophy, Wintrust offers the sophisticated resources of a large bank while providing a community banking experience to each customer. Wintrust operates more than 200 retail banking locations through 16 community bank subsidiaries in the greater Chicago, southern Wisconsin, west Michigan, northwest Indiana, and southwest Florida market areas. In addition, Wintrust operates various non-bank business units, providing residential mortgage origination, wealth management, commercial and life insurance premium financing, short-term accounts receivable financing/outsourced administrative services to the temporary staffing services industry, and qualified intermediary services for tax-deferred exchanges. Our unique business model is a competitive strength and value driver, powered by our talented colleagues who put our customers first and achieve better results for our clients.Why join us?An award-winning culture! We are rated a Top Workplace by the Chicago Tribune (past 10 years) and Employee Recommended award by the Globe & Mail (past 6 years)Competitive pay and annual discretionary bonus eligibleComprehensive benefit package including medical, dental, vision, life, a 401k plan with a generous company match and tuition reimbursement to name a fewFamily-friendly work hoursWith 200+ community bank locations, we offer opportunities to grow and develop in your careerPromote from within cultureWe are looking for an experienced Relationship Manager to join our Community Banking team!Territory includes Lawndale/North Lawndale, Douglass Park, and Near West Side.The Small Business Banking Relationship Manager is responsible for the acquisition, retention, and expansion of new and existing loan, deposit, and treasury relationships. In this position, you will help structure, underwrite, negotiate, and manage complex credit relationships.What Youxe2x80x99ll DoResponsible for annual goals tied to loan and deposit volume, cross-sales, call planning/prospecting and fee income generationManage and grow existing customer relationships with businesses that generally have up to $2M in revenueNurture and develop existing portfolio by assessing and meeting clientxe2x80x99s business and personal needsNegotiate proper loan structure and effectively cross sell productsMaintain properly documented files and manage renewals and collection efforts on past dues and defaulted loansBuild and manage a professional network of COIxe2x80x99s and referral sourcesMaintain a stable network of prospective customers with a consistent approach to callingQualificationsBachelorxe2x80x99s Degree in related field preferredMinimum 3 yearsxe2x80x99 relationship, community, and/or small business banking experienceCompletion of formal bank credit training program, preferred but not requiredExcellent verbal and written communications skillsStrong analytical, organizational and time management skills with the ability to proactively manage and prioritize workflowStrong interpersonal skills with a proven ability establishing client relationships and working in a team environmentBenefitsMedical Insurance xe2x80xa2 Dental xe2x80xa2 Vision xe2x80xa2 Life insurance xe2x80xa2 Accidental death and dismemberment xe2x80xa2 Short-term and long-term Disability Insurance xe2x80xa2 Parental Leave xe2x80xa2 Employee Assistance Program (EAP) xe2x80xa2 Traditional and Roth 401(k) with company match xe2x80xa2 Flexible Spending Account (FSA) xe2x80xa2 Employee Stock Purchase Plan at 5% discount xe2x80xa2 Critical Illness Insurance xe2x80xa2 Accident Insurance xe2x80xa2 Transportation and Commuting Benefits xe2x80xa2 Banking Benefits xe2x80xa2 Pet Insurance#LI-AC1From our first day in business, Wintrust has been proud to serve a variety of unique communities and people from all walks of life. To be Chicagoxe2x80x99s Bankxc2xae and Wisconsin's Bankxc2xae, we need to reflect that diversity both in all the communities we serve, the people we employ, the organizations we work with, and our banking and lending practices. Wintrust Financial Corporation, including community banking and financial services subsidiaries, is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expressions, genetic information, marital status, age, disability, or status as a covered veteran or any other characteristic protected by law.

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