Middle Market Commercial Banker, AVP / VP
Not Disclosed•Full-TimeOn-site
location_onAfter School Matters, 3435, North Cicero Avenue, Portage Park, Chicago, Jefferson Township, Cook County, Illinois, 60641, United States
Wintrust is a $66 billion financial institution based in Rosemont, Illinois, listed on the NASDAQ Global Select Market under the symbol "WTFC." We provide community and commercial banking, specialty finance, and wealth management services through 16 bank charters and nine non-bank businesses. Our mission is to deliver the sophisticated solutions of a large bank while staying true to the relationship-focused, personalized service of our community banking roots. We serve clients in all 50 states, with over 200 branch banking locations across Illinois, southwestern Florida, northwestern Indiana, west Michigan, and southern Wisconsin, alongside commercial banking offices in Chicago, Denver, Milwaukee, and Grand Rapids.
Our people are the heart of our business, and we are proud to rank consistently as a top place to work. We have been rated a Top Workplace by the Chicago Tribune for the past 12 years and have received the Employee Recommended award by the Globe & Mail for the past 6 years. We foster a "promote from within" culture and offer family-friendly work hours to support our team's well-being.
The Middle Market Commercial Banker is the driving force behind managing and growing a portfolio of commercial banking customers. This role exists to expand existing customer relationships and develop new business through exceptional service. You will act as a trusted advisor, building and strengthening relationships by promoting products and services that fulfill specific customer needs.
In this position, you will cultivate new commercial business relationships to increase the Bank's profitability while nurturing existing clients by assessing and meeting their business and personal needs. Your day-to-day involves negotiating proper loan structures, effectively cross-selling products, and maintaining a stable network of prospective customers through consistent outreach. You will also build and maintain a professional network of Centers of Influence (COIs) and referral sources to facilitate new business development opportunities, ensuring a comprehensive understanding of current commercial products and industry trends.
From our first day in business, Wintrust has been proud to serve a variety of unique communities and people from all walks of life. To build a company that reflects the communities we serve, we believe that fostering a unique and inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued and empowered to succeed will support our ongoing success. 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, sex, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information, and other legally protected categories.
Work model: On-site
After School Matters, 3435, North Cicero Avenue, Portage Park, Chicago, Jefferson Township, Cook County, Illinois, 60641, United States
Chicago, Illinois
Formal bank credit training
Wintrust Financial Corporation • Chicago, Illinois
Wintrust Financial Corporation • Chicago, Illinois
Wintrust Financial Corporation • Chicago, Illinois
Skills: C&i Lending, Credit, Risk Principles, Banking Policies/procedures, Commercial Banking.
Education: Bachelor's degree in business, finance, economics, or accounting required.
Wintrust Financial Corporation, headquartered in Rosemont, Illinois, operates within the financial services sector by offering a diverse range of banking, specialty finance, and wealth management solutions. The organization combines sophisticated financial capabilities with a community-focused approach to serve individual and business clients across its operational footprint. By prioritizing client needs, the company delivers tailored financial strategies designed to generate meaningful community impact and shareholder value.
Guiding every decision and action at Wintrust are core values including integrity, accountability, well-being, and teamwork. These principles shape the corporate culture and ensure that services are delivered with a focus on long-term relationships and ethical standards. The firm maintains a presence that supports local economies while providing comprehensive financial tools to help clients navigate their economic goals.
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Experience
5+ yrs (Senior)
Education
Bachelor's degree in business, finance, economics, or accounting required
Job Type
Full-Time