Middle Market Commercial Banker, AVP / VP

About Wintrust

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, maintaining more than 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. We are proud to rank consistently as a top place to work, having been rated a Top Workplace by the Chicago Tribune for the past 12 years and receiving 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.

About the Role

The Middle Market Commercial Banker serves as a vital link between Wintrust and our commercial clients. This role is designed for a relationship-driven professional who thrives on expanding existing customer connections and developing new business opportunities. You will manage and grow a portfolio of commercial banking customers, ensuring that every interaction fulfills client needs while driving the bank's profitability.

In this position, you will act as a trusted advisor, assessing both business and personal needs to provide exceptional service. Your day-to-day involves nurturing client relationships, negotiating loan structures, and effectively cross-selling products. You will also be responsible for maintaining a stable network of prospective customers through consistent outreach and building a professional network of Centers of Influence (COIs) to facilitate new business development. Success in this role requires a deep understanding of current commercial products, industry trends, and the ability to manage renewals and collection efforts with precision.

Hiring Process

We are committed to finding the right fit for our team. While specific interview steps may vary, candidates can expect a process designed to evaluate both professional expertise and cultural alignment. We look for individuals who demonstrate strong communication skills, a proven ability to establish client relationships, and the organizational skills necessary to proactively manage workflow.

Equal Opportunity Employer

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.