Business Banking Relationship Manager - Lincoln Park

Wintrust Financial Corporation in; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 92,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Business Banking Relationship Manager to foster and grow client relationships in the vibrant Lincoln Park area. This role offers a fantastic opportunity to engage with small businesses, drive loan and deposit growth, and collaborate with a dynamic team. With a commitment to community banking and a culture that promotes from within, this position is ideal for a motivated individual looking to make a significant impact. Enjoy competitive pay, a comprehensive benefits package, and the chance to be part of a top workplace recognized for its employee satisfaction.

Benefits

Annual discretionary bonus

Comprehensive benefit package

401k plan with company match

Tuition reimbursement

Family-friendly work hours

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of credit and lending experience combined.
• Completion of formal Bank Credit Training program preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manage and grow existing customer relationships with small businesses.
• Responsible for annual goals tied to loan and deposit volume.

Skills

Credit and lending experience

B2B sales experience

Excellent verbal and written communication

Interpersonal skills

Education

Bachelor's Degree in finance, business or accounting

Job description

Business Banking Relationship Manager - Lincoln Park (Administrative)

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 “Different Approach, Better Results” 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.

An award-winning culture! We are rated a Top Workplace by the Chicago Tribune (past 11 years) and Employee Recommended award by the Globe & Mail (past 6 years).

Competitive pay and annual discretionary bonus eligible.

Comprehensive benefit package including medical, dental, vision, life, a 401k plan with a generous company match and tuition reimbursement to name a few.

Family-friendly work hours.

Promote from within culture.

The Relationship Manager is responsible for the acquisition, retention and expansion of new and existing loans, deposit, and treasury relationships within small business and business banking sectors. This role will cover the Lincoln Park, Wrigleyville and Roscoe Village neighborhoods.

What You'll Do

1. Responsible for annual goals tied to loan and deposit volume, cross-sales, call planning/prospecting and fee income generation.
2. Manage and grow existing customer relationships with businesses that generally have <$5M in revenue.
3. Take ownership of credit sheet content and quality by working closely with credit analysts on their successful and timely completion.
4. Execute exemplary portfolio management.
5. Work closely with internal partners to generate internal referrals as wells as developing an external network of centers of influence.
6. Take part in bank events during and after hours.
7. Responsible for understanding the impact of lending on the bank's CRA goals.

Qualifications

1. Bachelor's Degree in finance, business or accounting or related field.
2. Completion of formal Bank Credit Training program, preferred but not required.
3. Minimum 5 years of credit and lending experience combined.
4. Prior B2B, small business banking, or consultative outside sales experience in financial services.
5. Excellent verbal and written communications skills.
6. Strong interpersonal skills with a proven ability establishing client relationships.

Compensation

The estimated salary range for this role is $65,000-$92,000, 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.

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 be Chicago's Bank and Wisconsin's Bank, 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.