What are the responsibilities and job description for the Vice President/Senior Vice President, Commercial Real Estate Lending position at Wintrust Financial?
Join Wintrust, a financial holding company with approximately $62 billion in assets, traded on the NASDAQ Global Select Market. We pride ourselves on our Different Approach, Better Results philosophy, delivering the resources of a large bank while ensuring a personalized community banking experience.
With over 200 retail banking locations across the greater Chicago area and beyond, Wintrust empowers you to make a real impact in the community. Our diverse services include residential mortgage origination, wealth management, and various tailored financial solutions.
Why Join Us?
Be part of an award-winning culture recognized as a Top Workplace by the Chicago Tribune for 11 consecutive years.
Enjoy competitive pay and eligibility for discretionary or incentive bonuses.
Benefit from a comprehensive package including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, a generous 401(k) match, and tuition reimbursement.
Experience family-friendly work hours.
Explore opportunities for career growth across 175 community bank locations.
Thrive in a promote-from-within culture.
Why Join This Team?
Become part of a vibrant, team-oriented environment focused on individual growth.
Advance your career by joining a growing organization.
Position Overview :
The Commercial Real Estate Lender plays a crucial role in managing and expanding a portfolio of commercial real estate clients. This position emphasizes exceptional customer service to build and strengthen relationships while proactively promoting our diverse products and services.
What You'll Do :
- Develop and manage a portfolio of commercial real estate relationships, focusing on revenue growth and cross-selling services.
- Handle various real estate transactions including multifamily, retail, industrial, office, self-storage, land development, and commercial construction loans.
- Maintain and grow existing client relationships while establishing new prospects through referrals and outreach.
- Participate in loan syndications and manage those relationships effectively.
- Network with CRE centers of influence, investors, and attorneys to cultivate a robust referral base.
- Prepare and present credit memos and deal terms, ensuring accuracy and adherence to credit guidelines.
- Oversee review and underwriting of credit requests and provide recommendations to senior management.
- Lead the development and mentoring of less experienced commercial real estate lenders and portfolio managers.
Qualifications :
Benefits :
Competitive benefits including medical, dental, vision insurance, life insurance, disability coverage, parental leave, an Employee Assistance Program, 401(k) with company match, Flexible Spending Accounts, stock purchase plans, and more.
Compensation :
The estimated salary range for this role is between $105,000 and $167,000, with additional opportunities for annual bonuses. Actual salary will vary based on qualifications, skills, and experience.
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Wintrust is dedicated to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, considering all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or veteran status.
Salary : $105,000 - $167,000
