[Hiring] AVP, Credit Officer @Wintrust Financial Corporation

Role Description

Wintrust Commercial Finance (WCF), an affiliate of Wintrust Financial Corporation, is looking for an AVP-Credit Officer candidate. This position will have active involvement in the growth of a commercial finance business.

• The candidate will be assigned to the Credit department with a focus on underwriting and portfolio management.
• Underwrite transactions and perform an analysis of all finance, credit, legal, and business aspects of prospective customers.
• Interact with customers and/or capital market partners to facilitate effective underwriting of a transaction.
• Conduct industry, business, and collateral research.
• Prepare thorough investment write-ups and periodic reviews with recommendations that exhibit thoughtful and well-reasoned decisions.
• Coordinate all documentation, lien perfection, and closing activities associated with approved transactions while exhibiting a strong understanding of potential risks and acceptable mitigants.
• Spread financial statements into WCF’s standard format for further analysis.
• Work with Legal and Operations to facilitate effective transaction funding, reporting, and customer service.
• Perform annual reviews of existing obligors and assist in the preparation of semiannual review packages.
• Adhere to established WCF policies and procedures.

Qualifications

• Resolves non-routine problems with specialized knowledge.
• Applies comprehensive concepts within the field.
• Demonstrates considerable judgment in selecting methods.
• Individual Contributor.

Benefits

• Medical Insurance
• Dental
• Vision
• Life insurance
• Accidental death and dismemberment
• Short-term and long-term Disability Insurance
• Parental Leave
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Traditional and Roth 401(k) with company match
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan at 5% discount
• Critical Illness Insurance
• Accident Insurance
• Transportation and Commuting Benefits
• Banking Benefits
• Pet Insurance

Company Description

Wintrust Asset Finance is an equipment-focused financing group that offers sophisticated loan and lease products to commercial companies throughout the country in a wide range of industries, including transportation, construction, manufacturing, energy services, aviation, and turn-key property, plant, and equipment, among others.

Wintrust Financial Corporation is a financial services holding company based in Rosemont, Illinois, with assets above $70 billion. Wintrust Financial Corporation is publicly traded under the symbol WTFC.

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.