Managing Director, Financial Markets and Funds Group

Wintrust provides community and commercial banking, specialty finance and wealth management services through its 16 bank charters and nine non-bank businesses. Wintrust delivers 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 more than 200 branch banking locations in Illinois, southwestern Florida, northwestern Indiana, west Michigan and southern Wisconsin and commercial banking offices in Chicago, Denver, Milwaukee, Grand Rapids, Mich., and in key branch banking locations throughout Illinois. Our people are the heart of our business and we are proud to rank consistently as a top place to work. Wintrust is a $66 billion financial institution based in Rosemont, Illinois, and listed on the NASDAQ Global Select Market under the symbol “WTFC.”

Why join us?

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 Managing Director, Financial Markets & Funds Group cultivates long-term relationships with institutional asset management clients and outside professional COIs by attending and coordinating networking events, functions, and community events. In this role, you will anticipate and deliver on client needs through advanced product knowledge, technical expertise, and strong transaction execution skills.

What You’ll Do

Develop and maintain a portfolio of alternative asset management clients with an emphasis on fund finance

Negotiate proper loan structure

Effectively cross sell products by assessing and meeting client’s business and personal needs

Keep properly documented files and manage renewals and collection efforts on past dues and defaulted loans

Sustain comprehensive understanding of current commercial products offered in the market and keeps informed of all relevant industry trends and practices

Build and nurture a professional network of COI’s and referral sources

Maintain a stable network of prospective customers with a consistent approach to calling

Mentor junior team members

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in business, finance, or related field

Minimum 10 years’ combined experience in commercial banking and fund finance

Knowledge of the financial markets and alternative investment industry is essential

Exhibits exemplary communication skills (both verbal and written) and executive presence

Successful track record of driving new business growth and developing well rounded client relationships

Strong analytical skills with the ability to understand and interpret the principles of accounting, credit, and finance

Comprehensive knowledge of federal and state regulations covering commercial banking activities

High ethical standards and personal integrity

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

Compensation

The estimated salary range for this role is $180,000-$210,000, 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.

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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.

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