Commercial Banking Lending Strategies Specialist

At Wintrust, we pride ourselves on providing top-notch community and commercial banking, specialty finance, and wealth management services. Our diverse array of services is supported through 16 bank charters and nine non-bank businesses, offering the sophistication of a large bank while maintaining the personalized, relationship-focused service our community banking roots are known for. With over 200 branch locations across several states and commercial banking offices in key cities, we serve clients in all 50 states. As a $66 billion financial institution listed on the NASDAQ Global Select Market, we consistently rank as a top place to work.

Why join us?

An award-winning culture, consistently recognized as a Top Workplace by the Chicago Tribune and Employee Recommended by the Globe & Mail.

Competitive compensation and eligibility for an annual discretionary bonus.

Comprehensive benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and a generous 401(k) plan with company match.

Family-friendly work hours promoting a healthy work-life balance.

A strong culture of internal promotion, encouraging career growth from within.

The Lending Strategies Specialist will play a pivotal role in managing key projects within our lending departments, with an emphasis on user and access management for specific vendor platforms like Experian, DocuSign, CSC, and Core Logic (Cotality).

Key Responsibilities :

• User and Access Management

Oversee user access and permissions for lending-related systems and vendor platforms, ensuring compliance with company policies and regulatory standards.

Support adherence to established access management protocols.

Collaborate with vendors, including Experian and DocuSign, addressing troubleshooting issues and integration challenges.

Engage in various projects within the Lending Strategies department, ensuring timely adherence to project objectives.

Qualifications :

Associate's degree in a relevant field.

1 - 3 years of client services experience.

Exceptional verbal and written communication skills.

Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills and the ability to analyze and resolve network issues.

Strong interpersonal skills for effective collaboration with clients and team members.

Proficient in Microsoft Office applications, particularly MS Excel, and quick to learn new systems.

Experience with vendors such as Experian, DocuSign, CSC, Core Logic (Cotality), nCino, and Salesforce is a plus.

Benefits :

Medical insurance, dental and vision coverage.

Life and disability insurance options.

Parental leave and Employee Assistance Program (EAP).

Traditional and Roth 401(k) with company match.

Flexible Spending Account (FSA) options.

Employee Stock Purchase Plan at a 5% discount.

Transportation benefits and unique banking benefits.

Pet insurance options.

Compensation :

The estimated salary range for this position is $42,000-$55,000, with the opportunity to earn an annual bonus. Actual salaries may vary based on individual qualifications, skills, and experiences.

Join us in creating an inclusive workplace where everyone is valued and empowered to succeed. Wintrust Financial Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer, dedicated to fostering a diverse environment.