Regional Branch Manager

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. Our unique business model is a competitive strength and value driver, powered by our talented colleagues who put our customers first and achieve better results for our clients.Macatawa Bank, now part of the Wintrust Financial Corporation, is looking for top talent to join our team as a Branch Manager!  Why join us?An award-winning culture!  We are rated a Top Workplace by the Chicago Tribune (past 10 years) and Employee Recommended award by the Globe & Mail (past 6 years)Competitive pay and annual discretionary bonus eligibleComprehensive benefit package including medical, dental, vision, life, a 401k plan with a generous company match and tuition reimbursement to name a fewFamily-friendly work hoursWith 175+ community bank locations, we offer opportunities to grow and develop in your careerPromote from within cultureWhat you'll do:As a Regional Branch Manager, you will deliver superior financial results and best in class customer service by creating a proactive sales and service environment across mutltiple branches within the charter.  You will work with other lines of business to maximize growth and profitability.Essential Duties and Responsibilities:Establish and enhance the bank's presence in the local community while also promoting consistent involvement at the branch levelPromote products and services including deposit, loan and retirement productsPromote Wintrust and/or local brand as appropriateBuild strong partnerships between Retail Banking and other business linesParticipate in networking events and initiate outbound calling effortsDrive the bank's Community Reinvestment Act Program through participation in community and bank events as well as involvement in local organizationsOperate within assigned authority levelsParticipate in corporate projects to align charter with Wintrust initiativesAssist Head of Retail in maintaining Wintrust cultureSupervisory Responsibilities: Strategize with managers to expand and retain new and existing customer relationshipsConduct regular meetings to keep team members informed and motivatedPerform regular coaching sessions with Retail team members and address employee performance issues as neededOversee operations, including hiring, leadership development and regional facility issuesEnsure regional team members comply with all department, bank and regulatory policies and proceduresEnsure adherence to all security procedures established to maintain safety for employees and customersResolve escalated customer mattersKnowledge/ Skills/ Abilities Required:Excellent customer service, organizational and problem-solving skillsExemplary interpersonal, verbal and written communication skillsHigh level knowledge of bank compliance and operationsStrong managerial and leadership skillsSuccessful record of sales excellenceAbility to handle multiple projects simultaneously in a fast-paced environmentIntermediate computer skillsTraining/ Education/ Experience Qualifications: High School education required; college degree or related banking experience strongly preferredMinimum 5+ years branch management experience requiredMinimum 5+ years in a customer contact/sales position or equivalent preferredExperience in business development preferredMay require NMLS certificationBenefits: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 InsuranceCompensation:The estimated salary range for this role is $100,000-$130,000, 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.#LI-ONSITEFrom 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.

Created: 2025-02-16