AVP, Branch Manager

Wintrust Mortgage was founded in 1981 to help customers achieve the American dream of homeownership and has since successfully navigated the ever-changing real estate market. As a full-service, federally chartered lender with offices located across the country, we’re dedicated to providing customers with a wide range of mortgage products and have the capability to lend in all 50 states. To complement the basic conventional, FHA, and VA loan programs, we are uniquely positioned to meet the needs of the continually evolving market. Wintrust Mortgage is part of Wintrust, a financial services company with more than $66 billion in assets.

Why join this team?

• We have a culture that encourages an entrepreneurial spirit

• We offer multiple opportunities for development and upward mobility

Job Description Summary:

The Branch Manager will be responsible for leading a team of loan officers to achieve production goals and growth through strategic initiatives, coaching, mentoring and problem solving. As a Branch Manager, you will be proactive in retaining current employees and driving sales performance. You will lead by example through encouraging open communication, and trust between sales and operational departments. You will also strive to engage team members in healthy competition! 
 
What You’ll Do:

• Identify, recruit, and onboard top-tier loan officers with proven referral networks and a strong track record of production.

• Build partnerships with realtors, builders, and other local professionals to establish a sustainable pipeline of purchase business and increase market penetration.

• Leverage existing industry relationships to generate consistent, high-quality referral business and expand the company’s market presence.

• Manage the day-to-day loan origination process from point of contact to closing of the loan 

• Monitor and manage daily production activity to ensure a high level of efficiency and profitability 

• Assist team in cultivating new and ongoing business through referrals 

• Develop and mentor a successful sales team capable of consistently meeting and exceeding monthly stats/production goals 

• Maintain a high level of integrity of daily functions 

• Create a sense of teamwork, synergy and pride 

• Ability to access individual team member’s strengths and areas of improvement 

• Promote a high level of customer service with borrower exchange, 3rd party vendors, and real estate agents 

• Manage schedules, time off, commission reports, and overtime 

• Perform additional duties as required 

 
Qualifications:

• Minimum 5+ years’ mortgage loan origination experience

• 2+ years’ previous management experience or proven leadership ability 

• Excellent verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills 

• Solid working knowledge of Microsoft Suite, including EXCEL 

• Extensive knowledge of Sales Encompass a plus

• Thorough understanding of product/underwriting guidelines and compliance criteria 

• Able to effectively analyze credit, capacity, assets, and collateral

• Ability to provide constructive criticism with a collaborative outcome 

• Ability to handle personal matters in a discreet and professional manner 

• Quest to continually learn and educate self on industry practices and market indicators 

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 minimum salary for this role is $43,888.00 along with eligibility to earn monthly commissions, and overrides on team production. Eligible for Branch Manager quarterly bonus.

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.