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.”

Wintrust was founded with the idea to be the alternative to the big banks. We are looking for top talent to join Chicago’s Bank®, as a full-time Executive Assistant supporting our Libertyville Bank & Trust CEO/Market Head and team! 

Responsibilities:

• Assist with the management of CEO’s daily schedule

• Provide periodic support to the Business Security Officer and Head of Retail

• Coordinate meetings/events, assist with generation of various reports, presentation preparation, expense reporting, and completion of assigned projects

• Conserve executive's time by reading, researching, and routing correspondence; drafting letters and documents; collecting and analyzing information; initiating telecommunications

• Prepare agendas, notices, minutes and resolutions for meetings

• Process accounts payable, including reconciliation of the Bank’s corporate credit card

• Maintain office supplies and order replacements; manage office equipment and maintenance

• Provide back-up support to other administrative support staff as needed

Qualifications:

• Advanced computer skills with MS Office Suite

• 3+ years secretarial, administrative assistant, office services experience supporting various management levels required

• High school degree or equivalent required; associate or bachelor’s degree preferred

• Excellent interpersonal, communication (both written and oral), and telephone etiquette skills

• Demonstrated ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously and meet designated deadlines

• Attention to detail and strong organizational, planning, and problem-solving skills

• Customer focus in dealing with all levels of employees and visitors

• Ability to maintain confidential and sensitive information

Compensation:

The estimated hourly rate for this role is $26.44 - $37.00, along with eligibility to earn an annual bonus. Actual pay rate may vary based on several factors, such as a candidate’s qualifications, skills, and experience.

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

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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.