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Wintrust is seeking a Chief Credit Officer (CCO) to oversee credit risk functions and ensure compliance with lending practices. This leadership role requires extensive experience in credit risk management within a financial institution, alongside strong analytical and interpersonal skills.
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Job Summary
The Chief Credit Officer plays a pivotal role in overseeing and managing the credit risk functions within the organization.
Responsibilities include developing and implementing credit risk strategies, policies, and procedures to ensure prudent lending practices in compliance with the company’s credit policy.
The CCO will collaborate with executive leadership and key stakeholders to optimize credit decision-making processes and maintain a healthy credit portfolio.
Matching Summary
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Wintrust is seeking a Chief Credit Officer (CCO) to oversee credit risk functions and ensure compliance with lending practices. This leadership role requires extensive experience in credit risk management within a financial institution, alongside strong analytical and interpersonal skills.
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Salary
Base: $169,000-$228,000; Bonus/Equity: eligible to earn an annual bonus; Benefits: Medical Insurance, Dental, Vision, Life insurance, 401k plan with company match, tuition reimbursement, and more
Skills & Requirements
Must-have
Develop credit risk strategies and policies
Monitor credit exposure and KRIs
Analyze credit portfolios
Oversee credit risk and underwriting team
Ensure compliance with credit policies
Nice-to-have
Award-winning culture
Family-friendly work hours
Promote from within culture
Key Requirements
Bachelor's degree in finance, accounting, business, or related field
Minimum 10 years' experience in credit risk management
Strong leadership, organizational, and decision-making skills
Deep understanding of financial markets and credit risk modeling
Exceptional analytical skills and regulatory knowledge