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 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 discretionary or incentive bonus eligible
Comprehensive benefit package including medical, dental, vision, life, a 401k plan with a generous company match and tuition reimbursement to name a few.
Family-friendly work hours
With 175+ community bank locations, we offer opportunities to grow and develop in your career.
Promote from within culture.
Why join this team?
We have a culture that encourages an entrepreneurial spirit.
We offer multiple opportunities for development and upward mobility.
What You’ll Do:
The Operations Specialist role covers several critical business functions supporting both the operations and appraisal teams. The Operations Specialists handle all trust and Power of Attorney reviews for the Closing Department. They oversee the draw management and reimbursements on renovation and construction transaction. They authorize the release of escrow holdbacks and work with Accounts Payable on invoices. The Operations Specialists handle reporting for the credit department. They also support underwriting functions such as maintaining exclusionary lists and serving as a backup to other credit related functions.
Construction Draw Management and Approval/Release of Escrow Funds
Trust and Power of Attorney review and approval
Underwriting support functions
Department Reporting and Exclusionary Lists
Qualifications:
3-5 years’ experience appraisal operations.
Knowledge of Construction Draw Management, Trust and Power of Attorney reviews, Escrow holdback, and underwriting functions.
Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent
Advanced Computer Skills
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 hourly range for this role is $20.19 - $26.44, 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.
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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.
Skills Required
- 3-5 years' experience in appraisal operations
- Knowledge of Construction Draw Management, Trust and Power of Attorney reviews, Escrow holdback, and underwriting functions
- Bachelor's Degree or equivalent
- Advanced Computer Skills
Wintrust Financial Corporation Compensation & Benefits Highlights
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Affordable Benefits — Employer covers a large share of medical premiums, making health coverage comparatively low cost. Plan options are broad and pair with HSA/FSA choices and wellbeing programs.
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Parental & Family Support — Paid maternity, parental, and adoption leave are structured and fully paid, with backup childcare access through Bright Horizons. Adoption assistance and family support resources further strengthen caregiving support.
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Retirement Support — A 401(k) with a company match and an employee stock purchase plan provide multiple savings and ownership avenues. Match mechanics and plan access are noted features of the total rewards offering.
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What We Do
Wintrust Financial (Wintrust) is a financial services holding company based in Rosemont, Illinois, with $50 billion in assets. Wintrust engages in the business of providing traditional community banking services, wealth management services, commercial insurance premium financing, mortgage origination and more.
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