Job Description

Angott Search Group is pleased to partner with a nearly $8 billion Illinois bank in their search for a Market President. In this role, you will provide strategic leadership and direction to ensure the bank’s continued growth, profitability, and community presence. As Market President, you will oversee all aspects of the bank's operations, including lending, customer service, marketing, and business development, with a focus on fostering long-term success.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and manage the market location to drive sales, service, and profitability, ensuring alignment with the bank’s overall strategic goals.
• Provide proactive leadership and guidance to staff, promoting a positive, customer-focused culture.
• Oversee lending operations, including direct lending activities, credit quality, and loan review, ensuring a strong and healthy loan portfolio.
• Supervise, mentor, and support the lending team to meet individual and organizational performance goals.
• Manage collection functions to ensure timely resolution and maintain portfolio quality.
• Represent the bank in the community by building and strengthening relationships with clients, business leaders, and community organizations.
• Drive business development efforts by making calls on prospective customers and expanding market share through quality lending and personalized service.
• Collaborate with marketing to support local initiatives that enhance the bank’s brand and presence in the market.
• Monitor financial performance and ensure the market meets both short- and long-term profitability targets.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration, Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related field.
• 10+ years of banking experience, with at least 5-7 years in a management role.
• Strong leadership skills with a proven ability to inspire and develop high-performing teams.
• In-depth knowledge of lending practices, credit quality management, and portfolio oversight.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and ability to work independently, as well as collaboratively with team members.
• Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills, with a commitment to delivering outstanding customer service.
• Strong business acumen and a track record of driving growth and profitability.