Commercial Banking & Wealth Management Leadership Development Program

Position Summary

Buseys Leadership Development Institute provides a unique and comprehensive learning experience focused on Commercial Banking and Wealth Management through an intensive 24-month rotational training program. Participants gain foundational skills and specialized insight while immersing in a relationship-focused culture to deliver personalized client solutions.

Program Expectations
Participants are based in Champaign, Illinois, with exposure to executive leadership and opportunities to travel across Buseys markets. Career paths include Commercial Banking or Wealth Management roles such as Commercial Portfolio Manager or Wealth Advisor Associate.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Develop understanding of credit products, lending practices, and financial analysis by working on live commercial loan requests.
• Earn Wealth Management Specialist (TM) designation and gain experience in financial planning and presenting to clients and prospects.
• Curriculum rotations cover relationship and treasury management, compliance, loan review, fiduciary advising, portfolio management, personal banking, IT, risk, and finance.

Education & Experience

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills and interest in Commercial Lending and Wealth Management.
• Self-motivated, detail-oriented, strong organizational and time management skills.
• Basic/intermediate Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook knowledge and ability to learn core systems.
• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Economics, Accounting, or related field preferred with minimum 3.0 GPA.
• Flexibility to travel within specified Busey markets.

Compensation And Benefits
Base salary year 1 is $65,000 with eligibility for bonuses and incentives. Benefits include 401(k) match, profit sharing, stock purchase plan, paid time off, medical/dental/vision, insurance plans, wellness incentives, and employee assistance program.