Regional Manager - Chicago

At Associated Bank we strive to create an inclusive culture where different perspectives are valued and recognized as strengths critical to our success. If you thrive in an environment where your growth and development are encouraged and supported, then Associated Bank may be the right place for you.

Associated Bank requires you to directly represent yourself and your own experiences during the recruiting and hiring process. Associated Bank conducts a thorough background check on all new hires.

The candidate for this position will need to reside within the Chicago Region.

Role Summary

The Regional Manager leads the overall sales, service, operational, and financial performance of a multi-branch region. This role builds strong leaders, strengthens customer relationships, and drives consistent execution across all branches. It offers the opportunity to shape regional strategy, develop high-performing teams, and make a measurable impact on growth.

Key Accountabilities

• Drive regional sales, service, operational, and financial performance by creating and executing clear strategies with Bank and Market Managers.
• Coach and develop leaders through ongoing feedback, performance evaluations, and documented coaching to build a strong, promotable talent pipeline.
• Manage recruiting, hiring, onboarding, and performance improvement processes for regional leadership roles in partnership with Human Resources.
• Partner with internal business lines to deliver comprehensive financial solutions and participate in key account conversations and joint business calls.
• Ensure compliance with bank policies, regulatory requirements, and risk controls through strong oversight and team accountability.
• Communicate strategy, updates, and initiatives clearly across the region to drive alignment, engagement, and consistent execution.
• Lead change adoption by modeling adaptability, setting expectations, and guiding teams through new processes and initiatives.
• Represent the bank in community activities and encourage leaders and colleagues to engage in volunteerism and resource group initiatives.

Education & Experience

Required

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• 2+ years managing branch sales and operations.
• 2+ years of progressive sales management experience in banking.
• 2+ years in multi-branch leadership or senior-level banking leadership.

Preferred

• Bachelor’s degree in business, finance, or related field
• Demonstrated success developing leaders and improving regional performance.

Why You’ll Love Working Here

You’ll join a values-driven organization that prioritizes inclusion, collaboration, and community leadership. We invest in your growth through coaching, leadership development, and opportunities to influence regional strategy. Your leadership will shape the performance and culture of branches across the region. Apply today to make an impact.

In addition to core traditional benefits, we take pride in offering benefits for every stage of life. 

• Retirement savings including both 401(k) and Pension plans. 

• Paid time off to volunteer in your community. 

• Opportunities to connect with others through our diversity-focused Colleague Resource Groups. 

• Competitive salaries with professional development and advancement opportunities. 

• Bonus benefits including well-being programs and incentives, parental leave, an employee stock purchase plan, military benefits and much more.  

• Personal banking, loan, investment and insurance benefits. 

Associated Bank serves more than 120 communities throughout Wisconsin, Illinois, Minnesota, and Missouri and we consider our colleagues critical to our continued success. See why our colleagues continually vote us a best place to work in the Midwest. Join our community on Facebook, LinkedIn and X. 

Compliance Statement

Associated Bank is an equal opportunity employer committed to creating a diverse workforce. We support a work environment where colleagues are respected and given the opportunity to perform to their fullest potential. We consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, religion, color, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or veteran status, among other factors.

Fully complies with all applicable enterprise policies and procedures. Acts in compliance with all applicable laws and regulations as outlined in training materials, including but not limited to Bank Secrecy Act. Responsible for reporting suspicious activity to Financial Intelligence. Responsible to report all customer complaints as prescribed and procedure violations to management or HR.

Responsible to report ethical concerns as needed to Associated Bank’s anonymous Ethics Hotline.

Associated Bank provides additional assistance throughout the application, interview and hiring process. Please contact leavesandaccommodations@associatedbank.com if you need an accommodation at any time during the process.

Associated Banc-Corp participates in the E-Verify Program. E-Verify Notice English or Spanish. Know Your Right to Work English or Spanish.

Associated Bank is Pay Transparency compliant.

The pay range represents anticipated base pay for this role. Actual pay may vary based on factors including, but not limited to, work location, skills, experience, education, and qualifications for the role.

$96,250.00 - $165,000.00 per year