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.
As a Senior Small Business Banking Relationship Manager, you’ll manage and grow a portfolio of business clients with revenues up to $5MM. You’ll build strong relationships, deliver meaningful financial solutions, and drive market growth while partnering closely with internal teams. This is a highly visible role with opportunities to make a direct impact on our clients and the communities we serve.Key Accountabilities
Manage and grow a portfolio of small business clients while ensuring all relationships meet credit, risk, and regulatory guidelines.
Drive loan, deposit, and fee income growth through active outreach, COI development, and strategic prospecting.
Partner with internal teams to cross-sell a full suite of banking solutions, including CDTM, Capital Markets, Private Banking, and Wealth Management.
Profile clients and prospects, analyze financials with the Portfolio Manager, and recommend credit structures that meet client needs.
Deliver financial insights and guidance to help clients navigate business trends and banking opportunities.
Present and recommend loans through the bank’s approval process, ensuring strong credit quality and structure.
Identify client needs and proactively refer to cross-functional partners to expand wallet share.
Coach and mentor newer Relationship Managers to strengthen team performance and pipeline development.
Represent Associated Bank in the community through events, boards, and networking opportunities to enhance brand presence and build referral sources.
Education & Experience
Required:
Bachelor’s degree or equivalent combination of education and experience.
5+ years experience in banking or financial services.
3+ years experience in business development, B2B sales, or relationship management.
Preferred:
Experience working with small business lending, credit structuring, and financial analysis.
Strong COI development and community engagement background.
Why You’ll Love Working Here
At Associated Bank, you’ll join a collaborative, values-driven culture where your ideas and expertise make an immediate impact. We support your growth through development programs, career pathways, and opportunities to deepen your community involvement
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.
$78,680.00 - $134,880.00 per year