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.
Lead a high‑performing Commercial Middle Market team focused on business development, portfolio management, and client relationship growth. This role drives new revenue opportunities while ensuring strong credit quality and compliance. You’ll shape strategy, coach talent, and deepen client impact across a diverse regional portfolio.What You'll Do:
Manage and grow client relationships by evaluating financial data, structuring credit solutions, and overseeing portfolio performance.
Drive new business development by cultivating prospects, expanding existing relationships, and leading deal teams on major opportunities.
Ensure strong credit quality by monitoring portfolio risk, repayment trends, and compliance with bank policies and regulatory standards.
Partner across Treasury Management, Private Banking, and other business lines to deliver comprehensive financial solutions.
Coach, develop, and evaluate team members, setting clear goals and providing ongoing training and performance feedback.
Lead loan presentations and participate in the Loan Approval Process, recommending appropriate credit structures.
Represent the bank in community and business organizations to strengthen brand presence and build new connections.
Serve as relationship manager for borrowing and non‑borrowing clients, maintaining expertise in Treasury Management and other key services.
Education & Experience
Required
Bachelor’s degree in Business, Accounting, or Finance (or equivalent experience).
7+ years in Commercial Real Estate, Commercial, or Corporate Banking.
2+ years of management experience leading teams of 5 or more.
Preferred
7+ years of demonstrated success in portfolio quality, sales growth, and new business development.
Why You’ll Love Working Here You’ll join a collaborative, growth‑oriented culture where your leadership directly shapes client outcomes and team success. Associated Bank invests in your development with meaningful career pathways, resources, and support to help you thrive. Apply today to make an impact in a role that blends strategy, relationship building, and community leadership.
We welcome and encourage applications from all qualified parties, including but not limited to people returning to the workforce, people with disabilities, those without a college degree, and veterans or those with military experience.
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.
$126,630.00 - $217,080.00 per year