Business Banking Team Leader

About the role

As a Business Banking Team Leader at Associated Bank, you will lead and develop a high-performing team responsible for business development, relationship management, and portfolio performance. You will drive growth across multiple markets while ensuring strong credit quality, risk management, and client experience.

Responsibilities

• Lead, coach, and develop a team of Relationship Managers, Portfolio Managers, and support staff to drive revenue growth and portfolio performance.
• Drive new business development while deepening existing client relationships through tailored financial solutions and cross-selling bank services.
• Oversee P&L performance across assigned markets, ensuring resources are deployed for highest impact.
• Partner with Relationship and Portfolio Managers to ensure strong credit quality, risk management, and compliance with policy and regulatory standards.
• Act as deal team leader on significant opportunities, recommending appropriate credit structures and participating in loan approval processes.
• Collaborate with the Director of Business Banking to develop and execute market strategy, annual plans, and business initiatives.
• Build strong internal partnerships and represent the bank through community and industry involvement.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent combination of education and experience in Business, Finance, or Accounting
• 7+ years of experience in commercial, corporate, or specialized banking
• Proven experience leading teams and managing complex client portfolios
• Access to reliable transportation and ability to lawfully drive, if applicable

Preferred

• Certified Treasury Professional (CTP)

Benefits

• 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

Pay

$135,940.00 - $233,040.00 per year