Relationship Manager - Commercial Banking

About the role

Associated Bank is expanding into new markets and seeks experienced, entrepreneurial middle market bankers to build and grow a commercial portfolio from the ground up. This role offers the opportunity to shape market presence, deepen client relationships, and drive meaningful growth.

Responsibilities

• Build and grow a Middle Market Commercial portfolio through proactive prospecting, COI development, and client retention strategies.
• Drive loan, deposit, and fee income growth by identifying opportunities and executing disciplined calling plans.
• Partner cross-functionally to deliver holistic solutions across Treasury Management, Capital Markets, Private Banking, and Wealth.
• Analyze client financials and structure credit solutions aligned with risk and policy guidelines.
• Manage portfolio risk and ensure compliance with credit policy, regulatory standards, and business strategy.
• Present credit recommendations and participate in loan approval processes in partnership with Portfolio Management.
• Engage in community and business organizations to build brand presence and generate referral networks.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Finance, Accounting, or equivalent experience.
• 8+ years of commercial banking or B2B business development experience.
• Proven track record of portfolio growth, client management, and credit analysis.
• Strong knowledge of commercial products and non-credit solutions.

Preferred Experience

• Experience building portfolios in expansion or growth markets.
• Established network of middle market clients and centers of influence.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits package including retirement savings, paid time off, community engagement opportunities, professional development, and more. Additional benefits such as well-being programs, parental leave, and an employee stock purchase plan are also available.

Pay

$107,870.00 - $184,920.00 per year

Schedule

Nightly shift