Small Business Relationship Manager, VP

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 Small Business Banking Relationship Manager, you will build and grow relationships with business clients while helping them achieve their financial goals. You'll manage a portfolio of small business banking customers, identify growth opportunities, and connect clients with the full range of Associated Bank solutions. This role offers the opportunity to expand your commercial banking expertise, develop strong community connections, and make a meaningful impact on client success.

This role can sit in Hales Corners, WI, or additional Southern Wisconsin locations.

Key Accountabilities

• Manage and grow a portfolio of business banking relationships, ensuring strong client retention and satisfaction.
• Drive loan, deposit, and fee income growth through proactive business development and relationship management.
• Partner with internal teams to identify opportunities and deliver comprehensive banking solutions to clients.
• Analyze financial information and collaborate on credit recommendations and loan structures.
• Develop new business opportunities through referrals, centers of influence, networking, and community engagement.
• Present credit opportunities and support the loan approval process with sound recommendations.
• Monitor portfolio performance and ensure compliance with credit, risk management, and regulatory requirements.
• Refer clients to specialized banking partners to meet broader financial and business needs.

Education & Experience

Required

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Finance, Accounting, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• 2+ years of commercial banking, business banking, or business-to-business sales experience.
• Experience developing client relationships and generating new business opportunities.
• Valid driver's license and reliable transportation, if applicable.

Preferred

• Experience analyzing financial statements and structuring commercial credit solutions.
• Knowledge of treasury management, wealth management, and other commercial banking products.
• Demonstrated success achieving sales, portfolio growth, and client retention goals.
• Active involvement in community, professional, or business organizations.

Why You'll Love Working Here

At Associated Bank, you'll join a collaborative team focused on helping businesses and communities thrive. We invest in your professional growth through development opportunities, strong internal partnerships, and meaningful client-facing experiences. If you're passionate about building relationships and making a lasting impact, apply today to make an impact.

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 View email address on click.appcast.io 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.

$67,620.00 - $115,920.00 per year