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 youll build and grow relationships with business clients while helping them achieve their financial goals. Youll manage a portfolio of business banking customers identify opportunities to expand relationships and partner with internal experts to deliver tailored financial solutions. This role offers the opportunity to grow your commercial banking expertise while making a meaningful impact on clients and your local community.

Key Accountabilities

• Manage a portfolio of business banking clients ensuring exceptional service relationship retention and portfolio growth.

• Drive loan deposit and fee income growth by developing new business opportunities and expanding existing client relationships.

• Partner with internal specialists to deliver comprehensive banking solutions including treasury management wealth management private banking and capital markets services.

• Analyze client financial information and collaborate with Portfolio Managers to evaluate credit opportunities and recommend loan structures.

• Develop new business through proactive outreach referrals centers of influence and community networking.

• Ensure all client relationships and lending activities comply with bank policies regulatory requirements and risk management standards.

• Represent Associated Bank in community organizations and business events to strengthen market presence and generate referral opportunities.

Education & Experience

• Bachelors degree in Business Finance Accounting or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

• 2 years of experience in commercial banking or business-to-business sales and business development.

• Experience managing client relationships and achieving sales or portfolio growth goals.

• Knowledge of commercial lending and business banking products.

• Reliable transportation and the ability to lawfully drive if required for the role.

Preferred

• Experience partnering across multiple business lines to deliver comprehensive financial solutions.

• Established business development network or experience building referral relationships within the local market.

• Experience analyzing financial statements and supporting commercial credit decisions.

Why Youll Love Working Here

At Associated Bank youll join a collaborative team committed to helping businesses and communities succeed. We invest in your professional growth through ongoing development opportunities strong internal partnerships and meaningful career advancement. 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-focusedColleague Resource Groups.
• Competitive salaries with professional development and advancement opportunities.
• Bonus benefits including well-being programs and incentives parental leaveanemployee stock purchase plan military benefits and much more.
• Personal banking loan investmentand 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 our community on Facebook LinkedInand X.

Artificial Intelligence Statement

To support our recruiting process we may use artificial intelligence (AI) or automated technologies to collect organize sort and analyze information submitted by applicants. These tools may assist our Talent Acquisition professionals in identifying applicants who appear to satisfy the minimum qualifications for a position.

AI is not used to make employment decisions on behalf of Associated Bank. No applicant will be selected or rejected solely based on the output of an AI tool. Hiring decisions are made by Associated Bank personnel who review applicant information and exercise independent judgment in accordance with applicable law and company policies.

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 Banks anonymous Ethics Hotline.

Associated Bank provides additional assistance throughout the application interview and hiring process. Please contact 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 Englishor Spanish.

Associated Bank isPay Transparencycompliant.

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.

For certain positions total compensation may also include incentive commission or bonus opportunities not reflected in the posted base pay range.

$67620.00 - $115920.00 per year

Required Experience:

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