Relationship Manager - SVP - Commercial Banking

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 Commercial Relationship Manager, you’ll grow and manage a portfolio of middle market commercial clients while deepening relationships across the market. You’ll partner closely with internal teams to deliver tailored financial solutions and drive sustainable growth. This role offers meaningful client impact, market visibility, and opportunities to expand your commercial banking expertise.

What You'll Do:

• Manage and grow a portfolio of commercial relationships to drive loan, deposit, and fee income growth.
• Drive new business development through client referrals, centers of influence, and proactive prospecting.
• Partner with internal teams to deliver integrated solutions across Treasury Management, Capital Markets, Private Banking, and Wealth Management.
• Analyze financial information to structure sound credit solutions aligned with client needs and bank risk standards.
• Ensure portfolio compliance with credit policy, risk management practices, and regulatory requirements.
• Present credit recommendations and participate in the loan approval process alongside portfolio partners.
• Build community presence by participating in business and community organizations to expand referral networks.

What You'll Bring:

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Finance, Accounting, or equivalent experience
• 8+ years of commercial banking or B2B sales experience
• Strong credit analysis skills and proven client relationship management success
• Experience with non‑borrowing products and complex commercial relationship
• Established network of commercial or real estate referral partners

Why You’ll Love Working Here:

At Associated Bank, you’ll be part of a collaborative, relationship‑driven culture that values growth and community impact. We invest in your development through career pathways, learning opportunities, and strong internal partnerships.

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.

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