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.

Join Associated Bank as a Business Banking Relationship Manager and help small and mid-sized businesses achieve their financial goals. In this role, you’ll build and grow a portfolio of business clients, deepen relationships, and connect customers with the right banking solutions. This is a great opportunity to expand your commercial banking expertise while making a direct impact in the local market.

Key Accountabilities
•    Manage and grow a portfolio of business banking relationships with annual revenues up to $5MM. 
•    Drive loan, deposit, and fee income growth through proactive business development and client retention strategies. 
•    Partner with internal teams to deliver tailored banking solutions, including treasury management, wealth management, and capital markets services. 
•    Analyze financial information and collaborate with Portfolio Managers to structure and recommend credit solutions. 
•    Build strong relationships with clients, prospects, and centers of influence to expand market share. 
•    Identify customer needs and connect clients with specialized banking partners and resources. 
•    Mentor and support junior Relationship Managers in prospecting, relationship building, and sales development. 
•    Represent Associated Bank in the community through networking events, business groups, and local organizations. 

Education & Experience
Required
•    Bachelor’s degree or equivalent combination of education and experience. 
•    5+ years of experience in banking or financial services. 
•    3+ years of experience in business development, business-to-business sales, or relationship management. 
•    Strong communication, relationship-building, and financial analysis skills. 

Preferred
•    Experience managing commercial or small business banking portfolios. 
•    Knowledge of commercial lending, treasury management, and cross-functional banking solutions. 
•    Experience developing referral networks and community partnerships. 

Why You’ll Love Working Here
At Associated Bank, you’ll join a collaborative team that values relationship building, professional growth, and community impact. We provide opportunities to expand your expertise, work alongside experienced banking professionals, and make meaningful contributions to local businesses. 

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 creat