Relationship Manager - 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 Relationship Manager, you will grow and manage a portfolio of commercial middle market clients while ensuring a high-quality credit and client experience. You’ll deepen existing relationships, bring in new business, and partner closely with specialists across the bank. This role offers the opportunity to drive meaningful impact in a growing market and build long-term client partnerships. What You’ll Do: Manage a portfolio of commercial middle market loan, deposit, and fee income growth. Develop new business through consistent calling efforts, centers of influence, and proactive prospecting. Partner with internal teams to cross-sell treasury management, capital markets, wealth, and other non-credit products. Analyze financial data to evaluate loan requests, recommend credit structures, and participate in the approval process with Portfolio Management. Ensure portfolio administration and credit quality align with Associated Bank policies, regulatory standards, and risk guidelines. Provide financial guidance to clients using market insights and bank-approved resources. Represent the bank in community and business organizations, building referral networks and elevating Associated Bank’s presence. Identify client needs and refer opportunities across business lines to deepen relationships. What You’ll Bring: Required Bachelor’s degree in Business, Finance, Accounting, or equivalent experience 5+ years commercial banking or B2B sales experience Strong credit analysis skills Proven success in business development, client management, and cross-selling commercial banking solutions Knowledge of treasury management and other non-borrowing products Preferred Experience serving corporate middle-market clients ($25MM+ revenue) Active community involvement and established COI networks Why You’ll Love Working Here: At Associated Bank, you’ll join a people-first culture where your expertise, voice, and growth matter. You’ll partner with talented colleagues, build meaningful client relationships, and help fuel economic growth in the communities we serve. Apply today to grow your career and make an impact with us. 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 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. For certain positions, total compensation may also include incentive, commission, or bonus opportunities not reflected in the posted base pay range. $107,870.00 - $184,920.00 per year