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.
Why Associated Bank?
Build a career with purpose at Associated Bank. Guided by our values—Listen then Act, Achieve Together, Winning Spirit, and Relentless Focus on People—we empower colleagues to grow, collaborate, and make an impact.
We offer:
A culture built on collaboration, growth, and innovation.
Competitive pay, benefits, and well-being programs.
Clear career paths with opportunities to advance.
A workplace where your contributions matter.
Role Summary
As a Portfolio Manager SVP, you’ll play a vital role in managing and growing a high-quality portfolio of client relationships. You’ll partner closely with Relationship Managers to deliver financial solutions, assess credit risk, and ensure ongoing portfolio health. This is a growth-focused role with direct impact on both client success and the bank’s performance.
Key Accountabilities
Manage a portfolio of commercial or corporate clients to ensure compliance with credit policies and regulatory standards.
Analyze financial statements and loan requests to recommend deal structures and credit decisions.
Partner with Relationship Managers as a client-facing resource to deliver exceptional service and financial guidance.
Support due diligence efforts and prepare opportunity memos for new and existing client relationships.
Monitor loan repayment activity and proactively address delinquencies or risk concerns.
Present loan recommendations during the credit approval process and advise on credit structuring.
Identify opportunities for cross-selling banking services across Treasury, Wealth, Risk, and Capital Markets teams.
Engage in local community and business activities to promote the bank’s presence and strengthen client relationships.
Education & Experience
Required:
Bachelor’s degree in Business, Finance, or Accounting (or equivalent experience)
8+ years in commercial, corporate banking, or credit approval
Access to reliable transportation and the ability to drive
Preferred:
Why You’ll Love Working Here
At Associated Bank, you’ll be supported by leaders who care, a team that collaborates, and a company that invests in your development. You’ll have the opportunity to make a real difference—both in your career and your community. Apply today to grow your impact with a winning team.
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 leavesandaccommodations@associatedbank.com 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.
$115,290.00 - $197,640.00 per year
