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.
Associated Bank is seeking a Portfolio Manager to support and grow a diverse portfolio of Commercial and Industrial Banking relationships. In this role, you’ll analyze credit opportunities, manage portfolio risk, and partner closely with Relationship Managers to deliver tailored financial solutions. This is an opportunity to deepen your commercial banking expertise while building strong client relationships and contributing to business growth.
This role will be hybrid out of our Kansas City, KS location.
Key Accountabilities
Analyze financial statements and credit data to evaluate loan opportunities and recommend appropriate structures.
Manage portfolio risk by monitoring credit quality, loan performance, and client financial conditions.
Partner with Relationship Managers to strengthen client relationships and deliver responsive banking solutions.
Identify and refer cross-sell opportunities across treasury management, private banking, capital markets, and other bank services.
Coordinate loan renewals and collaborate with internal credit and support teams to ensure efficient execution.
Support new business development through due diligence, financial analysis, and opportunity assessments.
Participate in loan presentations and contribute recommendations through the bank’s approval process.
Build community and business relationships to enhance Associated Bank’s presence in the market.
Education & Experience
Required
Bachelor’s degree in Business, Finance, Accounting, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
4+ years of experience in Commercial Banking, Commercial Real Estate Banking, Corporate Banking, Specialized Banking, or Credit Approval.
4+ years of experience managing complex credit relationships.
Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation, if applicable.
Preferred
2+ years of sales experience.
2+ years of formal credit training.
CFA (Chartered Financial Analyst) certification.
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 invest in employee development through ongoing learning opportunities, mentorship, and exposure to complex commercial banking relationships. If you’re looking to grow your career while making a meaningful impact for clients and communities, 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.
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.
$88,060.00 - $150,960.00 per year
