Business Banking Portfolio Manager - AVP

Associated Bank; Richmond; On-site; CAD 93,000 - 159,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Retirement plans (401(k) and Pension)

Volunteer time off

Diversity-focused Employee Groups

Professional development opportunities

Well-being programs and incentives

Parental leave and stock purchase plan

Banking, loan, investment and insur.

Job summary

Associated Bank in Richmond, BC, is hiring a Business Banking Portfolio Manager to support a diverse portfolio through underwriting, credit monitoring and portfolio management activities. You will analyze financial information, evaluate loan opportunities, manage ongoing credit quality, and help deliver strong client outcomes while supporting relationship growth.

The role involves presenting credit recommendations, working with Relationship Managers and credit teams, and ensuring risk management

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Finance, Accounting or equivalent.
• 2+ years in Commercial Banking, Corporate Banking, Specialized Banking, SBA lending or credit approval.
• Strong ability to analyze financial statements and evaluate credit risk.
• Reliable transportation and ability to lawfully drive, if applicable.

Responsibilities

• Analyze financial statements and credit information to evaluate loan requests and recommend credit structures.
• Manage end-to-end renewal process with credit presentations and reviews.
• Complete annual credit reviews and ongoing portfolio monitoring.
• Monitor borrower performance and loan repayment activity, addressing credit concerns proactively.
• Present credit recommendations and participate in loan approvals when appropriate.
• Partner with Relationship Managers, credit teams and internal partners to support client needs.
• Ensure portfolio administration and risk management align with policies, strategies and regulations.
• Represent the bank within the community and support special projects as needed.

Skills

Credit analysis

Financial statement analysis

Credit risk evaluation

Reliable transportation

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

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 Business Banking Portfolio Manager, you will support a portfolio of Business Banking relationships through underwriting, credit monitoring, and portfolio management activities. You will analyze financial information, evaluate loan opportunities, manage ongoing credit quality, and help deliver strong client outcomes while supporting relationship growth. This role provides the opportunity to work across a diverse portfolio that includes commercial and industrial and commercial real estate lending.

Key Accountabilities

• Analyze financial statements and credit information to evaluate loan requests and recommend appropriate credit structures.
• Manage the end-to-end renewal process, partnering with internal stakeholders to ensure timely completion of credit presentations and reviews.
• Complete annual credit reviews and ongoing portfolio monitoring to maintain portfolio quality and compliance standards.
• Monitor borrower performance and loan repayment activity, identifying and addressing potential credit concerns proactively.
• Present credit recommendations and participate in the loan approval process when appropriate.
• Partner with Relationship Managers, credit teams, and other internal business partners to support client needs and credit inquiries.
• Ensure portfolio administration and risk management activities are aligned with established credit policies, business strategies, and regulatory requirements.
• Represent the bank within the community by participating in business and professional organizations and supporting special projects as needed.

Required

Education & Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Finance, Accounting, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• 2+ years of experience in Commercial Banking, Corporate Banking, Specialized Banking, SBA lending, and/or credit approval.
• Strong ability to analyze financial statements and evaluate credit risk.
• Reliable transportation and the ability to lawfully drive, if applicable.

Preferred

• Experience with both commercial and industrial lending and commercial real estate lending.
• Experience preparing credit presentations, cash flow analysis, and portfolio risk assessments.
• Formal credit training, such as RMA training.

Why You’ll Love Working Here

You’ll join a collaborative and supportive team that values partnership, knowledge sharing, and helping one another succeed. The team offers meaningful exposure to a diverse commercial loan portfolio and a proven track record of career growth, with team members advancing into credit leadership, relationship management, and broader commercial banking opportunities.

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-focusedColleague Resource Groups.
• Competitive salaries with professional development and advancement opportunities.
• Bonus benefits including well-being programs and incentives, parental leave,anemployee stock purchase plan, military benefits and much more.
• Personal banking, loan, investmentand 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 onFacebook,LinkedInandX.

Artificial Intelligence Statement

To support our recruiting process, we may use artificial intelligence ("AI") or automated technologies to collect, organize, sort, and analyze information submitted by applicants. These tools may assist our Talent Acquisition professionals in identifying applicants who appear to satisfy the minimum qualifications for a position.

AI is not used to make employment decisions on behalf of Associated Bank. No applicant will be selected or rejected solely based on the output of an AI tool. Hiring decisions are made by Associated Bank personnel who review applicant information and exercise independent judgment in accordance with applicable law and company policies.

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 [e-mail] if you need an accommodation at any time during the process.

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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.

$65,380.00 - $112,080.00 per year