Bank Manager

associatedbank; Roselle (NJ); On-site; USD 85,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) & Pension

Paid time off

Diversity-focused ERGs

Career development

Employee stock purchase plan

Military benefits

Job summary

Associated Bank seeks a Bank Manager to lead a dynamic branch team, drive sales and customer service excellence, and manage daily operations with a focus on community relationships.

The role emphasizes coaching, compliance, and inclusive leadership; you will build partnerships across departments to deliver financial solutions and meet performance targets.

Qualifications

• Must have strong leadership and people-management skills.
• Proven ability to drive sales and service goals.
• Experience in financial services and regulatory compliance is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Lead, coach, and develop branch colleagues to achieve sales, service, and operational excellence.
• Manage daily branch operations, ensuring compliance with all policies, procedures, and regulatory standards.
• Drive business growth by acquiring new customers and deepening existing relationships through a needs-based approach.
• Partner with internal departments to deliver comprehensive financial solutions to customers and prospects.
• Recruit, hire, train, and retain high-performing team members who reflect Associated Bank's values and service commitment.
• Establish clear branch goals and action plans to meet or exceed performance targets.
• Champion change and foster an inclusive, positive work environment that supports collaboration and engagement.

Skills

Leadership

Supervisory experience

Goals-based sales

Customer relationship development

Education

Associate degree or equivalent combination of education and experience

Bachelor's degree in business, finance, or related field (preferred)

5+ years of relevant experience

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.

Join Associated Bank as a Bank Manager and lead a dynamic team dedicated to delivering exceptional customer experiences and achieving strong business results. You'll oversee daily branch operations, drive sales and service goals, and develop lasting relationships with customers and your community. This role offers the opportunity to lead with purpose, grow professionally, and make a meaningful impact on your team and the customers you serve.

This position requires a credit check per 12 CPR Chapter X, Part 1026, Truth in Lending, Regulation Z.

Key Accountabilities

• Lead, coach, and develop branch colleagues to achieve sales, service, and operational excellence.
• Manage daily branch operations, ensuring compliance with all policies, procedures, and regulatory standards.
• Drive business growth by acquiring new customers and deepening existing relationships through a needs-based approach.
• Partner with internal departments to deliver comprehensive financial solutions to customers and prospects.
• Recruit, hire, train, and retain high-performing team members who reflect Associated Bank's values and service commitment.
• Establish clear branch goals and action plans to meet or exceed performance targets.
• Champion change and foster an inclusive, positive work environment that supports collaboration and engagement.
• Represent the bank through active community involvement and promote diversity and inclusion initiatives.

Education & Experience

Required

• Associate degree or equivalent combination of education and experience
• 2+ years of demonstrated sales leadership and/or supervisory experience
• 2+ years of goals-based sales experience
• 5+ years of relevant experience

Preferred

• Bachelor's degree in business, finance, or a related field
• Proven success in branch management or financial center leadership

Why You'll Love Working Here

At Associated Bank, we believe in developing strong leaders who empower their teams and make a difference in their communities. You'll enjoy professional growth opportunities, a supportive team culture, and the chance to lead initiatives that drive customer and business success.

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