Branch Leader: Drive Teams & Customer Growth

Associated Banc‑Corp; Elgin (IL); Hybrid; USD 58,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) and Pension plans

Volunteer time off

Colleague Resource Groups

Professional development opportunities

Bonus/incentives programs

Personal banking and investment & insu

Job summary

Associated Bank in Illinois is seeking a Bank Manager to lead a dynamic team, oversee daily branch operations, and deliver exceptional customer experiences. You will drive sales and service goals, build lasting relationships with customers and your community, and ensure compliance with policies and regulatory standards.

This role emphasizes inclusive leadership, talent development, and collaboration with internal departments to offer comprehensive financial solutions.

Qualifications

• 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.
• Bachelor’s degree in business, finance, or related field preferred.

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.
• Represent the bank through active community involvement and promote diversity and inclusion initiatives.

Skills

Sales leadership

Branch leadership

Coaching

Relationship building

Regulatory compliance

Education

Associate degree or equivalent

Bachelor’s degree preferred

Job description

Associated Bank in Illinois is seeking a Bank Manager to lead a dynamic team, oversee daily branch operations, and deliver exceptional customer experiences. You will drive sales and service goals, build lasting relationships with customers and your community, and ensure compliance with policies and regulatory standards.

This role emphasizes inclusive leadership, talent development, and collaboration with internal departments to offer comprehensive financial solutions.