Business Banking Relationship Manager , VP

Associated Banc‑Corp; Minneapolis (MN); On-site; USD 93,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) & Pension

Volunteer PTO

Diversity Groups

Competitive salaries

Well-being programs

Employee stock plan

Military benefits

Personal banking

Job summary

Associated Bank is seeking a Business Banking Relationship Manager to grow and manage a portfolio of commercial clients, delivering tailored financial solutions and collaborating with internal partners to expand market share.

The role emphasizes loan and deposit growth, cross-selling treasury management and related products, and maintaining compliance with credit policy and regulatory standards.

Qualifications

• 6+ years of commercial banking or B2B sales experience.
• Proven success in business development, client management, and cross-selling financial solutions.
• Reliable transportation and ability to lawfully drive, if applicable.

Responsibilities

• Manage and grow a portfolio of commercial client relationships, driving loan, deposit, and fee income growth.
• Develop new business through centers of influence, referrals, and proactive calling strategies.
• Partner with internal teams to cross-sell commercial products including Treasury Management, Capital Markets, Private Banking, and Wealth Management.
• Analyze financial information to structure sound credit solutions in collaboration with Portfolio Managers.
• Present credit recommendations and participate in the loan approval process.
• Ensure compliance with credit policy, risk management standards, and regulatory requirements.
• Advise clients on economic, industry, and banking trends using bank-approved insights.
• Represent the bank in community and business organizations to strengthen market presence and referrals.

Skills

Commercial banking

B2B sales

Business development

Client management

Cross-selling

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business, Finance, Accounting, or equivalent experience

Tools

Treasury Management

Capital Markets

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 Relationship Manager at Associated Bank, you’ll grow and manage a portfolio of commercial clients while delivering tailored financial solutions that help businesses thrive. You’ll collaborate closely with internal partners to deepen relationships, drive new business, and expand market share. This role offers meaningful client impact, strong visibility, and opportunities for continued career growth in commercial banking.

Key Accountabilities

• Manage and grow a portfolio of commercial client relationships, driving loan, deposit, and fee income growth.
• Develop new business through centers of influence, referrals, and proactive calling strategies.
• Partner with internal teams to cross-sell commercial products including Treasury Management, Capital Markets, Private Banking, and Wealth Management.
• Analyze financial information to structure sound credit solutions in collaboration with Portfolio Managers.
• Present credit recommendations and participate in the loan approval process.
• Ensure compliance with Associated Bank credit policy, risk management standards, and regulatory requirements.
• Advise clients on economic, industry, and banking trends using bank-approved insights.
• Represent the bank in community and business organizations to strengthen market presence and referrals.

Education & Experience Required

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Finance, Accounting, or equivalent experience
• 6+ years of commercial banking or B2B sales experience
• Proven success in business development, client management, and cross-selling financial solutions
• Reliable transportation and ability to lawfully drive, if applicable

Preferred

• Deep knowledge of non-borrowing products and treasury solutions
• Experience working with complex commercial credit structures

Why You’ll Love Working Here

At Associated Bank, you’ll join a relationship-driven culture that values collaboration, integrity, and community impact. We invest in your growth through development opportunities and empower you to make a real difference for clients and the markets we serve.

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.

Benefits include:

• 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 onFacebook,LinkedInandX.

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. 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. $93,310.00 - $159,960.00 per year

At Associated Bank, our purpose is to uplift our customers, community and colleagues to be financially stronger. We do this through our relentless focus on people, with a winning spirit, by listening before we act and with a commitment to achieve together. What does it mean to be #RootedHere? For us, it means having a career that grows with you. We think you'll like the opportunities available at Associated Bank.