Relationship Manager - Commercial Banking

Associated Bank; Illinois; On-site; USD 99,470 - 170,520; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Retirement savings including 401(k) and pension plans

Paid time off to volunteer in your community

Competitive salaries with professional development opportunities

Job summary

Associated Bank is seeking a Relationship Manager to grow and manage a portfolio of commercial middle‑market clients. This role involves developing new business, analyzing financial data for loan requests, and ensuring credit quality aligns with bank policies.

The ideal candidate will have over 8 years of experience in commercial banking, a bachelor’s degree in a relevant field, and strong credit analysis skills. The position offers a competitive salary and various benefits.

Qualifications

• 8+ years commercial banking or B2B sales experience.
• Experience serving corporate middle-market clients ($25M+ revenue).
• Active community involvement and established COI networks.

Responsibilities

• Manage a portfolio of commercial middle‑market loan, deposit, and fee income growth.
• Develop new business through consistent calling efforts, centers of influence, and proactive prospecting.
• Partner with internal teams to cross‑sell treasury management and other non‑credit products.

Skills

Strong credit analysis skills

Business development

Client management

Cross-selling commercial banking solutions

Education

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

Job description

Company Overview

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. We conduct a thorough background check on all new hires.

Role Summary

As a Relationship Manager, you will grow and manage a portfolio of commercial middle‑market clients while ensuring a high‑quality credit and client experience. You’ll deepen existing relationships, bring in new business, and partner closely with specialists across the bank. This role offers the opportunity to drive meaningful impact in a growing market and build long‑term client partnerships.

Key Accountabilities

• Manage a portfolio of commercial middle‑market loan, deposit, and fee income growth.
• Develop new business through consistent calling efforts, centers of influence, and proactive prospecting.
• Partner with internal teams to cross‑sell treasury management, capital markets, wealth, and other non‑credit products.
• Analyze financial data to evaluate loan requests, recommend credit structures, and participate in the approval process with Portfolio Management.
• Ensure portfolio administration and credit quality align with Associated Bank policies, regulatory standards, and risk guidelines.
• Provide financial guidance to clients using market insights and bank‑approved resources.
• Represent the bank in community and business organizations, building referral networks and elevating Associated Bank’s presence.
• Identify client needs and refer opportunities across business lines to deepen relationships.

Education & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Finance, Accounting, or equivalent experience.
• 8+ years commercial banking or B2B sales experience.
• Strong credit analysis skills.
• Proven success in business development, client management, and cross‑selling commercial banking solutions.
• Knowledge of treasury management and other non‑borrowing products.

Preferred

• Experience serving corporate middle‑market clients ($25M+ revenue).
• Active community involvement and established COI networks.

Benefits

• Retirement savings including 401(k) and pension plans.
• Paid time off to volunteer in your community.
• Opportunities to connect with others through diversity‑focused colleague resource groups.
• Competitive salaries with professional development and advancement opportunities.
• Bonus benefits including well‑being programs and incentives, parental leave, employee stock purchase plan, military benefits, and more.
• Personal banking, loan, investment and insurance benefits.

Pay

Range: $99,470 – $170,520 per year. Actual pay may vary based on location, skills, experience, education, and other factors. Total compensation may also include incentive, commission, or bonus opportunities.

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 the Bank Secrecy Act. Responsible for reporting suspicious activity to Financial Intelligence and all customer complaints as prescribed. Responsible to report all ethical concerns via the anonymous Ethics Hotline.

Associated Bank participates in the E‑Verify Program. Pay transparency compliant. The pay range represents anticipated base pay for this role.