Lead Data Center Lending & Portfolio Relationships

Associated Bank - Corp; Maine; On-site; USD 118,860 - 203,760; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) and Pension plans

Volunteer time off

Diversity-focused colleague Resource G

Competitive salaries with professional

Employee stock purchase plan

Military benefits

Personal banking, loan, investment, &

Job summary

Associated Bank is seeking a Portfolio Relationship Manager to own a growing lending portfolio and drive deal execution. You will source opportunities, lead underwriting, and mentor a team of portfolio managers in a fast-paced environment.

You will manage high-value transactions with sponsors and financial institutions while aligning with risk and strategic goals. A strong background in credit and financial analysis is essential for success.

Qualifications

• 4+ years of experience in credit underwriting, financial analysis, and portfolio management.
• 2+ years of strong industry knowledge in data centers, infrastructure, or commercial lending.
• 2+ years of expertise in financial modeling, risk assessment, and loan structuring.
• 2+ years of proven ability to manage client relationships and negotiate deal terms.
• 4+ years of advanced skills in Microsoft Suite (Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Word, Access).
• 2+ years of formal credit training (preferred), but strong analytical and structuring skills are key.
• Bachelor's degree in Business, Finance, Accounting, Economics or other related discipline, or equivalent related experience required.

Responsibilities

• Be a Dealmaker – Partner with the Group Leader to source, structure, and execute new lending opportunities with sponsors and financial institutions.
• Own the Credit Process – Lead the underwriting and credit approval process, ensuring transactions align with our strategic goals and risk framework.
• Manage High-Value Portfolios – Oversee existing and new transactions, handling loan modifications, compliance tracking, legal documentation, and financial analysis.
• Build Key Relationships – Act as the central point of contact for borrowers, sponsors, legal advisors, risk teams, and internal stakeholders, ensuring a seamless lending experience.
• Lead & Develop Talent – Manage a team of portfolio managers, providing mentorship, training, and oversight to drive operational excellence and career growth.
• Navigate Complex Deals – Leverage your deep industry knowledge to navigate credit structuring, due diligence, and market trends in the data center financing space.

Skills

Dealmaking

Credit underwriting

Financial analysis

Portfolio management

Relationship management

Negotiation

Leadership

Financial modeling

Risk assessment

Credit structuring

Mentoring/coaching

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business/Finance/Accounting/Economics or related discipline

Formal credit training

Tools

Microsoft Excel

PowerPoint

Outlook

Word

Access

Job description

Associated Bank is seeking a Portfolio Relationship Manager to own a growing lending portfolio and drive deal execution. You will source opportunities, lead underwriting, and mentor a team of portfolio managers in a fast-paced environment.

You will manage high-value transactions with sponsors and financial institutions while aligning with risk and strategic goals. A strong background in credit and financial analysis is essential for success.