Portfolio Manager

Associated Banc‑Corp; Omaha (NE); On-site; USD 16,000 - 107,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) plan

Pension plan

Paid time off to volunteer

Professional development

Employee stock purchase plan

Military benefits

Parental leave

Benefits for work-life balance

Well-being programs

Job summary

Associated Bank seeks a commercial banking professional to manage a portfolio of relationships, support credit decisions, and strengthen client ties. You will work with Relationship Managers to grow loans, deposits, and fee income while ensuring risk is monitored and aligned with bank policies.

The role involves coordinating due diligence, credit analysis, and collaboration across Treasury Management, Private Banking, and Capital Markets to deliver comprehensive banking solutions.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• CFA certification by start date preferred.
• Less than 2 years of experience in Commercial/Corporate Banking, Commercial Real Estate, Specialized Banking, or Credit Approval preferred.
• Reliable transportation and the ability to drive legally by the start date.

Responsibilities

• Analyze financial information and loan requests to assess credit quality and recommend appropriate structures.
• Manage portfolio risk and ensure relationships follow bank policies, procedures, business strategies, and regulatory requirements.
• Monitor borrower financial performance, loan repayment activity, renewals, and overall credit quality.
• Partner with Relationship Managers to serve clients, support new business opportunities, and strengthen existing relationships.
• Coordinate due diligence and credit analysis for new relationships and prepare materials for the loan approval process.
• Identify opportunities to connect clients with Treasury Management, Private Banking, Capital Markets, and other bank solutions.
• Support collection efforts and take appropriate action when accounts become past due or repayment concerns arise.
• Represent Associated Bank in community and business activities that strengthen its presence in the local market.

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business, Finance, Accounting, or an equivalent combination of education and experience

CFA certification

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.

In this role, you'll manage a portfolio of commercial banking relationships by supporting credit decisions, monitoring risk, and strengthening client relationships. You’ll work closely with Relationship Managers and internal partners to grow loans, deposits, fee income, and referrals while building valuable commercial banking expertise.

Key Accountabilities

• Analyze financial information and loan requests to assess credit quality and recommend appropriate structures.
• Manage portfolio risk and ensure relationships follow bank policies, procedures, business strategies, and regulatory requirements.
• Monitor borrower financial performance, loan repayment activity, renewals, and overall credit quality.
• Partner with Relationship Managers to serve clients, support new business opportunities, and strengthen existing relationships.
• Coordinate due diligence and credit analysis for new relationships and prepare materials for the loan approval process.
• Identify opportunities to connect clients with Treasury Management, Private Banking, Capital Markets, and other bank solutions.
• Support collection efforts and take appropriate action when accounts become past due or repayment concerns arise.
• Represent Associated Bank in community and business activities that strengthen its presence in the local market.

Education & Experience Required

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Finance, Accounting, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Less than 2 years of experience in Commercial/Corporate Banking, Commercial Real Estate, Specialized Banking, or Credit Approval.
• Reliable transportation and the ability to lawfully drive, if applicable, by the start date.

Preferred

• Less than 2 years of experience handling complex credits.
• Less than 2 years of sales experience.
• Less than 2 years of formal credit training.
• CFA (Chartered Financial Analyst) certification by the start date.

Why You’ll Love Working Here

At Associated Bank, you’ll have opportunities to grow your credit, relationship management, and commercial banking skills while working alongside experienced professionals. Your work will directly support clients, strengthen communities, and contribute to the bank’s growth.

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

• 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-focusedColleague Resource Groups.
• Competitive salaries with professional development and advancement opportunities.
• Bonus benefits including well-being programs and incentives, parental leave,anemployee stock purchase plan, military benefits and much more.
• Personal banking, loan, investmentand 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.

Artificial Intelligence Statement

To support our recruiting process, we may use artificial intelligence ("AI") or automated technologies to collect, organize, sort, and analyze information submitted by applicants. These tools may assist our Talent Acquisition professionals in identifying applicants who appear to satisfy the minimum qualifications for a position. AI is not used to make employment decisions on behalf of Associated Bank. No applicant will be selected or rejected solely based on the output of an AI tool. Hiring decisions are made by Associated Bank personnel who review applicant information and exercise independent judgment in accordance with applicable law and company policies.

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. For certain positions, total compensation may also include incentive, commission, or bonus opportunities not reflected in the posted base pay range.

$62,160.00 - $106,560.00 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. Introduce yourself to our talent acquisition consultants and we'll contact you if there's a role that seems like a good match.