Regional Manager - Chicago

Associated Bank - Corp; Chicago (IL); Presencial; USD 99 000 - 170 000; Tempo integral

Vantagens oferecidas por esta oferta de emprego

401(k) and Pension plans

Volunteer time off

Diversity-focused Colleague Resource-G

Competitive salaries

Resumo da oferta

Associated Bank in the Chicago region seeks a Regional Manager to lead sales, service, operations, and financial performance across multiple branches. You will shape regional strategy, develop leaders, and drive growth while ensuring compliance and strong customer relationships.

You will recruit and coach leaders, collaborate with Human Resources, and partner with internal lines to deliver financial solutions. The role demands 2+ years of multi-branch banking leadership and a bachelor's degree.

Qualificações

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• 2+ years managing branch sales and operations.
• 2+ years of progressive sales management experience in banking.
• 2+ years in multi-branch leadership or senior-level banking leadership.

Responsabilidades

• Drive regional sales, service, operational, and financial performance by executing clear strategies with Bank and Market Managers.
• Coach and develop leaders through feedback, performance evaluations, and documented coaching to build a promotable talent pipeline.
• Manage recruiting, onboarding, and performance improvement processes for regional leadership roles with HR.
• Partner with internal business lines to deliver financial solutions and participate in key account conversations and joint business calls.
• Ensure compliance with bank policies, regulatory requirements, and risk controls with strong oversight.

Conhecimentos

Regional leadership

Sales management

Team development

Banking knowledge

Formação académica

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Bachelor's in business/finance

Descrição da oferta de emprego

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.

The candidate for this position will need to reside within the Chicago Region. The Regional Manager leads the overall sales, service, operational, and financial performance of a multi-branch region. This role builds strong leaders, strengthens customer relationships, and drives consistent execution across all branches. It offers the opportunity to shape regional strategy, develop high-performing teams, and make a measurable impact on growth.

Key Accountabilities

• Drive regional sales, service, operational, and financial performance by creating and executing clear strategies with Bank and Market Managers.
• Coach and develop leaders through ongoing feedback, performance evaluations, and documented coaching to build a strong, promotable talent pipeline.
• Manage recruiting, hiring, onboarding, and performance improvement processes for regional leadership roles in partnership with Human Resources.
• Partner with internal business lines to deliver comprehensive financial solutions and participate in key account conversations and joint business calls.
• Ensure compliance with bank policies, regulatory requirements, and risk controls through strong oversight and team accountability.
• Communicate strategy, updates, and initiatives clearly across the region to drive alignment, engagement, and consistent execution.
• Lead change adoption by modeling adaptability, setting expectations, and guiding teams through new processes and initiatives.
• Represent the bank in community activities and encourage leaders and colleagues to engage in volunteerism and resource group initiatives.

Education & Experience

Required

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• 2+ years managing branch sales and operations.
• 2+ years of progressive sales management experience in banking.
• 2+ years in multi-branch leadership or senior-level banking leadership.

Preferred

• Bachelor's degree in business, finance, or related field
• Demonstrated success developing leaders and improving regional performance.

Why You'll Love Working Here

You’ll join a values-driven organization that prioritizes inclusion, collaboration, and community leadership. We invest in your growth through coaching, leadership development, and opportunities to influence regional strategy. Your leadership will shape the performance and culture of branches across the region.

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.

In addition to core traditional benefits, we take pride in offering benefits for every stage of life.

• 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.Join our community onFacebook,LinkedInandX.

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 [e-mail] you need an accommodation at any time during the process.

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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.

$98,980.00 - $169,680.00 per year