Relationship Manager - Leveraged Finance

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.

We're seeking an experienced Relationship Manager to grow and manage a portfolio of leveraged finance clients. In this role, you'll deepen client relationships, generate new business, and collaborate with internal partners to deliver a full suite of financial solutions. This is a high-impact opportunity to drive market growth while shaping the future of commercial banking.

Key Accountabilities

• Manage, retain and expand a portfolio of leveraged finance and commercial relationships.
• Drive loan, deposit, and fee income growth through proactive business development.
• Partner with internal teams to cross-sell treasury, capital markets, wealth, and private banking solutions.
• Assess credit requests and recommend loan structures in collaboration with Portfolio Managers.
• Ensure portfolio administration aligns with credit policy, risk standards, and regulatory guidelines.
• Deliver financial insights and counsel to clients on market trends and opportunities.
• Represent Associated Bank in the community by building networks and referral sources.
• Identify client needs and connect them with the right banking solutions across business lines.

Required Education & Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Finance, or Accounting (or equivalent experience)
• 5+ years commercial banking or B2B sales experience with proven business development skills
• Formal credit training and underwriting knowledge
• Knowledge of non-borrowing products (what else can we say here or is this the whole sentiment)

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-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 on Facebook, LinkedIn and X.

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 leavesandaccommodations@associatedbank.com if you need an accommodation at any time during the process.

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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.

$91,490.00 - $156,840.00 per year