Associated Bank

Corporate Banking Portfolio Manager - VP

Associated Bank$88K — $150K *
Finance & Insurance
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Business, Finance, Accounting, or equivalent experience.
  • 5+ years in Commercial Banking, Commercial Real Estate, Corporate Banking, or Credit Approval.
  • 5+ years underwriting and managing complex commercial credit relationships.
  • Valid driver's license and reliable transportation.
  • Preferred: 2+ years sales or business development experience. 2+ years formal commercial credit training. CFA designation.

Responsibilities

  • Manage a diverse portfolio of commercial banking relationships within credit policy compliance.
  • Analyze financial statements and credit requests; recommend loan structures.
  • Partner with Relationship Managers to enhance client relationships and service delivery.
  • Monitor portfolio performance and proactively manage credit quality.
  • Identify opportunities for expansion through referrals for additional banking solutions.
  • Coordinate loan renewals and ensure proper documentation with clients and credit teams.
  • Support new business development through financial analysis and loan approvals.
  • Represent the bank in community organizations to strengthen market presence.

Benefits

  • Retirement savings options including both 401(k) and Pension plans.
  • Paid time off for community volunteer work.
  • Engagement opportunities through diversity-focused Colleague Resource Groups.
  • Competitive salaries with room for professional development and advancement.
  • Bonus benefits like wellness programs, parental leave, and an employee stock purchase plan.
Full Job Description
Join Associated Bank as a Portfolio Manager and play a key role in managing and growing a diverse commercial banking portfolio. You'll partner with Relationship Managers to deliver sound credit solutions, strengthen client relationships, and identify opportunities that help businesses succeed. This role offers the opportunity to deepen your commercial banking expertise while building meaningful client partnerships and advancing your career.

Key Accountabilities
  • Manage a portfolio of commercial banking relationships while ensuring compliance with credit policies, regulatory requirements, and risk standards.
  • Analyze financial statements and credit requests to evaluate risk, recommend loan structures, and support sound lending decisions.
  • Partner with Relationship Managers to strengthen client relationships, deliver exceptional service, and support portfolio growth.
  • Monitor portfolio performance, loan repayment activity, and client financial health to proactively manage credit quality.
  • Identify opportunities to expand client relationships through referrals for treasury management, private banking, capital markets, and other banking solutions.
  • Coordinate loan renewals, due diligence, and credit documentation by working closely with clients, credit teams, and internal business partners.
  • Support new business development through financial analysis, opportunity assessments, and participation in the loan approval process.
  • Represent Associated Bank by participating in community and business organizations to build relationships and strengthen the bank's presence in the market.


Education & Experience

Required
  • Bachelor's degree in Business, Finance, Accounting, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
  • 5+ years of experience in Commercial Banking, Commercial Real Estate, Corporate Banking, Specialized Banking, or Credit Approval.
  • 5+ years of experience underwriting and managing complex commercial credit relationships.
  • Valid driver's license (where applicable) and reliable transportation.


Preferred
  • 2+ years of sales or business development experience.
  • 2+ years of formal commercial credit training.
  • Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) designation.


Why You'll Love Working Here

At Associated Bank, you'll work alongside experienced professionals in a collaborative environment that values relationship building, continuous learning, and professional growth. You'll have opportunities to expand your expertise, make a meaningful impact on clients and communities, and build a rewarding career with a trusted financial institution. Apply today to make an impact.

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.


$88,060.00 - $150,960.00 per year

About Associated Bank

Associated Bank is a regional bank that provides a wide range of financial products and services to individuals, businesses, and organizations. The bank offers personal and business banking, wealth management, and insurance services, and operates more than 200 locations throughout Wisconsin, Illinois, and Minnesota. Associated Bank was founded in 1861 and has a long history of serving its communities and customers. The bank is committed to providing exceptional customer service and building strong relationships with its customers.
Learn more about Associated Bank
Size
4,900 employees
Industry
Founded
1874

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