Business Banking Team Leader - MN

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 Minnesota Business Banking Team Leader will lead and grow a high-performing Business Banking team while driving strong financial results across multiple markets. This role blends people leadership, business development, and portfolio oversight with meaningful impact on clients and communities. You’ll have the opportunity to shape strategy, grow relationships, and advance your leadership career at Associated Bank.

Key Accountabilities

• Manage and coach a team of Relationship Managers, Portfolio Managers, and support staff to drive business development, relationship management, and portfolio performance.

• Drive profitable growth by initiating new client relationships, expanding existing ones, and leading major deal opportunities.

• Oversee P&L performance and ensure resources are aligned to highest and best use across assigned markets.

• Partner with internal teams to deliver comprehensive banking solutions, including deposits, treasury management, capital markets, and wealth services.

• Ensure sound credit quality by overseeing portfolio administration, risk management, and compliance with credit policy and regulatory guidelines.

• Advise clients on financial trends and business conditions while developing team capabilities in financial advisory skills.

• Collaborate with Business Banking leadership to execute market strategy, annual plans, and growth initiatives.

Education & Experience

Required

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

• 7+ years of experience in commercial, corporate, or specialized banking

• Ability to travel locally with reliable transportation

Preferred

• Certified Treasury Professional (CTP) or willingness to obtain within 2 years

Why You’ll Love Working Here

At Associated Bank, you’ll lead with purpose in a collaborative, relationship-driven culture that values growth and integrity. We invest in your development, support flexible work options, and empower you to make a real impact for clients and communities. Apply today to make an impact.

We welcome and encourage applications from individuals returning to the workforce, people with disabilities, candidates 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-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.

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.

$135,940.00 - $233,040.00 per year