Ag and Deposit Commercial Banker

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.

Join a team focused on managing and growing commercial and agricultural banking relationships across Nebraska and Iowa. As an Agriculture and Deposit Commercial Banker, you will develop and retain a portfolio of client relationships, drive loan and deposit growth, and partner with internal banking specialists to deliver comprehensive financial solutions while supporting market expansion.

Key Accountabilities

• Grow and retain a portfolio of commercial and agricultural client relationships by developing new business opportunities and deepening existing partnerships.

• Build loan, deposit, and fee-income growth through proactive business development, client outreach, and referral networks.

• Collaborate with internal partners to identify client needs and connect customers with the banking products and services that best support their goals.

• Analyze financial information and work with portfolio management partners to evaluate credit opportunities and recommend appropriate loan structures.

• Manage portfolio administration and risk to ensure compliance with established credit policies, business strategies, and regulatory requirements.

• Provide financial guidance to clients and prospective clients regarding business conditions, industry trends, and banking solutions.

• Participate in the credit approval process by presenting loan opportunities and recommending appropriate credit structures.

• Represent the bank within the community by building professional relationships, developing referral sources, and participating in business and community organizations.

Education & Experience

Required

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

• 5-7 years of commercial banking or business-to-business sales experience.

• Demonstrated business development and credit analysis skills.

• Knowledge of commercial banking products and a track record of sales and client relationship management success.

• Access to reliable transportation and the ability to lawfully drive, if applicable.

Preferred

• 7+ years of commercial banking or business-to-business sales experience.

• Advanced business development and credit expertise with a strong history of managing and growing client relationships.  

Why You’ll Love Working Here

This is an opportunity to make a meaningful impact by managing and expanding a commercial and agricultural banking portfolio across a broad market area. You’ll work closely with experienced banking professionals, build lasting client relationships, and play a key role in supporting business growth and community development.

Apply today to make an impact.

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-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 [email protected] 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.

$96,600.00 - $165,600.00 per year