Commercial Portfolio Manager - AVP

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.

As a Portfolio Manager, AVP, you will support Middle Market and Corporate Banking relationships through underwriting, credit oversight, and portfolio management. This role focuses on analyzing credit opportunities, monitoring portfolio performance, maintaining strong credit quality, and partnering with Relationship Managers to deepen client relationships and support portfolio growth. You will play an important role in helping the team meet future growth objectives while delivering exceptional client support.

Key Accountabilities

• Analyze financial statements, credit requests, and borrower performance to evaluate lending opportunities and recommend appropriate loan structures.
• Monitor portfolio performance and credit quality, identifying risks and taking proactive steps to support ongoing repayment capacity.
• Manage portfolio administration activities to ensure compliance with credit policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements.
• Partner closely with Relationship Managers to support client relationships, manage renewals, and deliver responsive banking solutions.
• Assist with due diligence and analysis for new client opportunities and credit recommendations.
• Present credit recommendations and participate in approval processes, as appropriate.
• Identify opportunities to expand client relationships through referrals and cross-selling of banking products and services.
• Represent the bank in business and community activities to support relationship development and market presence.

Education & Experience

Required

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Finance, Accounting, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• 2+ years of Commercial, Corporate, or Specialized Banking experience.
• Strong experience in financial statement analysis, underwriting, credit analysis, and portfolio management.

Preferred

• 2+ years managing complex credits.
• Sales experience.
• Formal credit training.
• Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) designation.
• Valid driver’s license, reliable transportation, and the ability to lawfully drive, if applicable.

Why You’ll Love Working Here

You'll join a collaborative team environment that values partnership, relationship-building, and professional growth. This role offers the opportunity to work closely with Relationship Managers and senior leaders while contributing to the continued growth and success of Middle Market and Corporate Banking relationships.

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. 

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 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.

$72,100.00 - $123,600.00 per year