CRE Portfolio Manager

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’ll help manage and grow a portfolio of Commercial Real Estate relationships by delivering thoughtful credit analysis and proactive portfolio management. You’ll partner with Relationship Managers and internal teams to support sound lending decisions, manage risk, and deliver an exceptional client experience. This role offers opportunities to deepen your commercial banking expertise while building strong client and business partnerships.

Key Accountabilities

• Analyze financial statements, borrower information, and market data to evaluate new and existing Commercial Real Estate loan opportunities.

• Prepare clear, comprehensive credit presentations to support sound lending decisions.

• Monitor portfolio performance, loan repayment activity, and risk ratings to identify and address emerging credit concerns.

• Partner with Relationship Managers to strengthen client relationships and support portfolio growth.

• Manage annual reviews, covenant compliance, reporting requirements, and portfolio exceptions to maintain a high-quality portfolio.

• Collaborate with Credit, Operations, and other business partners to deliver timely and effective client solutions.

• Participate in loan approval discussions, client due diligence, and special projects that support business objectives.

• Represent Associated Bank in community and professional organizations to build relationships and strengthen the bank's presence.

Education & Experience

Required

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

• 3+ years of Commercial Real Estate lending or credit approval experience.

• Strong financial analysis, underwriting, and portfolio management skills.

• Reliable transportation and the ability to lawfully drive, if required.

Preferred

• 3+ years of experience managing complex commercial credit relationships.

• Previous sales or relationship management experience.

• Formal commercial credit training.

Why You'll Love Working Here

At Associated Bank, you'll join a collaborative team that values partnership, professional development, and delivering meaningful results for clients and communities. You'll have opportunities to expand your commercial banking expertise, take on new challenges, and contribute to a strong, relationship-focused culture. 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 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.

For certain positions, total compensation may also include incentive, commission, or bonus opportunities not reflected in the posted base pay range.

$63,000.00 - $108,000.00 per year