Corporate Banking Portfolio Manager - VP

Associated Bank • Chicago, IL

2d • $88,060 - $150,960 • Onsite

About The Position

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 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.

Requirements

• 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.

Nice To Haves

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

Responsibilities

• 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.

Benefits

• 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.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior