Business Segment Leader

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Monroe, Chicago, IL
In-Office
189K-324K Annually
Expert/Leader
Fintech
The Role
Lead the Commercial Banking segment, driving strategy and growth for middle-market clients while managing credit discipline and overseeing a seasoned team.
Summary Generated by Built In

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.

Lead a high-performing Commercial/Corporate/Specialized Banking segment serving middle-market and corporate clients with revenues of $25MM+. You will drive segment strategy, growth, and credit discipline while managing a seasoned team focused on complex financing, treasury, and relationship needs. This role offers the opportunity to influence enterprise decisions, shape the regional market, and deepen your leadership impact.Key Accountabilities
  • Lead the middle-market/commercial segment to achieve revenue, portfolio, and profitability goals, ensuring strong credit quality and risk management for clients with revenues typically exceeding $25MM.

  • Drive new business growth by sourcing and expanding complex client relationships across credit, treasury, deposits, and specialized commercial solutions.

  • Oversee segment P&L performance and financial metrics, aligning production results with broader commercial banking strategy.

  • Participate in the loan approval process for sophisticated commercial structures, recommending terms, presenting credits, and guiding decision-making.

  • Coach and develop Relationship Managers, Portfolio Managers, and team leaders, setting performance expectations and addressing credit or sales performance gaps promptly.

  • Provide strategic and financial insights to clients, advising on market conditions, trends, and opportunities impacting middle-market companies.

  • Engage in industry organizations, community events, and Colleague Resource Groups to strengthen Associated Bank’s presence in the commercial marketplace.

  • Contribute to bank-wide committees and initiatives focused on lending, deposits, cross-sell strategy, and operational excellence.

Education & ExperienceRequired
  • Bachelor’s degree in Business, Finance, Accounting, or equivalent experience.

  • 15+ years of experience in Commercial or Corporate Banking serving middle-market clients with advanced credit, sales, and product expertise.

  • 4+ years of P&L leadership experience.

  • 4+ years of management experience leading commercial or corporate banking teams.

  • Reliable transportation and ability to lawfully drive, if applicable, by start date.

Preferred

  • Advanced degree or industry certifications.

  • Experience leading teams across multiple markets.

Why You’ll Love Working Here

At Associated Bank, you’ll join a values-driven culture that invests in your success and encourages you to lead with impact. You’ll guide a team supporting some of the region’s most dynamic middle-market and corporate clients while helping shape the future of our commercial bank. Grow your career, expand your influence, and elevate your leadership. Apply today to make an impact.

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.

$189,280.00 - $324,480.00 per year
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The Company
HQ: Green Bay, WI
4,448 Employees

What We Do

Associated Banc-Corp (NYSE: ASB) has total assets of $34 billion and is Wisconsin’s largest bank holding company. Headquartered in Green Bay, Wisconsin, Associated is a leading Midwest banking franchise, offering a full range of financial products and services from more than 220 banking locations serving more than 120 communities throughout Wisconsin, Illinois and Minnesota, and commercial financial services in Indiana, Michigan, Missouri, Ohio and Texas.

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