Market 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.

Role Summary
As a Market Manager at Associated Bank, you’ll lead a market of up to five branches, driving growth, customer satisfaction, and team performance. You’ll inspire branch teams to deliver exceptional banking experiences, achieve financial goals, and strengthen community relationships. This is a high-impact leadership opportunity to shape your market’s success and advance your career in a collaborative, performance-driven environment.
This position requires a credit check per 12 CPR Chapter X, Part 1026, Truth in Lending, Regulation Z.

Key Accountabilities

• Lead and coach multiple branch teams to achieve sales, service, and operational goals through consistent branch visits and performance reviews.
• Drive business growth by prospecting new clients, deepening existing relationships, and engaging with local businesses and community organizations.
• Develop and empower colleagues through ongoing coaching, performance management, and career development conversations.
• Recruit, hire, and onboard top talent while fostering an inclusive, engaging, and high-performing workplace culture.
• Ensure compliance with all regulatory requirements, credit policies, and internal controls to maintain operational excellence.
• Collaborate with internal partners to strengthen customer engagement and expand digital and online banking adoption.
• Represent Associated Bank in the community by actively participating in events and promoting the bank’s commitment to service and inclusion.

Education & Experience

Required

• Associate’s degree or equivalent combination of education and experience in business or related field
• 4+ years of branch management experience
• Strong knowledge of bank operations, compliance, and financial performance management

Preferred

• Bachelor’s degree in business, finance, or related field
• Experience managing multiple branch locations or market-level teams

Why You’ll Love Working Here

At Associated Bank, you’ll be part of a collaborative team that values integrity, inclusion, and innovation. We invest in your growth through leadership development, meaningful work, and opportunities to make a lasting impact in the communities we serve. Apply today to lead with purpose and shape the future of community banking.

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.

$67,410.00 - $115,560.00 per year