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 focused on Commercial Real Estate, you will support the underwriting, credit monitoring, and ongoing management of commercial real estate lending relationships. This role plays a key part in evaluating credit opportunities, managing portfolio risk, and helping deliver high-quality financial solutions to clients while ensuring adherence to lending policies and regulatory requirements.
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Key Accountabilities
- Analyze borrower, guarantor, property, and market financial information to evaluate new loan requests, renewals, modifications, and annual reviews.
- Monitor portfolio performance and maintain timely and accurate risk ratings for commercial real estate relationships.
- Review loan repayment activity, property performance, and the financial condition of borrowers to identify and manage risk.
- Ensure portfolio administration and client relationship management activities comply with lending policies, operating procedures, and regulatory requirements.
- Minimize portfolio exceptions by proactively managing reporting requirements, covenant compliance, relationship reviews, and past due items.
- Partner with Relationship Managers to support client relationships and coordinate with Credit, operations, and other internal business partners.
- Assist with due diligence and analysis for prospective client opportunities and relationship expansion efforts.
- Participate in loan approval processes, present credit recommendations as appropriate, and contribute to special projects that support team objectives.
Required
- Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
- 3+ years of Commercial Real Estate lending, underwriting, portfolio management, or credit approval experience.
Preferred
- 3+ years of experience working with complex credit relationships.
- Sales experience.
- Formal credit training.
- Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) designation or progress toward obtaining the designation by start date.
- Access to reliable transportation and the ability to lawfully drive, if applicable.
Why You’ll Love Working Here
Join a collaborative team where you can deepen your expertise in commercial real estate lending while working closely with relationship managers, credit professionals, and business partners. This role offers the opportunity to make a meaningful impact through portfolio management, risk assessment, and client relationship support while contributing to the growth and success of the business.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.
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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 leavesandaccommodations@associatedbank.com if you need an accommodation at any time during the process.
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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