District Senior Credit Officer

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.

What You'll Do

As a key credit leader, you'll be an integral part of a team of credit approval professionals and partner closely with line-of-business leaders. Your primary mission? Ensure that credit decisions align with our policies and risk appetite while supporting smart, strategic growth.

• Lead and develop a high-performing credit team- Coach, train, and evaluate Regional Credit Officers and staff. Share your deep understanding of commercial, personal, and specialized lending to enhance team capabilities.

• Evaluate and approve large, complex commercial credit requests- With delegated credit authority (up to $20M depending on credit type), ensure requests are sound, structured, and consistent with ASBC policies and profitability goals.

• Be a strategic partner to the Commercial Lending teams- Add value beyond the approval process. Provide real-time structuring advice and policy guidance that empowers Relationship Managers to win business while managing risk.

• Monitor and manage portfolio quality- Use systems and data to evaluate Asset Quality Ratings (AQR), review annual maturities, financial reporting, compliance, and exceptions.

• Support portfolio strategy and performance- Collaborate on AQR forecasting, credit quality metrics, concentration limits, and risk-adjusted portfolio composition.

• Coach and mentor front-line bankers- Be a resource for Portfolio Managers and Relationship Managers through ongoing credit discussions and hands-on learning opportunities.

• Contribute to M&A and integration efforts- Play a role in due diligence and onboarding of new portfolios or acquired institutions.

• Be a talent builder and people-first leader- Hire, onboard, and grow top talent. Provide transparent, constructive feedback and support professional development.

What You Bring

• 7+ yearsof experience in Credit Administration with direct approval/signature authority

• Proven leadership of credit professionals in a commercial lending environment

• Ability to make sound credit decisions that balance policy, risk, and client needs

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Finance, or Accounting (or equivalent experience)

• Deep understanding of commercial banking, risk ratings, loan structuring, and regulatory requirements

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-focusedColleague Resource Groups.

• Competitive salaries with professional development and advancement opportunities.

• Bonus benefits including well-being programs and incentives, parental leave,anemployee stock purchase plan, military benefits and much more.

• Personal banking, loan, investmentand insurance benefits.

Associated Bank serves more than 120 communities throughout Wisconsin, Illinois and Minnesota 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 onFacebook,LinkedInandX.

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 contactleavesandaccommodations@associatedbank.comif you need an accommodation at any time during the process.

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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.