Manager, First Line Lending Risk – Commercial

Associated Bank

Manager of First Line Lending Risk leading risk management from originations to collections in commercial lending at Associated Bank. Strengthening controls, driving compliance, and growing leadership impact.

Posted 5/28/2026full-timeMilwaukee • Illinois, Wisconsin • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $88,270 - $151,320 per yearWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Own the risk and control environment for Commercial lending activities including originations, servicing, and collections.
Lead risk assessments, control testing, and documentation to ensure strong operational practices.
Oversee resolution of complaints, disputes, and errors while ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements.
Provide advisory support on new products, services, and digital enhancements to ensure compliance and operational readiness.
Monitor and report key risk metrics, emerging trends, and control performance to drive proactive action.
Manage responses to audits, compliance testing, and regulatory exams, ensuring timely remediation of issues.
Review and advise on regulatory changes, ensuring proper impact assessment and implementation.
Promote a strong risk culture by training, coaching, and partnering with business line leadership.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in Business, Risk, Finance, or related field (or equivalent experience)
6+ years banking experience with deep knowledge of products, regulations, and control frameworks
1+ years leadership experience

Benefits

Comp & perks

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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Hard Skills & Tools

risk assessmentscontrol testingoperational practicescompliance testingregulatory examsimpact assessmentcomplaints resolutiondispute resolutionerror resolutionbanking regulations

Soft Skills

leadershipcoachingtrainingadvisory supportcommunicationpartnershipproblem-solvingproactive actionorganizational skillsrisk culture promotion