CRE Portfolio Manager – AVP

Associated Bank

Portfolio Manager, AVP managing a portfolio of Commercial Real Estate relationships at Associated Bank. Analyzing credit and collaborating with internal teams for sound lending decisions.

Posted 7/8/2026full-timeGreen Bay • Illinois, Minnesota, Montana, Wisconsin • 🇺🇸 United StatesLead💰 $63,000 - $108,000 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in financial analysis, underwriting, and portfolio management within the Commercial Real Estate sector, while effectively collaborating with stakeholders to enhance client relationships and support lending decisions.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Financial AnalysisUnderwritingPortfolio ManagementCommercial Real Estate LendingRelationship Management

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Hard Skills

Financial Statement AnalysisCredit Presentation PreparationRisk Rating MonitoringCovenant Compliance ManagementLoan Approval Process Participation

Soft Skills

Client Relationship BuildingCollaborationCommunication

Certifications & Qualifications

Formal Commercial Credit Training

Industry Keywords

Commercial Real EstateCredit ApprovalLoan OpportunitiesPortfolio PerformanceMarket Data Analysis

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Analyze financial statements, borrower information, and market data to evaluate new and existing Commercial Real Estate loan opportunities.
Prepare clear, comprehensive credit presentations to support sound lending decisions.
Monitor portfolio performance, loan repayment activity, and risk ratings to identify and address emerging credit concerns.
Partner with Relationship Managers to strengthen client relationships and support portfolio growth.
Manage annual reviews, covenant compliance, reporting requirements, and portfolio exceptions to maintain a high-quality portfolio.
Collaborate with Credit, Operations, and other business partners to deliver timely and effective client solutions.
Participate in loan approval discussions, client due diligence, and special projects that support business objectives.
Represent Associated Bank in community and professional organizations to build relationships and strengthen the bank's presence.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
3+ years of Commercial Real Estate lending or credit approval experience.
Strong financial analysis, underwriting, and portfolio management skills.
Reliable transportation and the ability to lawfully drive, if required.
Preferred: 3+ years of experience managing complex commercial credit relationships.
Previous sales or relationship management experience.
Formal commercial credit training.

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.