Regional Operations 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

Support branch teams by strengthening operational integrity, compliance, and risk management across the region. Partner closely with branch leadership to coach, train, and drive consistent execution of procedures. This role offers strong visibility, leadership exposure, and growth within branch operations.

Key Accountabilities

• Own and drive the Region’s BBQA performance, using audit results to identify trends and coaching opportunities.
• Partner with branch and regional leaders to plan branch visits, action plans, and operational improvements.
• Coach teams on compliance, fraud prevention, operational controls, and risk management practices.
• Lead teller training and coordinate mentoring to ensure operational readiness and consistency.
• Facilitate regional job family and Teller Supervisor meetings to communicate procedural changes and best practices.
• Manage District Required Deposit Documents and reduce outstanding items over 30 days.
• Support onboarding and ongoing development for new Branch Managers, Assistant Managers, and Teller Supervisors.

Education & Experience

Required

• Associate’s Degree or equivalent combination of education and experience in Finance, Banking, or Business
• 2+ years of banking experience, preferably in operations or sales
• 1+ year of coaching or training experience
• Ability to travel within the region with reliable transportation

Preferred

• 4+ years of bank operations and sales experience
• 2+ years of coaching, training, or facilitation experience

Why You’ll Love Working Here

At Associated Bank, you’ll join a collaborative culture that values integrity, development, and community impact. You’ll gain exposure to regional leadership while building expertise that supports long-term career growth. 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. 

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 leavesandaccommodations@associatedbank.com 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.

$59,920.00 - $102,720.00 per year