Credit Analyst Program

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.

Due to work requirements, candidates must be located within 30 miles of Milwaukee or St. Louis.

We invite you to view the opportunity below.

Associated Bank’s Emerging Talent Programs are committed to growing high potential talent and accelerating their development by providing training, career development planning, networking opportunities, mentorship, performance feedback and robust assignments highlighting the functional areas’ value and impact across the organization.

In the Credit Analyst Program, trainees will participate in a 5-month program and receive training that will set the foundation for a banking career with Associated Bank. Training will consist of credit risk analysis, a review of other elements of general business risk, accounting, corporate finance, cash flow analysis, underwriting, financial modeling, valuation, business writing, and exposure to available banking products. Trainees will gain an in-depth understanding of portfolio management and end-to-end underwriting of credit transactions with a primary focus on Business banking lines.

This person will:

• Learn and understand Associated’s credit approach and underwriting process, as well as spread and analyze financial data.

• Begin to conduct the analysis and underwriting of existing and new credit transactions, in preparation to monitor and manage a loan portfolio.

• Learn and understand Associated’s lending cycle and the wide range of banking products we provide to our customers and prospective customers.

• Prepare to help companies analyze their capital structure and financial needs in order to help develop and recommend financial solutions.

• Understand Associated’s value proposition and the benefit of relationship banking.

•  Participate in a structured mentorship program and attend networking events with peers and executives.

•  Attend development workshops, skills training, and receive regular feedback to support your growth and performance.

•  Receive comprehensive performance feedback, focusing on personal and professional development.

Review the qualifications listed below:

Education

• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Economics or Finance, Required.

Experience

• Less than 2 years Entry Level, Preferred.

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 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 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 to individuals with disabilities throughout the application & interview process. Please contact [email protected] if you need an accommodation at any time during the interview process.

Associated Banc-Corp is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer. 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.