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.

The Indirect Auto Business Development Officer will, under limited supervision, promote and present Associated Bank's indirect Auto Finance program to existing and prospective automobile dealer customers; achieve maximum account penetration, profitability, and growth within an assigned territory; educate and advise dealers on program features and benefits best meeting their needs to increase the increase the quantity and quality of indirect auto loan applications.

Candidates located in the Chicago area of Illinois are strongly preferred.

We invite you to view the opportunity below.

As an Indirect Auto Business Development Officer, you will:

Develop and maintain existing automobile dealer relationships in an assigned geographic market through frequent contact to increase indirect auto loan origination volume and application quality.
Through consistent, regular contact with automobile dealerships, improve client knowledge of Associated Bank's processes and procedures, conduct training on all facets of doing business with Associated Bank, ensure an understanding of Associated Bank's compliance requirements, and review the client's performance scorecard.
As the representative of Associated Bank, serve as the primary point of contact for automobile dealer clients in the resolution of underwriting, documentation, compliance, and servicing issues.
Solicit and develop new automobile dealer relationships through pro-active sales calls, presentations, and referrals to help increase indirect auto loan originations.
Maintain a high level of industry knowledge; gather competitive landscape information to use as reference for management and to create specific business development tactics.

Education

Bachelor's Degree or equivalent combination of education and experience Required

Experience

3-5 years Auto Lending, Consumer Lending Industry Sales Required

Why You’ll Love Working Here

You’ll join a collaborative team that invests in your development and career growth from day one. This role offers hands-on learning, mentorship, and clear progression opportunities within commercial banking. Make a meaningful impact while building a strong financial foundation—apply today to get started.

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.

$82,600.00 - $141,600.00 per year

Indirect Auto BDO - Illinois