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Sr. Relationship Manager - C&IB

PNC · Milwaukee, WI · Full time

Posted Sep 24, 2026 · We last checked this listing on Oct 6, 2026

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About your past

Tell me about the largest relationship you've brought to a bank. How did you win it?

What they are checking: Whether they have a real track record of winning significant middle market relationships.

Tell me about a time a client relationship went bad on the credit side. What did you do?

What they are checking: Whether they act early, communicate honestly and protect the bank when a credit deteriorates.

How do you mentor junior bankers on your team?

What they are checking: Whether they invest in others' growth, which is expected at a senior level.

How do you plan your year for growing your book of business?

What they are checking: Whether they set goals and track pipeline deliberately rather than waiting for opportunities.

What would you do

The posting mentions middle market clients with revenue over one hundred million. Walk me through how you'd build a target list in the Milwaukee market.

What they are checking: Whether they can identify and prioritize prospects in a specific market with a clear strategy.

A client wants looser covenants than credit will approve. How do you handle both sides?

What they are checking: Whether they can negotiate structure that works for the client while respecting credit discipline.

How do you bring treasury management, capital markets and other partners into a relationship?

What they are checking: Whether they can grow share of wallet by coordinating the full bank around the client.

About the work

Tell me about your formal credit training and how you use it in structuring deals.

What they are checking: Whether their credit foundation is strong enough to structure and defend complex middle market credits.

How do you analyze a manufacturing company's ability to service new debt for an acquisition?

What they are checking: Whether they understand pro forma cash flow, leverage and integration risk in acquisition financing.

What's happening in the Wisconsin middle market economy right now that affects your clients?

What they are checking: Whether they understand the local economy and can bring relevant insight to client conversations.

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The full job description

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Position Overview At PNC, our people are our greatest differentiator and competitive advantage in the markets we serve. We are all united in delivering the best experience for our customers. We work together each day to foster an inclusive workplace culture where all of our employees feel respected, valued and have an opportunity to contribute to the company’s success. As a Sr. Relationship Manager within PNC's Corporate Banking organization, you will be based in Milwaukee, WI. Preferences: Formal credit training Experience with middle market clients (revenue of 100mm +) PNC is an in-office company that fosters a supportive culture where employees can thrive and achieve balance. We encourage candidates to connect with their recruiter and hiring manager to understand workplace expectations and ensure the role aligns with their goals. PNC will not provide sponsorship for employment visas or participate in STEM OPT for this position. Job Description • Sets relationship strategies and directs relationship management activities with new and/or existing clients in a book of business to grow sales, revenue and market share with relevant sales goals. Typically works with clients with advanced levels of risk and complexity of needs. Works independently and may mentor other team members. • Creates and drives strategy to acquire and/or expand and retain client relationships to generate revenue and deepen share of wallet. Handles the origination, financial analysis, negotiation and documentation of credit and non-credit products and services. • Manages risk/return and drives quality for new and/or existing clients. Actively identifies and mitigates different types of risk, such as regulatory, reputational, operational and credit risks. • Focuses on client opportunities by providing ideas and insights based on an understanding of the client's needs and their financial well-being. Drives client engagement and loyalty. Generates ideas and best practices within Relationship Management and may mentor others. • Manages effective network of senior internal and external relationships, such as community or industry relationships, to actively acquire new clients and/or expand existing clients and enhance the client experience. Focuses on bringing entire bank to the client by presenting the full range of PNC's products and services. Leverages reporting and sales tools to proactively identify and successfully convert sales opportunities. • As defined with the business, demonstrates ability to analyze, evaluate and mitigate credit risk for the most complex credit requests by utilizing knowledge of advanced credit fundamentals and internal credit policies. PNC Employees take pride in our reputation and to continue building upon that we expect our employees to be: • Customer Focused - Knowledgeable of the values and practices that align customer needs and satisfaction as primary considerations in all business decisions and able to leverage that information in creating customized customer solutions. • Managing Risk - Assessing and effectively managing all of the risks associated with their business objectives and activities to ensure they adhere to and support PNC's Enterprise Risk Management Framework. Qualifications Successful candidates must demonstrate appropriate knowledge, skills, and abilities for a role. Listed below are skills, competencies, work experience, education, and required certifications/licensures needed to be successful in this position. Preferred Skills Book Of Business, Client Relationship Building, Credit Processes, Credit Products, Customer Engagement, Decision Making, Financial Analysis, Identifying Sales Opportunities Competencies Business Acumen, Client Relationship Management, Credit Analysis and Verification, Customer Experience Management., Decision Making and Critical Thinking, Effective Communications, Industry Knowledge, Managing Multiple Priorities, Portfolio Management - 1, Prospecting., Sales Negotiating, Selling., Tech Savvy Work Experience Roles at this level typically require a university / college degree. Higher level education such as a Masters degree, or PhD is desirable. Industry experience is typically 8 + years. Specific certifications are often required. In lieu of a degree, a comparable combination of education, job specific certification(s), and experience (including military service) may be considered. Education Bachelors Certifications No Required Certification(s) Licenses No Required License(s) Language Assessments No Required or Preferred Language Assessments Benefits PNC offers a comprehensive range of benefits to help meet your needs now and in the future. Depending on your eligibility, options for full-time employees include: medical/prescription drug coverage (with a Health Savings Account feature), dental and vision options; employee and spouse/child life insurance; short and long-term disability protection; 401(k) with PNC match, pension and stock purchase plans; dependent care reimbursement account; back-up child/elder care; adoption, surrogacy, and doula reimbursement; educational assistance, including select programs fully paid; a robust wellness program with financial incentives. In addition, PNC generally provides the following paid time off, depending on your eligibility: maternity and/or parental leave; up to 11 paid holidays each year; 9 occasional absence days each year, unless otherwise required by law; between 15 to 25 vacation days each year, depending on career level; and years of service. To learn more about these and other programs, including benefits for full time and part-time employees, visit pncthrive.com . Disability Accommodations Statement If an accommodation is required to participate in the application process, please contact us via email at AccommodationRequest@pnc.com . Please include “accommodation request” in the subject line title and be sure to include your name, the job ID, and your preferred method of contact in the body of the email. Emails not related to accommodation requests will not receive responses. Applicants may also call 877-968-7762 and say "Workday" for accommodation assistance. All information provided will be kept confidential and will be used only to the extent required to provide needed reasonable accommodations. At PNC we foster an inclusive and accessible workplace. We provide reasonable accommodations to employment applicants and qualified individuals with a disability who need an accommodation to perform the essential functions of their positions. Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) PNC provides equal employment opportunity to qualified persons regardless of race, color, sex, religion, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, veteran status, or other categories protected by law. This position is subject to the requirements of Section 19 of the Federal Deposit Insurance Act (FDIA) and, for any registered role, the Secure and Fair Enforcement for Mortgage Licensing Act of 2008 (SAFE Act) and/or the Financial Industry Regulatory Authority (FINRA), which prohibit the hiring of individuals with certain criminal history. California Residents Refer to the California Consumer Privacy Act Privacy Notice to gain understanding of how PNC may use or disclose your personal information in our hiring practices.

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