IT Portfolio 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.

Key Accountabilities

• Manage the stability, performance, and roadmap of applications within your portfolio, ensuring alignment with business and IT strategies.

• Partner with business leaders to plan and prioritize initiatives that support long-term goals and operational excellence.

• Oversee project governance, budgets, timelines, and deliverables to ensure successful outcomes across multiple programs.

• Lead and develop a diverse team of IT professionals, fostering growth, collaboration, and accountability.

• Collaborate with internal and external auditors to maintain compliance and transparency.

• Advocate for business needs within IT forums, ensuring alignment between technology initiatives and organizational objectives.

• Optimize resource allocation and portfolio financials to maximize efficiency and project impact.

• Champion continuous improvement in project management methodologies, frameworks, and best practices.

Education & Experience

Required:

• Associate's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or related field

• 7+ years of project and program management experience within a medium to large enterprise

• Strong knowledge of systems development, project delivery methodologies, and portfolio governance

Preferred:

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or related field

• 10+ years of experience working with senior leaders and managing large, complex portfolios

• Experience with PMO structures, best practices, and geographically distributed teams

Why You'll Love Working Here

You'll be part of a dynamic, forward-thinking IT organization where innovation and collaboration drive real impact. We offer a supportive environment that invests in your professional development and rewards your leadership and results. Apply today to shape the future of technology at Associated Bank and grow your career with a team that achieves together.

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-focusedColleague Resource Groups.

• Competitive salaries with professional development and advancement opportunities.

• Bonus benefits including well-being programs and incentives, parental leave,anemployee stock purchase plan, military benefits and much more.

• Personal banking, loan, investmentand 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 onFacebook,LinkedInandX.

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 contactleavesandaccommodations@associatedbank.comif you need an accommodation at any time during the process.

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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.