Manager of First Line Risk Data and Reporting

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

• Lead data governance activities, including issue logging, data lineage, and quality monitoring across business functions.

• Oversee the production, validation, and accuracy of risk reporting (KRIs, control testing, losses, and complaints).

• Partner with data owners, stewards, model owners, and technology teams to resolve data integrity issues and deliver sustainable solutions.

• Develop automated dashboards, heatmaps, and risk reporting tools for senior leaders.

• Maintain clear documentation for data sources, definitions, and validation processes.

• Collaborate with Enterprise Data Governance, Compliance, and Risk to ensure alignment with companywide standards.

• Support exam and audit readiness by providing accurate, reliable, and auditable risk data outputs.

• Recommend process and reporting improvements to increase efficiency and insight.

Required

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Finance, Data Science, Risk Management, or related field (or equivalent experience)

• 5+ years in data risk management, operational risk, or data analytics

• 3+ years with SQL or other data analytics platforms (e.g., Tableau, Power BI)

Preferred

• Master’s degree in Data Science, Finance, or Risk

• Certified Data Management Professional (CDMP)

• Certified Risk and Compliance Management Professional (CRCMP)

• Certified Information Privacy Professional (CIPP)

• Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA)

At Associated Bank, your work will shape how leaders use data to protect customers and strengthen our business. You’ll have opportunities to innovate, grow your expertise, and contribute to an environment that values collaboration and learning. Join us and help drive smarter, data-driven risk decisions. Apply today and make your impact.

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 [email protected] 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.