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.

The IT Portfolio Manager plays a crucial role in overseeing and managing the technology driven initiatives for multiple enterprise lines of business. You will be responsible for ensuring that initiatives are completed within schedule, budget, and scope, while meeting all quality standards.

The role includes collaborating closely with cross-functional teams to successfully complete the enterprise strategic objectives. Strong organizational and interpersonal skills to navigate competing initiative priorities.

Skills include a strong background in program management, with a proven track record in delivering complex IT initiatives on time and within budget. Excellent leadership and communication skills, with the ability to inspire and motivate a diverse team in a fast-paced environment.

This person will :

• Manage interactions with internal and external auditors as required from an information perspective
• Responsible and accountable for the stability, performance, production, compliance, roadmap strategy and development initiatives for each application in the portfolio
• Facilitate joint planning with business partners in the early stages of project formation
• Key voice to the business on the application, roadmap initiatives, annual initiative planning, escalation point for the business development / project related issues
• Support IT and Business 3-5 year roadmap strategies ensuring application development and initiatives align to these strategies
• Participate in feasibility studies and proposals on strategic initiatives
• Lead, coach and develop highly skilled and diverse IT professionals
• Advocates for business stakeholders in IT forums
• Provides governance & oversight of projects / programs to ensure goals and objectives are accomplished within approved time frame, scope, and budget
• Responsible for the planning and on boarding of projects and programs
• Maintains and communicates overall portfolio financials
• Responsible for maximizing resource allocation based on resource availability and prioritized projects
• Champions strong IT governance in the management framework and mentors project managers in its development and continuous improvement
• Oversees the production of management documents (Project Charter, Requirements, Epics, Stories etc.)
• Provide consulting services to business partners on new initiatives (medium to large of varying complexity)
• Oversees the management of project closure initiatives

Requirements : Education

Associate Degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or a related field.

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or a related (Preferred)

Experience :

7-10 years Project and Program Management with medium to large enterprise portfolios (Required) .

Advanced knowledge and understanding of systems development & project delivery methodologies. Leadership position in dynamic / complex environment.

Ability to identify the programs critical path issues and manage them effectively to resolution.

10+ years ability to work effectively with senior staff and teams (Preferred)

Ability to identify the programs critical path issues and manage them effectively to resolution (Preferred).

Experience with PMO organizational structures including PMO best practices and Management of PMO teams (Preferred).

Experience leading geographically distributed teams (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-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.

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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.

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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.

$109,970.00 - $188,520.00 per year