Associate Counsel

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.

At Associated Bank, we put people first-our customers, colleagues, and communities. Our culture is built on listening and then acting with purpose. We achieve more together, bring a winning spirit to every challenge, and keep a relentless focus on people. Here, your expertise is valued, your growth is supported, and your impact is real.

Role Summary

We're looking for a legal professional with strong banking or financial industry expertise to join our in-house legal team. In this role, you'll advise business leaders, manage legal risks, and guide compliance with policies, procedures, and federal and state regulations. You'll have the opportunity to partner with senior leadership and grow your career while protecting the bank's long-term success.

Key Accountabilities

• Advise business lines on legal issues, contracts, and day-to-day matters.
• Draft, review, negotiate, and interpret third party agreements.
• Monitor changes in state and federal laws and regulations.
• Partner with leaders to develop and implement policies and procedures.
• Manage relationships with outside counsel to ensure quality and cost control.
• Support organizational transactions by overseeing legal aspects.
• Collaborate with Senior Counsel, vendor management and procurement professionals, and subject matter experts as needed.

Education & Experience

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Why You'll Love Working Here

At Associated Bank, you'll join a collaborative team where your legal expertise makes a direct impact on business growth and client trust. You'll have opportunities to expand your skills, take on challenging projects, and grow your career within a supportive environment. Apply today to make an impact and be part of a team that's winning 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.

$126,490.00 - $216,840.00 per year