Director of Data Goverance

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.

As the Director of Data Governance, you'll lead the enterprise-wide strategy for data governance risk oversight, ensuring that data is managed responsibly and effectively across the organization. This is a high-impact leadership role that influences how Associated Bank protects, leverages, and governs its data to support sound risk management and business success.

• Lead the enterprise Data Governance Risk Oversight Program, setting the strategy, standards, and frameworks for effective data management risk practices.
• Establish and maintain enterprise-wide data governance risk policies, procedures, and controls aligned with regulatory expectations and best practices.
• Partner with leaders across business, technology, and risk to embed governance risk considerations in enterprise data strategies.
• Oversee regulatory engagement for audits, examinations, and independent reviews related to data governance risk.
• Coordinate the Data Governance Committee, including meeting preparation, materials, and presentations to senior leadership.
• Develop and monitor enterprise data governance risk metrics and reporting for executive management and the Board.
• Identify and address emerging data governance risks, including regulatory developments and technology changes.
• Foster a culture of strong risk awareness and data accountability through communication, training, and governance forums.

Education & Experience
Required:

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Technology, Risk Management, or related field.
• 7+ years of experience in technology, data management, or risk management with progressive leadership responsibilities.
• 3+ years of experience influencing senior leaders and managing regulatory interactions related to data governance.

Preferred:

• Master's degree in Business Administration, Information Systems, or related field.
• Data Governance or Risk Management certification (e.g., DCAM, CDMP, CRMP).

Why You'll Love Working Here
You'll be part of a values-driven organization that invests in your growth and celebrates your success. We offer development opportunities, flexible work options, and a supportive culture that empowers you to lead with confidence. Apply today to make an impact - for your career, our customers, and our communities.

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 leavesandaccommodations@associatedbank.com if you need an accommodation at any time during the process.

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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.

$153,790.00 - $263,640.00 per year