ERISA and Compliance 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.

We're looking for a seasoned ERISA compliance professional to serve as a senior leader within our Retirement Plan Services team. In this role, you'll guide compliance strategy, advise senior leadership, and mentor colleagues while shaping the future of retirement services. You'll also serve as a thought leader-sharing insights, guidance, and best practices both in writing and in presentations to influence the direction of our business.

Key Accountabilities

• Lead and develop ERISA compliance colleagues, fostering expertise and collaboration.
• Provide senior-level guidance on regulatory compliance to management, sales, and product teams.
• Analyze new and proposed legislation to recommend strategies and implementation plans.
• Partner with business leaders to review and approve new plan opportunities, ensuring compliance and risk alignment.
• Direct operational defect resolution, including corrective actions and voluntary correction program filings.
• Oversee plan restatements and amendments to ensure alignment with sponsor intentions and regulatory requirements.
• Act as a senior advisor and thought leader on new services and product development, ensuring compliance with ERISA and DOL regulations.
• Represent Retirement Plan Services on risk and compliance committees, driving informed decisions and influencing best practices.

Education & Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Economics, or related field required
• 12+ years of ERISA and qualified plan administration experience required
• Juris Doctor (JD) preferred
• Professional certifications such as CRPS, ASPPA, CEBS, or PRP preferred
• License to Practice Law preferred

Why You'll Love Working Here

At Associated Bank, your expertise doesn't just support compliance-it shapes the future of retirement services for our clients. We invest in your professional growth, provide opportunities to lead, and foster a culture where your contributions matter. Join us and apply today to make an 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 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.

$120,400.00 - $206,400.00 per year