Corporate Risk Intelligence Lead

Position Overview
As the Corporate Risk Intelligence (CRI) Lead, you will drive the success of a high-performing analytics team while partnering closely with key business units to advance risk intelligence initiatives. Your role will involve leading a team of analysts, overseeing data analysis and reporting activities, managing critical projects, and enhancing business decisions through actionable insights. You’ll also play a central role in ensuring regulatory compliance, supporting strategic priorities, and cultivating a collaborative, high-performance culture.

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Key Responsibilities

Leadership & Team Development

• Lead, coach, and motivate a team of analysts by assigning responsibilities aligned with individual strengths, conducting regular performance reviews, and delivering constructive feedback.

• Identify team development needs and implement training plans to support professional growth.

• Foster a collaborative team culture that emphasizes continuous learning, mentorship, and innovation.

• Partner with business unit leaders to align project priorities and ensure timely delivery of results.

• Stay current on industry best practices by attending professional workshops, reviewing literature, and networking to inform data management, reporting, tuning, and compliance strategies.

Project Management

• Align project assignments with team strengths and career development goals.

• Define project scope, develop detailed timelines, identify deliverables, and monitor progress.

• Mitigate project risks and ensure adherence to deadlines and budgets.

Data Analytics & Reporting

• Guide the collection, cleansing, and analysis of complex datasets using advanced tools and methodologies.

• Oversee the development of analytical outputs, ensuring accuracy, clarity, and actionable insight.

• Deliver high-quality reports and presentations that inform senior leadership decision-making.

• Support regulatory and audit responses through robust data analysis and reporting oversight.

Strategic Business Partnership

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to understand business objectives and translate them into data-driven strategies.

• Identify and implement opportunities to optimize business processes through analytics.

• Lead troubleshooting efforts with CRI and technology teams to resolve or anticipate production issues.

• Review proposed solutions, offering expert feedback and alternative approaches where appropriate.

• Act as a strategic advisor to stakeholders, delivering insights that shape business direction.

Quality Assurance

• Establish and maintain high standards for data analysis and reporting quality.

• Review team outputs for accuracy, consistency, and compliance with analytical best practices.

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Education & Experience

Required

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience in Business, Risk, Compliance, Finance, Accounting, Analytics, Computer Science, or a related field

• 4–7 years of progressive experience in applications, data analytics, or risk within financial services or BSA/risk functions

• Familiarity with Associated Bank systems and applications

Preferred

• 7–10 years of advanced analytics and application experience within financial services or risk management

• In-depth knowledge of Associated Bank platforms

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Certifications (Preferred but not Required)

• CAMS (Certified Anti-Money Laundering Specialist)

• PMP (Project Management Professional)

• Other certifications in Fraud, Risk, IT, or Data Analysis

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Total Rewards & Benefits

At Associated Bank, we’re committed to supporting our employees through all stages of life. Our benefits include:

• Retirement savings options including 401(k) with match and a pension plan

• Paid volunteer time to support community engagement

• Inclusive Colleague Resource Groups that foster connection and belonging

• Competitive compensation with clear opportunities for advancement

• Well-being incentives, parental leave, employee stock purchase plans, and military benefits

• Preferential banking, lending, investment, and insurance benefits

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