IT Portfolio Manager

Associated Bank; Wisconsin; On-site; USD 109,000 - 189,000; Full time

Job summary

A financial institution is seeking an experienced IT Portfolio Manager to oversee technology-driven initiatives for enterprise lines of business. The successful candidate will ensure projects meet quality standards and are delivered on time and within budget. Ideal qualifications include 7-10 years of project management experience and strong leadership skills in complex environments.

Benefits

Retirement savings options

Paid time off for volunteering

Professional development opportunities

Qualifications

• 7-10 years of Project and Program Management experience with medium to large enterprise portfolios.
• Advanced knowledge of systems development and project delivery methodologies.
• Experience with PMO structures and practices.

Responsibilities

• Manage interactions with auditors for information perspective.
• Be accountable for the stability and performance of applications in the portfolio.
• Lead, coach, and develop IT professionals.
• Provide governance and oversight of projects to achieve goals.

Skills

Project Management

Leadership

Interpersonal Skills

Communication

Organizational Skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or related field

Associate Degree in Computer Science or related field

Job description

Overview

The IT Portfolio Manager oversees and manages technology-driven initiatives for multiple enterprise lines of business. You will ensure initiatives are completed on schedule, within budget and scope, and meet quality standards. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams to achieve enterprise strategic objectives and navigate competing initiative priorities with strong organization and interpersonal skills.

Salary

Base pay range: $109,970.00/yr - $188,520.00/yr. Pay is based on skills and experience; discuss specifics with your recruiter.

Responsibilities

• Manage interactions with internal and external auditors as required from an information perspective
• Be 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
• Serve as a key voice to the business on application and roadmap initiatives, annual planning, and escalation of project-related issues
• Support IT and Business 3-5 year roadmap strategies to ensure alignment of applications and initiatives
• Participate in feasibility studies and proposals on strategic initiatives
• Lead, coach and develop IT professionals, fostering a diverse and skilled team
• Advocate for business stakeholders in IT forums
• Provide governance and oversight of projects/programs to achieve goals within approved time, scope, and budget
• Plan and onboard projects and programs
• Maintain and communicate overall portfolio financials
• Maximize resource allocation based on availability and prioritization
• Promote strong IT governance within the management framework and mentor project managers
• Oversee production of management documents (Project Charter, Requirements, Epics, Stories, etc.)
• Provide consulting services to business partners on new initiatives
• Oversee management of project closure initiatives

Qualifications

• Education: Associate Degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or related field; Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or related field (Preferred)
• Experience: 7-10 years of Project and Program Management with medium to large enterprise portfolios (Required)
• Advanced knowledge of systems development and project delivery methodologies; leadership in dynamic/complex environments
• Ability to identify critical-path issues and manage them to resolution
• Experience working with senior staff and teams (Preferred: 10+ years)
• Experience with PMO structures and practices; managing geographically distributed teams (Preferred)

Benefits and Compliance

In addition to core benefits, we offer retirement savings options, paid time off for volunteering, diversity-focused Colleague Resource Groups, professional development opportunities, and various bonus and well-being programs. We are an equal opportunity employer and comply with applicable laws. For accommodations in the application process, contact [e-mail]. Associated Banc-Corp participates in the E-Verify Program.