Senior Principal, AI Portfolio, Adoption & Governance

Associated Bank

. Lead the enterprise AI portfolio, including use-case intake, evaluation, prioritization, and investment governance .

Posted 9/17/2026full-timeMilwaukee • Illinois • United StatesSenior💰 $144,830 - $248,280 per yearWebsite

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Demonstrates expertise in leading enterprise AI initiatives, developing governance frameworks, and driving strategic planning discussions. Proficient in stakeholder management, analytical decision-making, and delivering insights on portfolio performance and business outcomes.

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Portfolio ManagementAI GovernanceStrategic PlanningStakeholder ManagementBusiness Transformation

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Hard Skills

Governance Framework DevelopmentInvestment RecommendationsBusiness Case DevelopmentFinancial AnalysisProgram ManagementData AnalyticsChange ManagementDigital TransformationAI Adoption MeasurementExecutive Reporting

Soft Skills

Analytical SkillsCommunication SkillsFacilitation SkillsInfluencing SkillsChange Enablement

Certifications & Qualifications

PMPAgileScrumChange ManagementPortfolio ManagementAI GovernanceData GovernanceRisk Management

Industry Keywords

BankingFinancial ServicesRegulated IndustriesResponsible AI PrinciplesValue Realization Practices

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

PMP

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead the enterprise AI portfolio, including use-case intake, evaluation, prioritization, and investment governance
Drive executive-level portfolio reviews, decision-making forums, and strategic planning discussions
Develop and enhance AI governance frameworks, operating models, policies, and accountability processes
Partner with business, technology, finance, risk, legal, compliance, and security teams to align AI initiatives with enterprise priorities
Establish methods to measure AI adoption, business value, ROI, and benefits realization
Lead enterprise AI literacy, training, communications, and change enablement programs
Build and support the AI Champion network to accelerate responsible AI adoption across the organization
Deliver executive reporting and insights on portfolio performance, investments, adoption, and business outcomes
Directly represent yourself and your own experiences during the recruiting and hiring process
Fully comply with applicable enterprise policies and procedures and report required issues to management, HR, Financial Intelligence, or the Ethics Hotline

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's degree in Business, Finance, Technology, Information Systems, Data & Analytics, Risk Management, or a related field, or equivalent experience
8+ years of experience in portfolio management, governance, strategic planning, business transformation, program management, consulting, product management, technology management, financial analysis, or related disciplines
Experience leading enterprise-wide initiatives involving executive stakeholders and cross-functional teams
Experience developing business cases, governance frameworks, operating models, investment recommendations, and executive presentations
Strong analytical, communication, facilitation, and stakeholder management skills
Ability to influence decisions and drive outcomes across complex organizations without direct authority
Preferred: Master's degree in Business Administration, Finance, Technology Management, Information Systems, Data Analytics, or a related field
Preferred: Experience supporting AI, data and analytics, digital transformation, innovation, or emerging technology initiatives
Preferred: Experience within banking, financial services, or other highly regulated industries
Preferred: Knowledge of AI governance, Responsible AI principles, portfolio management, investment governance, and value realization practices
Preferred: PMP, Agile, Scrum, Change Management, Portfolio Management, AI Governance, Data Governance, or Risk Management certifications
Must complete a thorough background check
Must comply with applicable enterprise policies, laws, and regulations, including Bank Secrecy Act requirements
Must report suspicious activity, customer complaints, procedure violations, and ethical concerns as required

Benefits

Comp & perks

Retirement savings including both 401(k) and Pension plans
Paid time off to volunteer in your community
Opportunities to connect with others through diversity-focused Colleague Resource Groups
Competitive salaries with professional development and advancement opportunities
Well-being programs and incentives
Parental leave
Employee stock purchase plan
Military benefits
Personal banking, loan, investment and insurance benefits
Associated Bank provides additional assistance throughout the application, interview and hiring process