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Director of Fraud Operations

Associated Bank


Job Location:

Omaha, NE - USA

Yearly Salary: USD 150920 - 258720
Posted: 29 September 2026 (6 days ago)
Application Deadline: 27 December 2026
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

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.

Lead Associated Banks enterprise fraud prevention and detection strategy helping protect our customers colleagues and the bank from evolving fraud threats. This role oversees fraud monitoring controls tool optimization and loss prevention while partnering across the organization to strengthen risk management and customer experience. Youll have the opportunity to shape strategy lead a high-performing team and drive meaningful impact across the bank.

Key Accountabilities

  • Lead the banks fraud prevention and detection program including monitoring decisioning and fraud loss mitigation strategies.

  • Develop and execute the fraud program roadmap governance framework policies and operating practices.

  • Analyze fraud trends risks and regulatory expectations to strengthen controls and reduce losses.

  • Optimize fraud tools rules and detection strategies to improve effectiveness and reduce false positives.

  • Partner with business operations disputes and financial crimes teams to drive a coordinated fraud risk approach.

  • Influence enterprise initiatives by ensuring fraud risks and controls are considered throughout design and implementation.

  • Monitor key performance indicators loss metrics risk assessments and program effectiveness to support informed decision-making.

  • Build and develop a high-performing team through coaching succession planning and talent development.

Education & Experience

Required

  • Bachelors degree in Risk Compliance Audit or a related field or equivalent experience

  • 10 years of experience in fraud risk management financial crimes investigations or related risk/compliance functions within financial services

  • 5 years of leadership experience managing teams or providing oversight in fraud investigations or risk functions

  • Strong knowledge of fraud prevention detection monitoring and control frameworks

Preferred

  • Masters degree

  • CAMS CFE or other financial crimes-related certification

  • Experience leading fraud strategy tool optimization and enterprise-wide fraud initiatives

  • Strong understanding of regulatory expectations and industry best practices

Why Youll Love Working Here

At Associated Bank youll join a collaborative organization that values innovation integrity and continuous growth. We invest in our colleagues through leadership development career mobility and opportunities to make a measurable impact on the communities and customers we serve. Apply today to make an impact.


We welcome and encourage applications from all qualified parties including but not limited to people returning to the workforce people with disabilities those without a college degree and veterans or those with military experience.


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-focusedColleague Resource Groups.
  • Competitive salaries with professional development and advancement opportunities.
  • Bonus benefits including well-being programs and incentives parental leaveanemployee stock purchase plan military benefits and much more.
  • Personal banking loan investmentand 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 our community onFacebookLinkedInandX.


Artificial Intelligence Statement


To support our recruiting process we may use artificial intelligence (AI) or automated technologies to collect organize sort and analyze information submitted by applicants. These tools may assist our Talent Acquisition professionals in identifying applicants who appear to satisfy the minimum qualifications for a position.


AI is not used to make employment decisions on behalf of Associated Bank. No applicant will be selected or rejected solely based on the output of an AI tool. Hiring decisions are made by Associated Bank personnel who review applicant information and exercise independent judgment in accordance with applicable law and company policies.


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 Banks anonymous Ethics Hotline.


Associated Bank provides additional assistance throughout the application interview and hiring process. Please contactif you need an accommodation at any time during the process.


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Associated Bank isPay Transparencycompliant.


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.


For certain positions total compensation may also include incentive commission or bonus opportunities not reflected in the posted base pay range.


$150920.00 - $258720.00 per year

Required Experience:

Director


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