About this role:

Wells Fargo is seeking a Senior Lead Operational Risk Officer within the Consumer Lending Operational Risk team. Learn more about the career areas and lines of business at wellsfargojobs.com.

The Consumer Lending Operational Risk is responsible for providing independent oversight of front-line operational risk management effectiveness of the Consumer Lending business. Operational Risk is the risk resulting from inadequate or failed internal controls and processes, people, and systems, or resulting from external events.   
 

This role will be responsible for conducting data-driven analysis the Auto Lending business to proactively identify operational risks resulting from inadequate or failed internal controls and processes, people and systems or resulting from external events. The role is expected to engage with senior business and risk leaders, influence, and challenge risk management activities, evaluate trade-offs and facilitate effective decision making.

This role will also develop detailed understanding of business strategy, the customer base, products and services, relevant industry issues, emerging risks, advanced analytical techniques and serve as the subject matter expert across the Consumer Lending Operational Risk and execute the vision of expanding data-driven analytics across Consumer Lending Operational Risk in Wells Fargo.
 
In this role, you will:

Drive and effect change through business engagement

Partner with both internal and external stakeholders, including senior management from all three lines of defense, as well as relevant regulatory agencies.

Provide companywide oversight and governance of an integrated operational risk program or initiative

Develop and drive innovative operational risk approaches and solutions companywide through an influence model

Identify potential business operational risks

Develop and drive innovative operational risk approaches and solutions companywide through an influence model

Constructively and independently challenge existing risk management fundamentals or assumptions and develop alternative approaches and solutions

Evaluate long term implications and consequences of strategic business decisions and recommend appropriate alternatives for risk management

Lead implementation of complex initiatives with high risk, generally spanning multiple business lines

Consult to the business on corrective action plans and effectively managing change

Influence and negotiate with executive management and business heads as high-level stakeholders both within and outside Wells Fargo

Lead initiatives and virtual teams across the organization to deliver companywide business risk management transformations

Collaborate and consult with peers, colleagues, and managers to resolve issues and achieve goals

Lead project or virtual teams and mentor less experienced staff

Required Qualifications:

7+ years of Operational Risk experience, or equivalent demonstrated through one or a combination of the following: work experience, training, military experience, education

Desired Qualifications: 

Advanced data analytic skills using standard tools (SAS, SQL, Python)

Advanced Microsoft Office skills 

Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills 

Strong analytical skills with high attention to detail and accuracy  

Ability to articulate complex concepts in a clear manner and interact with all levels of an organization

Ability to interpret and oversee adherence to policy 

Ability to review and challenge business operational risk management practices and outcomes.

Strong relationship management, influencing, vision, and execution skills.

Ability to understand and operate successfully in a complex, heavily matrixed corporate environment

Strong leadership skills with demonstrated integrity & credibility

Job Expectations:

This position offers a hybrid work schedule

Work Locations:

2200 Concord Pike – Wilmington, DE

401 S Tryon St – Charlotte, NC

600 S 4th St – Minneapolis, MN

800 S Jordan Creek Pkwy – West Des Moines, IA

250 E John Carpenter Frwy – Irving, TX

1150 W Washington St – Tempe, AZ

114 N Beaumont St – Saint Louis, MO

Pay Range
 

Reflected is the base pay range offered for this position. Pay may vary depending on factors including but not limited to achievements, skills, experience, or work location. The range listed is just one component of the compensation package offered to candidates.

$144,400.00 - $300,000.00

Benefits

Wells Fargo provides eligible employees with a comprehensive set of benefits, many of which are listed below. Visit Benefits - Wells Fargo Jobs for an overview of the following benefit plans and programs offered to employees.

Health benefits401(k) PlanPaid time offDisability benefitsLife insurance, critical illness insurance, and accident insuranceParental leaveCritical caregiving leaveDiscounts and savingsCommuter benefitsTuition reimbursementScholarships for dependent childrenAdoption reimbursement

Posting End Date:

27 Jan 2025

*Job posting may come down early due to volume of applicants.

We Value Diversity

At Wells Fargo, we believe in diversity, equity and inclusion in the workplace; accordingly, we welcome applications for employment from all qualified candidates, regardless of race, color, gender, national origin, religion, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, individuals with disabilities, pregnancy, marital status, status as a protected veteran or any other status protected by applicable law.

Employees support our focus on building strong customer relationships balanced with a strong risk mitigating and compliance-driven culture which firmly establishes those disciplines as critical to the success of our customers and company. They are accountable for execution of all applicable risk programs (Credit, Market, Financial Crimes, Operational, Regulatory Compliance), which includes effectively following and adhering to applicable Wells Fargo policies and procedures, appropriately fulfilling risk and compliance obligations, timely and effective escalation and remediation of issues, and making sound risk decisions. There is emphasis on proactive monitoring, governance, risk identification and escalation, as well as making sound risk decisions commensurate with the business unit’s risk appetite and all risk and compliance program requirements.

Candidates applying to job openings posted in US: All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other legally protected characteristic.

Applicants with Disabilities

To request a medical accommodation during the application or interview process, visit Disability Inclusion at Wells Fargo.

Drug and Alcohol Policy

 

Wells Fargo maintains a drug free workplace.  Please see our Drug and Alcohol Policy to learn more.

Wells Fargo Recruitment and Hiring Requirements:

a. Third-Party recordings are prohibited unless authorized by Wells Fargo.

b. Wells Fargo requires you to directly represent your own experiences during the recruiting and hiring process.