About this role:Wells Fargo is seeking an Independent Testing Specialist in Independent Testing & Validation (IT&V) Consumer, Small & Business Banking (CSBB) group within the Corporate Risk organization. Learn more about the career areas and lines of business at wellsfargojobs.com .In this role, you will:
Participate in less complex development and design of methodologies and standards for review activities companywide in alignment with the risk management framework.
Ensure effective and appropriate testing, validation, and documentation of review activities for risk programs, risks, and controls according to standards and other applicable policies within Independent Testing.
Participate in process walkthroughs and document narratives including key risks, controls, systems and stakeholders for lead/supervisor review.
Execute assigned testing activities exercising effective quality review behaviors and seek guidance through research and consultation with engagement management; assess findings, and escalate/communicate to engagement management, business, partners as applicable.
Support and implement less complex initiatives with low to moderate risk and exercise independent judgment to guide risk reporting, escalation, and resolution.
Present recommendations for resolving more complex situations and exercise independent judgment while developing expertise in risk management framework and the risk and control environment.
Collaborate and consult with colleagues, internal partners and management
Follow through on reporting, escalation of issues/challenges, and resolution of open testing/validation items.
Operate in a matrixed environment and communicate emerging risks to management within Independent Testing
Contribute to large scale planning related to Independent Testing deliverables.
Act as a change agent for continual improvement of the control environment.
Required Qualifications:
2+ years of Independent Testing experience, or equivalent demonstrated through one or a combination of the following: work experience, training, military experience, education
Desired Qualifications:
Testing, Audit, regulatory and risk management experience
Ability to identify issues, risk and escalate to the appropriate party
Full testing lifecycle experience that includes determining scope, designing test scripts, executing tests, identifying and escalating issues and risks, and documenting and reporting results
Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills
Issues management, validation and tracking
Experience leading testing engagements, preferably of large scope, while leading other testers and resources
Experience providing "credible challenge" to business partners, when necessary, with the ability to lead through influence
Experience writing reports for senior leadership audience level
Experience in Audit, Compliance, Risk and Testing
Critical Thinking and Analytical skills
Job Expectations:
This position offers a hybrid work schedule.
No relocation assistance is provided for this job.
Ability to work at one of the approved locations in the job posting.
This position does not offer visa sponsorship
Posting Locations:
Charlotte, NC
Minneapolis, MN
St. Louis, MO
West Des Moines, IA
Irving, TX
Tempe, AZ
Posting End Date:29 Sep 2024Job posting may come down early due to volume of applicants.We Value DiversityAt 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.Candidates applying to job openings posted in Canada: Applications for employment are encouraged from all qualified candidates, including women, persons with disabilities, aboriginal peoples and visible minorities. Accommodation for applicants with disabilities is available upon request in connection with the recruitment process.Applicants with DisabilitiesTo request a medical accommodation during the application or interview process, visit Disability Inclusion at Wells Fargo .Drug and Alcohol PolicyWells 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.Company: WELLS FARGO BANKReq Number: R-401996-4Updated: Wed Sep 25 02:55:01 UTC 2024Location: SAINT LOUIS,Missouri
