About this role:Wells Fargo is seeking a Senior Lead Operational Risk Officer in Operational Risk Management as part of Corporate Risk.As the company's second line of defense, Corporate Risk - or Independent Risk Management - provides independent oversight of risk-taking activities. Independent Risk Management establishes and maintains Wells Fargo's risk management programs and provides oversight, including challenges to and independent assessment of the frontline's execution of its risk management responsibilities.Operational Risk works with teams across Corporate Risk, front-line partners in the businesses and in risk-generating functions, as well as with Wells Fargo Internal Audit. Together, as three lines of defense, we are advancing company-wide consistency in operational risk management practices and simplifying risk management processes - all of which allow us to focus on protecting and serving our customers.In this role, you will:
Be a member of the Strategy & Regulatory Oversight team
Present risks, themes, and insights to management and other stakeholders
Be responsible for the execution of internal controls
Be responsible for governance and oversight of execution processes related to monitoring, review and challenge and oversight
Aggregate and review monitoring results to identify themes or actions
Manage and prepare for leadership and team meetings
Execute and drive policy governance, including routines related to monitoring exceptions and violations
Oversee policy change implementation plans
Engage with Audit, IT&V and other review partners
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:
Experience in reporting and insights
Experience in gathering, analyzing, and interpreting large datasets
Experience developing and driving innovative approaches and solutions through an influence model
Experience leading initiatives and virtual teams across the organization to deliver transformations
Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills
Strong analytical skills with high attention to detail and accuracy, and ability to draw conclusions and translate findings from complex data
Strong organization and record retention skills
Advanced Microsoft Office skills
Ability to collaborate and consult with peers, colleagues, and managers to resolve issues and achieve goals
Ability to exercise independent judgement and creative problem-solving techniques
Ability to execute in a fast paced, high demand environment while prioritizing work and balancing multiple priorities
Ability to build and sustain a strong risk culture including a balanced approach through working in cooperation and consultation with all lines of defense across the enterprise
Ability to leverage their experience to bring industry leading standards, practices, and tools to the organization
Ability to constructively and independently challenge existing assumptions and develop alternative approaches and solutions
Ability to evaluate long term implications and consequences of strategic business decisions and recommend appropriate alternatives
Ability to work effectively in a team environment and across all organization levels, where flexibility, collaboration and adaptability are important
Job Expectations:
This position offers a hybrid work schedule
Work Locations:
600 S 4th St - Minneapolis, MN 55415
401 S Tryon St - Charlotte, NC 28202
250 E John Carpenter Frwy - Irving, TX 75062
114 N Beaumont St - Saint Louis, MO 63103
1150 W Washington St - Tempe, AZ 85281
7001 Westown Pkwy - West Des Moines, IA 50266
Posting End Date:4 Mar 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.Company: WELLS FARGO BANKReq Number: R-344112-2Updated: Wed Feb 28 00:00:00 UTC 2024Location: CHARLOTTE,North Carolina
