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Compliance Specialist

AT Wells Fargo
Wells Fargo

Compliance Specialist

Charlotte, NC

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About this role:

Wells Fargo is seeking a Compliance Specialist to join the Enterprise Compliance Operations (ECO) Team within Corporate Risk. Learn more about the career areas and business divisions at wellsfargojobs.com .

The Compliance Specialist will be responsible for supporting the enterprise compliance team on strategic project management initiatives.

In this role, you will:

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  • Establish, implement, and maintain risk standards and programs to drive compliance with federal, state, agency, legal and regulatory and Corporate Policy requirements.
  • Oversee the Front Line's execution and challenges appropriately on compliance related decisions.
  • Support the oversight or monitoring of a risk-based compliance program.
  • Provide support in developing and overseeing standards with some business and functional knowledge.
  • Provide compliance risk insight and support projects and initiatives with low to moderate risk for a business line or functional area.
  • Work with a business unit, a defined set of rules and regulations on low to moderate risk compliance matters.
  • Support the reporting, escalation, and timely remediation of issues, deficiencies, or regulatory matters regarding compliance risk management.
  • Provide direction to the business on developing corrective action plans and effectively managing regulatory change.
  • Provide support in reporting findings and drafting recommendations to management.
  • Support and implement initiatives with low to moderate risk.
  • Interact with team to support risk oversight and monitoring.
  • Manage and ensure accuracy of data.
  • Troubleshoot system issues to determine root cause.
  • Research and implement new regulatory rules and manage other related projects.
  • Identify and recommend opportunities for process improvement and risk control development.
  • Establish and maintain effective relationships with various teams.
  • Make decisions and resolve issues to meet business objectives.
  • Interpret policies, procedures, and compliance requirements.
  • Collaborate and consult with peers, colleagues, and managers to resolve issues and achieve goals.
  • Interact with internal customers.
  • Receive direction from leaders and exercise independent judgment while developing the knowledge to understand function, policies, procedures, and compliance requirements.
Required Qualifications:
  • 2+ years of Compliance experience, or equivalent demonstrated through one or a combination of the following: work experience, training, military experience, education.
Desired Qualifications:
  • 2+ years of Business Analyst/Testing Analyst experience with relevant financial institution industry experience.
  • Quality Analysis (QA), Data Analysis, UAT, Business Rules, Gap Analysis and creating business process documents expertise.
  • Beginner SQL skills, including Structured Query Language: Microsoft, Zeppelin.
  • Well-versed in Agile methodologies, particularly Kanban, Scrum, and utilizing user stories as a key component of Agile project management.
  • In depth knowledge of the Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC) phases such as Planning, Analysis/Design, Development, and Testing for the software/system development process.
  • Strong experience in preparing Business Requirements Document (BRD), Use Case Specifications, Functional Specifications, QA Test Scripts for supporting UAT.
  • Acquainted with Workflow diagrams, UML (Unified Modeling Language) diagrams such as, use case diagrams and actively used Joint Application Development (JAD) sessions for requirements gathering and brainstorming ideas.
  • Multi-Tasking and Organizational Aptitudes, with proven experience in Development and Implementation of Strategies.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, capable of communicating with highly technical engineering teams.
  • Exceptional mediator between external and internal customers, capable of interpreting their needs and positions to ensure the success of the projects.
  • Proficient in technical writing, documentation, presentation, and delivery.
  • Collaborative team player with a track record of working closely with cross-functional teams to refine the existing engagement processes and communications.
  • Experienced in vendor management, training users/peers, building consensus.
Job Expectations:
  • Posting location:
  • Charlotte, NC
  • This position offers a hybrid work schedule.
  • Required location listed above. Relocation assistance is not available for this position.
  • This position is not eligible for Visa sponsorship.
  • This position is subject to FINRA Background Screening Requirements, including successful completion and clearing of a background check. Internal transfers are subject to comply with 17 CFR 240.17f-2 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 and FINRA Bylaws, Article III, Section 3, which states that Associated Persons should not be subject to statutory disqualification. Successful candidates must also meet ongoing regulatory requirements including additional screening and are required to report certain incidents.
Posting End Date:
6 Nov 2024
*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.

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.

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

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

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Client-provided location(s): Charlotte, NC, USA
Job ID: WellsFargo-R-406468
Employment Type: Full Time

Perks and Benefits

  • Health and Wellness

    • Health Insurance
    • Health Reimbursement Account
    • Dental Insurance
    • Vision Insurance
    • Life Insurance
    • FSA
    • HSA
    • Mental Health Benefits
    • Short-Term Disability
    • Long-Term Disability
  • Parental Benefits

    • Adoption Assistance Program
    • Family Support Resources
    • Birth Parent or Maternity Leave
    • Non-Birth Parent or Paternity Leave
    • Fertility Benefits
    • Return-to-Work Program
  • Work Flexibility

    • Hybrid Work Opportunities
  • Office Life and Perks

    • Commuter Benefits Program
  • Vacation and Time Off

    • Paid Vacation
    • Paid Holidays
    • Personal/Sick Days
    • Volunteer Time Off
  • Financial and Retirement

    • 401(K) With Company Matching
    • Performance Bonus
    • Stock Purchase Program
  • Professional Development

    • Tuition Reimbursement
    • Access to Online Courses
    • Internship Program
    • Associate or Rotational Training Program
    • Promote From Within
    • Mentor Program
  • Diversity and Inclusion

    • Employee Resource Groups (ERG)
    • Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Program
    • Unconscious Bias Training

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