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Financial Crimes Operations Lead Compliance Officer

AT Wells Fargo
Wells Fargo

Financial Crimes Operations Lead Compliance Officer

Minneapolis, MN

Wells Fargo is seeking a Lead Compliance Officer to support the Operational Risk business aligned oversight of Wells Fargo's COO Operations functions which includes Financial Crimes and Regulatory Operations processing.

This role provides the opportunity to apply subject matter expertise in industry and financial institution financial crimes & regulatory operations processing and risk management. This role will assist the Shared Services Operations oversight leader with Global Operations and Ongoing Customer Due Diligence and Sanction Screening and all matters pertaining to Compliance Risk coverage and oversight. In this capacity, this role reviews and challenges significant Front Line compliance risk identification and mitigation.

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In this role, you will:
  • Oversee and challenge Financial Crimes & Regulatory Operations functions across all compliance risk routines including plan, identify and assess, control, and mitigate, test and validate, monitor and report
  • Perform independent risk assessment of the operations functions, inclusive of emerging risks
  • Use financial crimes and regulatory subject matter expertise and industry knowledge to provide independent oversight and credible challenge to the Line of Business' compliance risk management activities
  • Active engagement in key risk governance routines inclusive of strategic planning sessions, governance committees and business reviews
  • Engage with subject matter experts supporting various risk types and related business aligned oversight partners to execute oversight and challenge of Operations functions
  • Develop and maintain relationships with Business Managers, Independent Risk teams, and Group Control Executive teams to drive change and improvement of risk management effectiveness.
  • 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
  • Leverage experience to bring industry leading standards, practices, and tools to the organization
Required Qualifications:
  • 5+ years of Compliance experience, or equivalent demonstrated through one or a combination of the following: work experience, training, military experience, education
Desired Qualifications:
  • Advanced knowledge of multiple financial crimes related business lines
  • Experience developing strong working relationships with key senior business, audit, legal, compliance and risk leaders
  • Demonstrated experience with enterprise risk management framework, including risk identification, risk appetite and strategy, risk-related decisions, processes and controls, risk analytics and governance
  • Prior experience in Independent Risk Management
  • Experience in building or evaluating Risk Management Programs (e.g., ERIA, IORA, Issue Management, etc.)
  • RCSA (Risk and Control Self-Assessment) knowledge and experience
  • Experience with governance committee and/or new business/products
  • Ability to articulate issues, risks, and proposed solutions to various levels of staff and management
  • Ability to execute in a fast paced, high demand, environment while balancing multiple priorities
  • Experience developing and delivering comprehensive report/presentations to senior management, stakeholders, and risk and management committees
Job Expectations:
  • This role is not eligible for visa sponsorship. This includes all candidates requiring immediate sponsorship of H1-B, TN or E-3 visas as well as future sponsorship of STEM (F-1/OPT) visas.
  • Must be willing to work on site in one of the following locations: Charlotte, NC or Minneapolis, MN. No other locations will be considered.
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.
$111,100.00 - $197,500.00
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 benefits
  • 401(k) Plan
  • Paid time off
  • Disability benefits
  • Life insurance, critical illness insurance, and accident insurance
  • Parental leave
  • Critical caregiving leave
  • Discounts and savings
  • Commuter benefits
  • Tuition reimbursement
  • Scholarships for dependent children
  • Adoption reimbursement
Posting End Date:
20 Oct 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.

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.

Client-provided location(s): Minneapolis, MN, USA
Job ID: WellsFargo-R-408878-2
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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