About this role:
Wells Fargo is seeking a Lead Compliance Officer in Corporate Risk, as part of the Commercial Banking Team. The Commercial Banking Compliance team within Market Coverage and Specialized Industries Compliance is responsible for providing compliance support and oversight for Commercial Banking.
The goal of the Market Coverage and Specialized Industries Compliance team is to ensure that the business understands the laws, regulations, rules and policies inherent in its business and have established controls to promote compliance. This position will be responsible for supporting regulations, policies across programs such as Risk and Control Self Assessments, Program Effectiveness, Compliance Training, Compliance Aggregated Risk Assessments, Enterprise Risk Identification & Assessments, Issues Management and Third-Party Management. Learn more about the career areas and lines of business at wellsfargojobs.com .
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In this role, you will:
- Provide oversight and monitoring of business group risk-based compliance programs
- Maintain compliance risk expertise and consulting for projects and initiatives with moderate to high risk, over multiple business lines
- 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
- Develop, oversee, and provide independent credible challenge to standards with subject matter expertise
- Provide direction to the business on developing corrective action plans and effectively managing regulatory change
- Report findings and make recommendations to management and appropriate committees
- Identify and recommend opportunities for process improvement and risk control development
- Receive direction from leaders and exercise independent judgment while developing the knowledge to understand function, policies, procedures, and compliance requirements
- Monitor the reporting, escalation, and timely remediation of issues, deficiencies or regulatory matters regarding compliance risk management
- Oversee the Front Line's execution and challenges appropriately on compliance related decisions
- 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
- Work with complex business units, rules and regulations on moderate to high-risk compliance matters
- Interface with Audit, Legal, external agencies, and regulatory bodies on risk related topics
- 5+ years of Compliance experience, or equivalent demonstrated through one or a combination of the following: work experience, training, military experience, education
- Experience interpreting and applying state, federal, and agency legal and regulatory compliance requirements specific to Reg B, Reg W, Reg O and/or Deposit regulations
- Bank regulatory experience
- Experience in Commercial Banking
- Experience in risk management and regulatory compliance
- Knowledge and understanding of lending policies, regulations, and compliance
- Active Certified Regulatory Compliance Manager (CRCM) designation
- Knowledge and understanding of all relevant laws and regulations, current regulatory guidance, and all enterprise policies and procedures relating to marketing and business materials for unsecured credit products including credit cards, co-brand cards, core benefits, rewards, personal loans, small business credit cards, and retail services products.
- 401 S. Tryon Street - Charlotte, North Carolina
- 600 Wells Fargo - Minneapolis, Minnesota
- This position currently offers a hybrid work schedule.
- Willingness to work on-site at a stated location in the job opening.
- 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.
- Specific compliance policies may apply regarding outside activities and/or personal investing; affected employees will be expected to provide information to the Wells Fargo Personal Account Dealing Team and abide by applicable policy requirements if hired. Information will be shared about expectations during the recruitment process.
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
8 Apr 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.
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b. Wells Fargo requires you to directly represent your own experiences during the recruiting and hiring process.