About this role:

Wells Fargo is seeking a Lead Independent Testing Officer within Independent Testing & Validation (IT&V) Quality Control (QC) as part of Corporate Risk. Learn more about the career areas and lines of business at wellsfargojobs.com .

The Independent Testing and Validation (IT&V) team is responsible for the development and design of methodologies and standards for review activities across the Enterprise in alignment with the Risk Management Framework, and ensuring effective and appropriate testing, validation, and documentation of review activities for risk programs, risks, and controls according to standards and other applicable policies.

Within IT&V, the QC team conducts reviews of in-process testing and validation engagements compared to guidance in the IT&V procedures to ensure adherence, leveraging both manual review and data analytics.

• Lead complex initiatives executing moderate to high risk or complex review activities and engagements in a matrixed environment
• Communicate emerging risks with broad impact and act as key participant in large scale planning for Independent Testing
• Develop and design methodologies and standards for review activities across the enterprise in alignment with the risk management framework
• Review and research 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
• Make decisions in complex situations requiring solid understanding of risk management framework and the risk and control environment that influence and lead enterprise testing to meet deliverables and drive new initiatives
• Collaborate and consult with Audit, Legal, external agencies, and regulatory bodies to resolve risk related topics
• Lead project teams and mentor individuals

• 5+ years of Independent Testing experience, or equivalent demonstrated through one or a combination of the following: work experience, training, military experience, education

• Previous SQL and Data Analytics experience is strongly preferred
• Previous Python experience preferred
• Knowledge and understanding of audit, regulatory compliance, or risk management.
• Strong knowledge and understanding of end-to-end testing methodology and the ability to challenge testing effectiveness.
• Familiarity with major regulations for a US-based bank.
• Critical Thinking and Analytical Skills
• Advanced Microsoft Office skills
• Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills
• Strong analytical skills with high attention to detail and accuracy
• Ability to prioritize work, meet deadlines, achieve goals, and work under pressure in a dynamic and complex environment
• Knowledge of Wells Fargo corporate compliance policies, procedures and standards
• Experience creating, executing, and documenting compliance and/or operational risk testing
• Ability to interact with all levels of an organization
• Virtual leadership experience with ability to effectively drive results, provide feedback/direction, and manage and build relationships with leaders and team members in a geographically dispersed team environment

• This position is not eligible for Visa sponsorship.
• This position offers a hybrid work schedule.
• Willingness to work on-site at stated location on the job opening.

• 401 S. Tryon Street - Charlotte, NC
• 600 S. 4th Street - Minneapolis, MN
• 1 N. Jefferson Avenue - St. Louis, MO
• 800 S. Jordan Creek Pkwy - West Des Moines, IA
• 1150 W. Washington Street - Tempe, AZ
• 250 E. John Carpenter Freeway - Irving, TX

• 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