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Lead Strategy & Planning Consultant

AT Wells Fargo
Wells Fargo

Lead Strategy & Planning Consultant

Iselin, NJ

About this role:

Wells Fargo is seeking a Lead Strategy & Planning Consultant, as part of the Office Head of Technology. Learn more about the career areas and lines of business at wellsfargojobs.com.

As a Strategy Consultant in the Technology Strategy team, you will partner with the group leader and team members to drive the annual strategic planning process for technology and create deliverables, artifacts and analyses that demonstrate the status and progress of the enterprise Technology Strategy. You will also lead strategic projects across a range of topics that are short-term and high impact as assigned by the Head of Technology that will require agility, speed and clear reasoning in delivery. These projects will span the Wells Fargo Technology organization and be vary in subject, from tactical organizational assessments to wide-ranging analysis of future-looking technology trends.

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In this role, you will:
  • Lead complex initiatives with broad impact and act as key participant in large scale planning
  • Provide principal level strategic consulting services to client organizations
  • Represent Wells Fargo on Industry boards and committees
  • Review and analyze complex larger-scale or longer-term challenges that require in-depth evaluation of multiple factors including intangibles or unprecedented factors
  • Identify strategic business investments and alliance opportunities
  • Make decisions in complex situations that influence and lead the broader work team to meet deliverables and drive new initiatives
  • Provide guidance to less experienced staff
  • Evaluate and approve process of identified opportunities
  • Collaborate strategically and consult with all levels to resolve issues and achieve goals
  • Partner with executive management across Wells Fargo to define the business strategy and create then execute corresponding business plans and initiative
  • Communicative strategy and related business plans to management
Required Qualifications:
  • 5+ years of Strategy and Planning experience, or equivalent demonstrated through one or a combination of the following: work experience, training, military experience, education
Desired Qualifications:
  • 3+ years of consulting, strategy, or corporate experience with technology exposure
  • Strategic planning experience in translating leadership vision into executable strategies and initiatives
  • Demonstrated ability to operate and thrive in an agile working environment, and to transition existing non-agile teams to an agile and autonomous way of working
  • Ability to communicate effectively, in both written and verbal formats, with senior executive-level leaders
  • Ability to assess issues, make quick decisions, implement solutions, and influence change
  • Ability to turn preliminary or ambiguous information, ideas, or problems into well-defined plans and solutions
  • Experience delivering results in a fast-paced, deadline driven environment
Job Expectations:
  • Ability to work additional hours as needed
  • Position offers a hybrid work schedule
  • This position is not eligible for Visa sponsorship
  • Relocation assistance is not available for this position
Posting Location:
  • 500 West 33rd Street, New York, NY 10001
  • 194 Wood Ave South, Iselin, NJ 08830
NY- New York Pay Range: $133,300 - $237,100 Annually

NJ- New Jersey Pay Range: $133,300 - $237,100 Annually

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.
$122,200.00 - $237,100.00
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:
17 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.

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): Iselin, Woodbridge Township, NJ, USA
Job ID: WellsFargo-R-445619-2
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

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