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Senior Lead Human Resources Business Partner - Corporate Risk

AT Wells Fargo
Wells Fargo

Senior Lead Human Resources Business Partner - Corporate Risk

Charlotte, NC

About this role:

Wells Fargo is seeking a Senior Lead Human Resources Business Partner to support Corporate Risk.

As the company's second line of defense, Corporate Risk - or Independent Risk Management - provides independent oversight of risk-taking activities. Independent Risk Management establishes and maintains Wells Fargo's risk management program and provides oversight, including challenges to and independent assessment of the frontline's execution of its risk management responsibilities. We manage risk according to the Risk Management Framework and ensure all employees understand their individual accountability for managing risk.

The Senior Lead Human Resources Business Partner will be aligned to Risk Independent Testing and Validation (IT&V), Strategy/Planning/Governance (SP&G) and Risk Regulatory Execution organizations.

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This is a highly visible, and strategic opportunity to support a critical line of business with implementing comprehensive and complex human capital initiatives. In partnership with members of HR Centers of Excellence, this Senior Lead Human Resources Business Partner will ensure application of Human Resources programs and initiatives to meet the objectives of the enterprise and maintain strong customer, employee, stakeholder and regulatory satisfaction.

In this role, you will:
  • Perform as an advisor within Human Resources Business Partner functional area to members of Risk senior leadership to develop and/or influence objectives, resources, and long-term goals for highly complex business and technical needs across the organization.
  • Lead the strategy and resolution of highly complex and unique challenges requiring in-depth evaluation across multiple disciplines within Human Resources, as well as other functional areas of the enterprise.
  • Deliver relevant solutions that are long-term, large-scale, and which require vision, creativity, innovation, advanced analytical and inductive thinking, and coordination of highly complex activities and guidance to others.
  • Provide vision, direction, and expertise within Human Resources Business Partner functional area to senior leadership on implementing innovative and significant business solutions that are large-scale, cross-functional, or companywide.
  • Strategically engage with all levels of professionals and managers and serve as an expert advisor within Human Resources Business Partner functional area to leadership.
Required Qualifications:
  • 7+ years of Human Resources Business Partner experience, or equivalent demonstrated through one or a combination of the following: work experience, military experience, education
Desired Qualifications:
  • Ability to effectively partner and influence at the executive level
  • Commanding executive presence and exceptional written and verbal communication skill
  • Demonstrated experience in a large, multi-national financial services or banking organization
  • Experience working with subject matter experts within multiple human resources disciplines such as talent development, talent management, compensation, talent acquisition, performance management, diversity, equity and inclusion and employee relations
  • Knowledge and understanding of organizational design and efficiency models
  • Ability to develop and execute business vision, strategies and goals
  • Ability to assess issues, make quick decisions, implement solutions and influence change
  • Ability to strategically analyze data and diagnose opportunities and interventions
  • Strong project management skills
  • Diversity and inclusion consulting experience
  • Ability to interact with integrity and a high level of professionalism with all levels of employees and management
  • Successful demonstration of establishment of cross-functional teams, especially in delegation of duties and tasks to non-direct reports for completion of common goals and objectives
  • Experience creating and executing human capital plans that align with business objectives
  • Change leadership experience
  • Experience providing executive coaching to senior leaders
  • Demonstrated experience in providing outstanding HR client support as a trusted, business-focused, results-oriented leader
  • Excellent consulting, influencing, and partnering abilities with business executives and HR partners
  • Relevant and recent experience in a large corporate, multi-business HR or line organization
  • Experience with developing and consulting on succession planning, recognition, team member engagement and retention strategies
  • Professional presentation skills
Job Expectations:
  • Ability to travel 15% - 25% of the time
  • Position offers a hybrid work schedule
  • Relocation assistance is not available for this position
  • Visa sponsorship is not available for this position
Available Location:
  • 1525 W. W T Harris Blvd. - Charlotte, NC, 28262
  • 8740 Research Drive, - Charlotte, NC, 28262
  • 401 S. Tryon Street, - Charlotte, NC, 28282
  • 550 S. 4th Street - Minneapolis, MN
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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.
$120,400.00 - $250,000.00
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:
8 Dec 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): Charlotte, NC, USA
Job ID: WellsFargo-R-420220-1
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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