About this role:

Wells Fargo is seeking a Senior Lead Business Execution Consultant in Independent Testing & Validation (IT&V) as part of Corporate Risk. Learn more about the career areas and lines of business at wellsfargojobs.com.

The Independent Testing & Validation 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.

As a member of Independent Testing & Validation (IT&V) Business Initiatives & Execution (BIE) team the Senior Lead Business Execution Consultant will be responsible for providing operational support for IT&V testing teams. The primary focus of the role will be oversight and governance of IT&V staff utilization processes and plan status monitoring routines, to drive consistency and accountability.  The Senior Lead Business Execution Consultant will work directly with the testing teams to provide oversight on their Annual Plans, assignments on their engagements, staff utilization, progress to plan, as well as governance and oversight of our ITV-specific chargeability management and capacity planning tools.

In this role, you will:

Lead monthly plan status meetings with assigned testing team senior leaders to review the population of at risk and past due engagements and any related action plans, capturing evidence of meeting outcomes.Communicate and reinforce processes and responsibilities related to staff utilization expectations to ensure transparency and awareness.Facilitate oversight routines with senior leaders to review staff utilization data and metrics.Review of forecasted staff assignments for alignment with capacity planning guidance and projected time allocations, providing credible challenge as needed.Confirming availability and negotiating resource sharing agreements within and across T&V verticals to fulfill resource gaps.Coordinating with IT&V Staffing to obtain third party support when internal resources are not available.Review of weekly chargeability data to confirm accuracy and completeness ahead of monthly Objective and Key Results reporting.Provide user support for staff utilization tools, including troubleshooting, general questions, and creation and maintenance of related job aids and reference materials.Review and maintain employee roster data as a critical input to tools and metrics reporting logic.Perform analysis of chargeability data to confirm planning assumptions and identify trends that may require enhanced guidance or other adjustments.Liaise with Technology teams on business requirements for tool enhancements and reporting needs.Monitor reporting dashboards to confirm function is as designed and output of data is representative of information in the tools.  Liaise with Technology for needed corrections or adjustments.

Required Qualifications:

7+ years of Business Execution, Implementation, or Strategic Planning experience, or equivalent demonstrated through one or a combination of the following: work experience, training, military experience, education.

Desired Qualifications:

Ability to assess issues, make quick decisions, implement solutions, and influence change.Experience with annual planning, oversite and governance.Ability to be flexible and adjust plans quickly to meet changing business needs.Ability to create a strong collaborative work environment to successfully develop partnerships.Ability to execute in a fast-paced, high-demand, environment while balancing multiple priorities.Ability to influence and collaborate at all internal organizational levels.Ability to interact with all levels of an organization.Ability to manage effectively within a matrixed organization.Ability to negotiate, influence, and collaborate to build successful relationships.Ability to operate effectively in a geographically dispersed organization.Ability to present and discuss information in a manner that persuades, educates, and enhances understanding at all levels.Ability to prioritize work, meet deadlines, achieve goals, and work under pressure in a dynamic and complex environment.Ability to strategically review situations and diagnose opportunities and interventions.Ability to translate and summarize complex data into understandable, actionable information and recommendations.Ability to work effectively in a team environment and across all organizational levels, where flexibility, collaboration, and adaptability are important.Advanced Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook and PowerPoint) skills.Demonstrated ability to both think strategically and act tactically.Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills.Outstanding problem solving and analytical skills with ability to turn findings into strategic imperatives.Strong analytical and critical thinking skills, combined with strategic business focus and vision.Strong relationship management skills

Job Expectations:

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.

Posting Locations:

401 S Tryon Street – Charlotte, NC600 S 4th Street, Minneapolis, MN1N Jefferson Avenue - St Louis, MO800 S Jordan Creek Pkwy, West Des Moines, IA1150 W Washington Street, Tempe, AZ250 E John Carpenter Freeway, Irving, TX

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 benefits401(k) PlanPaid time offDisability benefitsLife insurance, critical illness insurance, and accident insuranceParental leaveCritical caregiving leaveDiscounts and savingsCommuter benefitsTuition reimbursementScholarships for dependent childrenAdoption reimbursement

Posting End Date:

17 Jan 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.