About this role:

Wells Fargo is seeking a Senior Lead Compliance Officer for the Regulatory Change Management team as part of Corporate Risk Compliance. Learn more about the career areas and lines of business at wellsfargojobs.com.

The Senior Lead Compliance Officer will drive the transformation of the Regulatory Change Management (RCM) enterprise function by leading cross-functional projects, optimizing regulatory processes, and enhancing compliance capabilities. This senior leadership role requires strategic execution, stakeholder engagement, and the ability to manage large-scale initiatives that improve regulatory oversight across the organization.

This role will be responsible executing RCIM Transformation and SWAT (Specialized Work Action & Tactics) efforts to ensure that our regulatory changes are implemented by supporting the organization’s operations and demonstrates adherence to regulatory requirements, while maintaining quality and control standards.

In this role, you will:

Lead operational execution to ensure adherence with enterprise programs and internal policy and procedures.Execute transformation efforts of the Regulatory Change & Inventory Management function, driving strategic enhancements to governance, processes, and technology solutions.Manage complex, cross-functional initiatives that strengthen compliance infrastructure and align with enterprise objectives.Act as a trusted advisor to senior leaders, presenting insights, recommendations, and progress updates on transformation efforts.Partner with Legal, Risk, Compliance, Operations, and Technology teams to ensure seamless execution of regulatory change initiatives.Ensure regulatory initiatives align with risk frameworks and enterprise compliance strategies.Oversee the end-to-end regulatory change management lifecycle, ensuring compliance with evolving laws, rules, and expectations.Interpret policies, procedures, and compliance requirements.Interface with Internal Audit, Legal, external agencies, and regulatory bodies on regulatory inventory requirements.

Required Qualifications:

7+ years of Compliance experience, or equivalent demonstrated through one or a combination of the following: work experience, training, military experience, education

Desired Qualifications:

4+ years of regulator engagement experienceMeaningful knowledge of Regulatory Change Management (Risk Management Framework, Compliance Program Policy) and internal risk systems such as RRCM platform, SHRPProven ability to cultivate relationships and collaborate with multiple stakeholders and constituencies, including business leaders, legal, audit and multiple U.S. regulatorsProven ability to lead enterprise-wide projects with executive-level engagement.Strong knowledge of U.S. and global financial regulations and compliance frameworks.Experience with regulatory technology (RegTech) solutions, automation, and data-driven process improvements.Exceptional leadership, influencing, and communication skills, with the ability to manage competing priorities in a complex environment.Experience providing reporting and updates to senior-level managementStrong analytical skills with high attention to detail and accuracyAdvanced understanding of legal and regulatory information for laws and rules globally applicable to Wells Fargo businessesPossess excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to collaborate with senior leaders across LOBs globally.Ability to deliver critical information to a range of audiences leveraging multiple communication methods, tools, and channels to effectively respondDevelop and maintain relationships with Business Aligned Compliance leaders, Audit Managers, and Regulators

Job Expectations:

Locations:

401 S Tryon Street, Charlotte, NC 28202250 E John Carpenter Frwy, Irving, TX 75062600 S 4th Street, Minneapolis, MN 55415800 S Jordan Creek Pkwy, West Des Moines, IA 50266114 N Beaumont Street, Saint Louis, MO 63103Willingness to work on-site at stated location on the job openingThis position offers a hybrid work scheduleRequired location(s) listed above. Relocation assistance is not available for this position.This position is not eligible for Visa sponsorshipThis position is subject to FINRA Background Screening Requirements, including successful completion and clearing of a background check. Internal transfers are subject to compliance 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

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.

$144,400.00 - $300,000.00

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:

26 Feb 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.