Business Accountability Specialist

About this role :

Wells Fargo is seeking a Business Accountability Specialist as part of Commercial Banking Business Risk Execution Coverage.

This individual will be responsible for executing controls, escalating issues and working across all of Commercial Banking to support business requirements for multiple regulations.

This position will work in multiple programs, including Anticompetitive Behavior, Notary & Affiant, Reg Y, and Labor Management Required Disclosure Act (LMRDA).

This role will participate in control testing by participating in walkthroughs and providing supporting documentation with program SME's. .

In this role, you will :

Participate in research, assessment, and documentation of matters relating to the business' policy and regulatory adherence, risk mitigation, or control efforts;

identify patterns and trends and looks for opportunities for procedural or control improvements within area of focus

Conduct assessments and analysis of basic business or operational outcomes, systems of record, technical assignments, documentation, procedures, or challenges that require research, evaluation, and selection of alternatives;

exercise independent judgment to guide completion of medium risk deliverables

Present concise and well-articulated findings and recommendations, including rationale, to facilitate resolution of identified matters;

exercise independent judgment while developing expertise in the risk mitigation or control activities of the business

• Engage in additional research and studies to enhance regulatory knowledge
• Collaborate and consult with colleagues, internal partners, and other business stakeholders to provide feedback, credibly challenge issues, and calibrate, as needed, to ensure alignment, consistency, and accuracy across groups
• Participate in cross-organizational or internal operational initiatives and improvement efforts

Required Qualifications :

2+ years of risk management, business controls, quality assurance, business operations, compliance, or process experience, or equivalent demonstrated through one or a combination of the following : work experience, training, military experience, education

Desired Qualifications :

• Strong knowledge of, and ability to apply, risk and control principles
• Mid-level MS Excel knowledge
• Ability to frame and present control results reporting in a concise manner
• Experience with operational and / or compliance control development, execution, and reporting
• Strong understanding of risk management concepts including the ability to explain the impact of any deficient results in a detailed manner
• Understanding of businesses within CB
• Strong verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills
• Demonstrated ability to build strong partnerships with partners in the business, control and compliance

Job Expectations :

• This position offers a hybrid work schedule
• Willingness to work on-site in one of the listed locations

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Posting End Date :

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.

Candidates applying to job openings posted in Canada : Applications for employment are encouraged from all qualified candidates, including women, persons with disabilities, aboriginal peoples and visible minorities.

Accommodation for applicants with disabilities is available upon request in connection with the recruitment process.

Applicants with Disabilities

To request a medical accommodation during the application or interview process, visit Disability Inclusion at Wells Fargo .

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