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Wells Fargo is seeking talent to join their Corporate and Investment Banking Operations team. Corporate & Investment Banking (“CIB”) delivers a comprehensive suite of capital markets, banking, and financial products and services. As a trusted partner to our clients, we provide corporate and transactional banking; commercial real estate lending and servicing; investment banking; equity; and fixed income solutions including sales, trading, and research capabilities to corporate, commercial real estate, government, and institutional clients across the globe. Learn more about the career areas and business divisions at wellsfargojobs.com.

The following job profile is intended to provide a general sense of what the Institutional Investment Operations Specialists do; however, the day-to-day duties and responsibilities will differ from group to group and specialist to specialist depending on several variables, including (but not limited to) years of experience and/or business you are supporting….etc. 

Placement groups could include:

• Foreign Exchange

• Shared Services

• Broker Dealer

• Prime Services

• Middle Office/Derivatives

• Product and Strategic Delivery

• Process Review and Enhancement

In this role, you will:

• Participate in lifecycle support tasks for institutional trade initiatives and identify opportunity for process improvements

• Assist leadership in bringing individual or teams together in order to resolve complex issues

• Assist in client account onboarding, input and monitoring of cash payments, customer service, project support, funding operations, custodial operations, securities settlement services, structured loan operations, general ledger reconciliation, as well as, work to resolve confirmation and ISDA related issue

• Provide subject matter expertise on projects, internal and industry related initiatives

• Review and analyze functional operational tasks that require research, evaluation, and exercise independent judgment to guide the deliverable

• Present recommendations for resolving complex situations and exercise independent judgement while developing expertise on functions, projects, internal and industry related initiatives

• Collaborate and consult with peers, colleagues and managers to resolve issues and achieve goals

Required Qualifications:

• 2 years of Institutional Investment Operations experience, or equivalent demonstrated through one or a combination of the following: work experience, training, military experience, education

Desired Qualifications:

• Strong knowledge and understanding of loan, securities, and derivative products

• Proficient Microsoft Office skills

• Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills

• Effective organizational, multi tasking, and prioritizing skills

• Ability to work in a fast-paced deadline driven environment

• Knowledge and understanding of operational risk management in the financial services industry

• Knowledge and understanding of Anti Money Laundering (AML) and Bank Secrecy Act (BSA)

• Ability to identify risk exposures and propose solutions

• Experience collecting, recording, analyzing and processing information or data

• Experience identifying internal and external data sources from multiple sources across the business

• Ability to work effectively, as well as independently, in a team environment

Job Expectations:

• Obtaining and/or maintaining appropriate FINRA license(s) may be required for ongoing employment for certain lines of business within CIB Operations, if not immediately available to transfer upon hire. FINRA recognized equivalents will be accepted.

Posting Location(s):
Candidates must be able to sit in one of the below listed hub locations. Preferred location options and availability subject to business need. 

• 550 S. Tryon St. Charlotte, NC 28202

• 1525 W WT Harris Blvd. Charlotte, NC 28262

• 500 W 33rd St. New York, NY 10001

• 90 S 7th St. Minneapolis, MN 55402

Pay Ranges:

• Charlotte: $55,300 – $98,300 base/annual

• Minneapolis: $55,300 – $98,300 base/annual

• New York: $66,400 – $118,000 base/annual

Posting Statements:

• Job posting may come down early due to volume of applicants

• Relocation assistance is not available for this position

• Preferred locations listed above

• Wells Fargo only considers candidates who are presently authorized to work for any employer in the United States and who do not require work visa sponsorship from Wells Fargo now or in the future in order to retain their authorization to work in the United States

This position is subject to FINRA Background Screening Requirements, including successful completion and clearing of a background check. Internal transfers are subject to comply 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.

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.

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.

Drug and Alcohol Policy

Wells Fargo maintains a drug free workplace. Please see our Drug and Alcohol Policy to learn more.