Senior Lead Operational Risk Officer | Operational Risk Management

About This Role

Wells Fargo is seeking a Senior Lead Operational Risk Officer to serve as a subject matter expert in Digital Currency, with direct experience in clearing and custody of digital assets. This role will operate within the Operational Risk and Compliance functions, providing authoritative second-line oversight and guidance for new products and services in Wealth and Investment Management (WIM) and the Corporate and Investment Bank (CIB).

In This Role, You Will

• Develop and implement a coverage model for digital currency across Operational Risk and Compliance, in alignment with the product model
• Provide second-line oversight and guidance for operational risks and compliance related to digital assets and related emerging technologies.
• Partner with and influence WIM and CIB leadership in the evaluation of new products and services involving digital currency, ensuring alignment with regulatory expectations and internal risk frameworks.
• Act as a trusted advisor and subject matter expert on digital asset clearing, custody, and related operational risk issues.
• Drive knowledge expansion and capability building across second-line teams in WIM and CIB regarding digital assets and associated risks.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders to develop risk policies, standards, and procedures for digital currency activities.
• Monitor regulatory developments and industry trends to anticipate emerging risks and advise on proactive risk mitigation strategies.
• Support risk assessments, issue management, and governance reporting for digital currency initiatives.
  
  

Required Qualifications:

• 7 years of Operational Risk experience, or equivalent demonstrated through one or a combination of the following: work experience, training, military experience, education.
• Direct experience in digital currency clearing and/or custody, preferably within a regulated financial institution.
  
  

Desired Qualifications:

• Deep understanding of operational risk frameworks, compliance requirements, and regulatory expectations for digital assets.
• Proven ability to influence and provide authoritative guidance across multiple lines of defense.
• Strong collaboration skills with experience working across risk, compliance, and business teams.
• Advanced knowledge of digital asset ecosystems, blockchain technology, and emerging financial technologies.
• Experience with Wealth and Investment Management and Corporate and Investment Banking products and services.
• Exceptional communication and presentation skills, with the ability to translate complex concepts into actionable guidance for senior stakeholders.
• Deep understanding of three lines of defense with direct experience with audit processes and principles.
• U.S. securities licensing preferably supervisory licensing.
  
  

Job Expectations:

• This position currently offers a hybrid work schedule.
• Ability to work at a posted location(s).
• This position is subject to FINRA background screening requirements. Candidates must successfully complete and pass a background check prior to hire. In accordance with FINRA rules, individuals who are subject to statutory disqualification are not eligible to be associated with a FINRA-registered broker-dealer. Successful candidates must also meet and comply with ongoing regulatory obligations, which include periodic screening and mandatory reporting of certain incidents.
• Specific compliance policies may apply regarding outside activities and/or personal investing; affected employees will be expected to provide information to the Wells Fargo Personal Account Dealing Team and abide by applicable policy requirements if hired. Information will be shared about expectations during the recruitment process.
  
  

Work Locations:

• 401 S Tryon St - Charlotte, North Carolina
• 401 W Las Colinas Blvd - Irving, Texas
• 600 S 4th St - Minneapolis, Minnesota
• 1150 W Washington St - Tempe, Arizona
• 114 North Beaumont Street - D Bldg, Saint Louis, Missouri
  
  

Pay Range(s) (US Only):

• Minneapolis, Minnesota | Pay Range: 159,000.00 - 254,000.00 USD Annual
  
  

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

Pay Range

Reflected is the base pay range offered for this position. Pay may vary depending on factors including but not limited to demonstrated examples of prior performance, skills, experience, or work location. Employees may also be eligible for incentive opportunities.

$159,000.00 - $279,000.00

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:

5 Apr 2026

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

We Value Equal Opportunity

Wells Fargo is an equal opportunity employer. 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.

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.

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

• Third-Party recordings are prohibited unless authorized by Wells Fargo.
• Wells Fargo requires you to directly represent your own experiences during the recruiting and hiring process.
  
  

Reference Number

R-528525-1