Senior Lead Operational Risk Officer | Technology Risk Management - Data Risk

About This Role

Wells Fargo is seeking a Senior Lead Operational Risk Officer within Technology Risk Management for the Data Risk organization. The role requires a highly experienced and strategic leader who has strong expertise in technology and data management governance frameworks, operational risk programs, and emerging risks with ability to articulate and execute a strategic vision while anticipating future challenges, translating complex trends into actionable strategies, and inspiring both senior stakeholders and industry peers. A critical element of this role is developing enhanced methods to identify, assess and measure data risk while identifying and executing efficiencies. Learn more about career areas and lines of business at wellsfargojobs.com.

In This Role, You Will Provide The Following

• Independent Oversight: The role provides independent second-line oversight of data management risk.
• Risk Assessment and Mitigation: Assessing and enhancing the data management framework, identifying, and mitigating risks.
• Governance: Reviewing and evaluating data governance policies, architecture, and quality monitoring processes.
• Regulatory Compliance: Ensuring compliance with data management regulations and industry best practices.
• Stakeholder Engagement: Engaging with stakeholders to promote a strong data risk culture and provide expert guidance.
• Strategic Initiatives: Leading critical work efforts and strategic initiatives to drive continuous improvement in data management.
• Reporting: Reporting on the state of data management risk to senior management.
  
  

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.
  
  

Desired Qualifications:

• 5 years of data management experience.
• 5 years of technology risk identification, assessment, and measurement experience.
• Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Strong analytical skills with high attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to interact with all levels of an organization.
• Expertise in problem solving, root cause analysis, issue management, or similar experience in continuous improvement of processes, controls, technology solutions.
• Ability to adapt in a dynamic work environment with multiple priorities and strict timelines.
• Ability to work independently, as well as in a team environment while establishing and maintaining effective working relationships.
• Ability to anticipate and ask the right questions to assess all facets of an effort.
• Ability to prepare and deliver complex data in a way that is concise/understandable.
• Demonstrated strong organizational and project management experience.
• Knowledge and experience with regulatory requirements.
• Certifications in Audit or Risk disciplines.
• Experience with Data Analysis to identify and communicate risk and influence appropriate.
  
  

Job Expectations:

• This position currently offers a hybrid work schedule.
• Ability to work at a posted location(s).
  
  

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
• 800 S Jordan Creek Pkwy - West Des Moines, Iowa
  
  

*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 achievements, skills, experience, or work location. The range listed is just one component of the compensation package offered to candidates.

$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:

28 Dec 2025

• 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

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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-508702-3