Due Diligence Senior Manager-Head of Client Assessment Program
2 days ago• St. Louis, MO
About this role:
Wells Fargo is seeking a Due Diligence Senior Manager within Financial Crimes Operations to lead the Client Assessment Program, responsible for the execution of due diligence activities throughout Wells Fargo inclusive of trigger-based risk assessments of Wells Fargo Clients, Identification/Determination of Politically Exposed Persons, and relationship level risk evaluations.
In this role, you will:
- Provide expertise, guidance and leadership oversight for the Trigger based client assessments, Large & Complex relationship reviews, Politically Exposed Person evaluations/determinations, and periodic assessments.
- Manage and develop teams of individual contributors and managers conducting financial crimes driven due diligence assessments of the defined portfolio
- Develop and implementation transformational changes within the existing infrastructure, developing succinct programs that are effective in risk evaluation while implementing operational efficiencies while adhering to existing regulations, policies and industry standard.
- Lead team by making strategic decisions to resolve highly complex issues related to higher risk deliverables; interpret and develop range of policies and procedures for functions with moderate to high complexity and risk
- Effectively manage interactions with Wells Fargo business partners, senior leaders, Independent Risk Management and Legal
- Develop and guide a culture of talent development to meet organization's objectives and strategy
Relocation assistance is not available for this position
Required Qualifications:
- 6+ years of Due Diligence experience, or equivalent (including risk management, client service, operations support, or business process management) demonstrated through one or a combination of the following: work experience, training, military experience, education
- 3+ years of management or leadership experience
- 5+ years of Due Diligence or Bank Secrecy Act/Anti-money Laundering (BSA/AML) experience
- Experience with RCSA, risk/control identification and assessment, and enterprise risk frameworks
- Knowledge and understanding of internal controls and internal control policy
- Exposure to due diligence activities on a multitude of client types, including individuals, commercial entities, third party service providers and Politically Exposed Persons
- Experience driving oversight of cross-functional programs in fast-paced, complex, and dynamic environments
- Experience building and developing quality programs, inclusive of reporting, process, and procedures execution
- Management consulting experience with a top tier firm, and/or significant experience designing and leading cross-enterprise programs, products, or strategies
- Experience working closely with senior and executive leadership.
- Strong experience leading issues management and risk assessments functions, with proven ability to delivery on critical deadlines
- Job will require travel up to 20% of the time
- Position offers a hybrid work schedule in which you are required to work in office 3 days per week at a minimum in one of the locations listed on this job posting
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 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
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14 Aug 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.
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Client-provided location(s): St. Louis, MO
Job ID: WellsFargo-R-467634-3
Employment Type: FULL_TIME
Posted: 2025-08-12T22:11:35
Perks and Benefits
Health and Wellness
- Health Insurance
- Health Reimbursement Account
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Life Insurance
- FSA
- HSA
- Mental Health Benefits
- Short-Term Disability
- Long-Term Disability
Parental Benefits
- Adoption Assistance Program
- Family Support Resources
- Birth Parent or Maternity Leave
- Non-Birth Parent or Paternity Leave
- Fertility Benefits
- Return-to-Work Program
Work Flexibility
- Hybrid Work Opportunities
Office Life and Perks
- Commuter Benefits Program
Vacation and Time Off
- Paid Vacation
- Paid Holidays
- Personal/Sick Days
- Volunteer Time Off
Financial and Retirement
- 401(K) With Company Matching
- Performance Bonus
- Stock Purchase Program
Professional Development
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Access to Online Courses
- Internship Program
- Associate or Rotational Training Program
- Promote From Within
- Mentor Program
Diversity and Inclusion
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