Escalations Associate
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About this role:
Wells Fargo is seeking a Escalations Associate
In this role, you will:
- Research and resolve escalated inquiries and complaints including review of in process, closed, or cancelled single loan or credit exceptions, applications, claims, files or online transactions
- Determine appropriate course of action by conducting investigative steps to identify the issues, research product information, and process complex or corrective transactions online
- Review escalated inquiries and complaints that require special handling, process complex or corrective transactions online, and ensure resolution or negotiation of sensitive and time critical matters
- Receive direction from supervisors and exercise judgment within defined parameters while developing understanding of investigative steps to identify and resolve issues, terms, conditions, and contracts to ensure the process and documentation are in compliance with internal company requirements, insurer guidelines, investor requirements or government regulations
- Provide information to the management committee members, agencies, or business leaders related to the escalated inquiries and complaints
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- 6+ months of Customer Contact within a Financial Services Environment, Financial Services Operations, Underwriting, and Quality Assurance experience, or equivalent demonstrated through one or a combination of the following: work experience, training, military experience, education
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About this role:
Wells Fargo is seeking an Escalations Associate. Learn more about the career areas and lines of business at wellsfargojobs.com .
In this role, you will:
- Research and resolve escalated inquiries and complaints including review of in process, closed, or cancelled single loan or credit exceptions, applications, claims, files or online transactions
- Determine appropriate course of action by conducting investigative steps to identify the issues, research product information, and process complex or corrective transactions online
- Review escalated inquiries and complaints that require special handling, process complex or corrective transactions online, and ensure resolution or negotiation of sensitive and time critical matters
- Receive direction from supervisors and exercise judgment within defined parameters while developing understanding of investigative steps to identify and resolve issues, terms, conditions, and contracts to ensure the process and documentation are in compliance with internal company requirements, insurer guidelines, investor requirements or government regulations
- Provide information to the management committee members, agencies, or business leaders related to the escalated inquiries and complaints
- 6+ months of Customer Contact within a Financial Services Environment, Financial Services Operations, Underwriting, and Quality Assurance experience, or equivalent demonstrated through one or a combination of the following: work experience, training, military experience, education
- 6+ months of escalated complaints experience
- 6+ months of leadership or subject matter expert experience in one or more products
- Non-fraud/fraud claims experience
- Heavy phone and research skills
- Excellent Written and Verbal Communication Skills
- Hybrid schedule 1 week office / 1 week remote
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.
$28.85 - $43.75
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
9 Oct 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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Drug and Alcohol Policy
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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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