Lead Control Management Officer- BSA/AML Data Strategy & Operations
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About this role:
Wells Fargo is seeking a Lead Control Management Officer- BSA/AML Data Strategy & Operations
In this role, you will:
- Stakeholder Engagement Across the Enterprise - Engage with stakeholders, at various levels, across Wells Fargo to monitor, challenge, and manage issues throughout Wells Fargo's issue management lifecycle
- Data Risk Collaboration and Support - Engage with leaders with respect to Data Management Risk and Requirements, support cross control engagements and engage in cross location support
- Risk Mitigation Advisory - Act as an advisor to leaders in developing risk mitigation strategies for complex and highly integrated business specific risk across different business lines
- Impact Monitoring and Reporting - Monitor, measure, evaluate, and report impact of decisions and business controls to the relevant business group and enterprise function
- Strategic Risk Resolution Leadership - Lead the strategy and resolution of highly complex current and emerging risks and issues requiring in depth evaluation across multiple areas or the enterprise, as well as an in-depth understanding of financial crimes, operational risk, audit, legal, and business process management
- 5+ years of Risk Management or Control Management experience, or equivalent demonstrated through one or a combination of the following: work experience, training, military experience, education
- 5+ years of Data Risk Management experience
- Data Management Framework Expertise - Experience and knowledge of data management framework including risk identification, processes and controls, and governance related to Data Domain Management, Data Use, Data Distribution, and Data Protection
- Anti-Money Laundering (AML) Regulatory Knowledge - Knowledge of Bank Secrecy Act/Anti-Money Laundering (BSA/AML) requirements for financial institutions (e.g., Know Your Customer (KYC), including Customer Identification Program (CIP), due diligence, beneficial ownership requirements, Currency Transaction Reporting/Monetary Instrument Recordkeeping, transaction monitoring, Politically Exposed Persons (PEPs)) and other AML-related topics (e.g., adverse media screening, sanctions)
- Issue Management Lifecycle Proficiency - Strong knowledge of issues management lifecycle (capture, plan, mitigate and monitor, sustainability, and validation)
- Risk and Control Self-Assessment (RCSA) Experience - Risk and Control Self-Assessment (RCSA) and Issue Management experience
- Cross-Risk Area Support Experience - Experience in supporting one or more areas of risk including, Operational Risk, Technology or Compliance roles aligned to these groups
- Operations and Data Controls Expertise - Experience in designing, monitoring and/or remediation of operations and data controls
- Key Risk Indicators Development - Experience in developing and/or monitoring key risk indicators
- Enterprise Risk Management Framework Understanding - A thorough understanding of enterprise risk management framework including risk identification, risk appetite and strategy, risk-related decisions, processes and controls, risk analytics and governance
- Stakeholder Communication Skills - Strong interpersonal, influencing, and communications skills with an ability to interact effectively with stakeholders
- Leadership and Project Management Skills - Proven leadership and project management skills to drive alignment across stakeholder groups to develop and deliver repeatable end-to-end risk management solutions and controls aligned with group's processes
- Risk Framework and Policy Translation - Deep understanding of risk framework, corporate/business policies, and programs to translate into plans for the business, function and/or risk type
- Vision and Direction for Business Solutions - Provide vision, direction, and expertise to leaders on implementing innovative and significant business solutions for highly complex risks associated with business operations
- Enterprise Risk Advisory and Design - Engage with all levels of roles across the business groups, and serve as an experienced advisor in designing and implementing risk mitigation strategies, business processes, and controls that mitigate risks and address regulatory requirements
- Front Line Risk Support - Support Control Management leadership in ensuring effective front line risk identification, measurement, monitoring, controls and mitigation, with a focus on business initiatives and testing
- Control Design and Enhancement - Promote/design and enhance existing controls in partnership with business owners and process engineers, including effectiveness measures, implementation support, validation of effectiveness post-implementation and controls evaluation based on defined triggers
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- Ability to travel up to 10% of the time
- Hybrid work schedule. Must be able to work from one of the approved job posting locations three (3) days in office & two (2) days remote
- This position is not eligible for Visa sponsorship.
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.
$100,000.00 - $179,000.00
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
13 Sep 2025
* Job posting may come down early due to volume of applicants.
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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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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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