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Lead Control Management Officer - CBO

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About this role:

Wells Fargo is seeking a Lead Control Management Officer supporting Wholesale Lending Operations as a part of our Commercial Banking Operations Control Management Group.

In this role, you will:

  • Own and independently manage 2-3 complex Risk Assessable Units (RAUs), also knows as RCSAs, holding the pen in drafting
  • Responsible for risk identification, risk measures, control identification/design and ratings applicable to the assigned RAUs in partnership with the RAU Owner within the business
  • Manage all risk management activities association to the RAU (i.e. issues, OREs, process change, etc.) to ensure control requirements are met and adhered too by the business owner
  • Become the risk and control subject matter expertise on the service models assigned and underlying L4 processes
  • Provide risk management consulting to support the business in designing and implementing risk-mitigation strategies
  • Collaborate with relevant business group to identify current and emerging risks associated with business activities and operations, and provide guidance in developing and implementing risk-mitigating strategies
  • Integrate yourself in all necessary business routines to ensure your knowledge of the processes is sufficient
  • Monitor assigned portfolio of control activities and escalate when necessary
Required Qualifications:

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  • 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
Desired Qualifications:
  • Audit or internal controls assessment experience
  • Experience overseeing control evaluation test scripts to assess the design and performance of internal controls
  • Experience with risk types, methodologies, and frameworks for evaluating or testing controls and assessing results, conducting research, and identifying control deficiencies
  • Experience executing control evaluation test scripts to assess the design and performance of internal controls
  • Experience evaluating the adequacy and effectiveness of policies, procedures, processes, systems, and internal controls
  • Experience building constructive and effective relationships
  • Experience delivering results in a fast-paced, deadline driven environment
  • Ability to take on a high level of responsibility, initiative, and accountability
  • Ability to learn and become the risk and control subject matter expert in the area assigned
  • Ability to identify process enhancement areas to operate more efficiently
  • Experience analyzing business and/or systems changes to determine impact
  • Leadership skills including the ability to influence effectively in a matrix environment
  • Experience in effective coordination of internal and external review and inspection activities
  • Ability to effectively communicate, verbal and written, with various levels of management, including senior leaders and executives
  • Experience in assessing risk, reviewing risk ratings, and identifying control deficiencies
  • Ability to mentor, train, and work independently
  • Ability to prioritize work, meet deadlines, achieve goals, and work under deadlines in a dynamic and fast paced environment
  • Strong analytical skills with high attention to detail and accuracy
  • Intermediate Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint) skills
Job Expectations:
  • Ability to travel up to 25% of the time
  • Ability to work onsite three days a week at one of the locations listed below.
Office Locations:
  • Chandler, AZ
  • Charlotte, NC
  • San Antonio, TX
  • Irving, TX
  • Minneapolis, MN
  • West Des Moines, IA
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.
$100,000.00 - $163,000.00
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:
7 Sep 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

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:

a. Third-Party recordings are prohibited unless authorized by Wells Fargo.

b. Wells Fargo requires you to directly represent your own experiences during the recruiting and hiring process.

Client-provided location(s): Charlotte, NC
Job ID: WellsFargo-R-483080-1
Employment Type: FULL_TIME
Posted: 2025-09-03T18:08:28

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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