Lead Independent Testing Officer - Data Analytics

About this role:

Wells Fargo is seeking a Lead Independent Testing Officer to support Independent Testing & Validation (IT&V) as part of Corporate Risk. Learn more about the career areas and lines of business at wellsfargojobs.com.

As a part of Wells Fargo's second line of defense and Independent Risk Management team, Independent Testing covers jobs responsible for the development and design of methodologies and standards for review activities. This ensures performing effective and appropriate testing, validation, and documentation of review activities for risks and controls according to standards and other applicable policies.

In this role, you will:

• Interpret and explain complex technology and business requirements to support independent testing and facilitate the identification of opportunities to leverage data analysis in assessing of risk, working closely with the Testing and Validation teams and outside entities.
• Successfully lead and manage multiple projects across a wide array of highly complex subject areas while ensuring high quality outcomes are achieved and effectively communicated to management.
• Build relationships and collaborating with key stakeholders in the applicable line of business and IT&V functions.
• Lead project teams and mentor individuals

Required Qualifications:

• 5 years of Independent Testing experience, or equivalent demonstrated through one or a combination of the following: work experience, training, military experience, education

Desired Qualifications:

• Strong problem solving and critical-thinking skills
• Experience with data analysis or visualization tools (SQL, SAS, or Power BI).
• Understanding of software development lifecycle (SDLC).
• Knowledge of compliance and regulatory requirements.
• Experience with retrieving data from various information systems.
• Experience in the technical build-out and/or support of databases or other technical tools.
• Ability to prioritize work, meet deadlines, achieve goals, and work under pressure in a dynamic and complex environment.
• Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills. 
• Ability to take on a high level of responsibility, initiative, and accountability. 
• Ability to summarize and recommend new strategies/solutions.  
• Strong analytical skills with high attention to detail and accuracy.  
• Strong ability to research, trend, and analyze data.  
• Ability to effectively communicate, verbal and written, with various levels of management, including senior leaders and executives.
• Experience in Audit, Compliance, Risk and Testing or other applicable business experience.

Job Expectations:

• This position is not eligible for Visa sponsorship.
• This position offers a hybrid work schedule.
• Willingness to work on-site at stated location on the job opening.

Posting Locations:

• 401 S. Tryon Street - Charlotte, NC

• 600 S. 4th Street - Minneapolis, MN

• 2801 Market St, F & L Bldg - St. Louis, MO

• 800 S. Jordan Creek Pkwy - West Des Moines, IA

• 1150 W. Washington Street - Tempe, AZ

• 250 E. John Carpenter Freeway - Irving, TX

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.

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:

*Job posting may come down early due to volume of applicants.

We Value Diversity

At Wells Fargo, we believe in diversity, equity and inclusion in the workplace; accordingly, we welcome applications for employment from all qualified candidates, regardless of race, color, gender, national origin, religion, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, individuals with disabilities, pregnancy, marital status, status as a protected veteran or any other status protected by applicable law.

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.

Candidates applying to job openings posted in US: 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.

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.