Senior Lead Business Execution Consultant - Sanctions

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About this role:

Wells Fargo is seeking a Senior Lead Business Execution Consultant to join the Sanctions program in Financial Crimes Risk Management’s Global Sanctions Office. Learn more about the career areas and lines of business at wellsfargojobs.com. The Senior Lead will be responsible for overseeing and leading high-priority sanctions remediation projects, including managing and coordinating a cross-functional, global teams of stakeholders to ensure projects are executed efficiently, effectively, and in compliance with legal and regulatory requirements. The Senior Lead Business Execution Consultant will provide expert oversight and guidance while tracking progress, addressing risks, and briefing senior leaders on key developments and milestones.

In this role, you will:

• Act as a Business Execution advisor to leadership to drive performance and Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) sanctions initiatives and develop and implement information delivery or presentations to key stakeholders and senior management for sanctions remediation projects.

• Coordinate and lead the strategy and resolution of highly complex and unique challenges related to Business Execution that require solid analytical skills, extensive knowledge of Business Execution, and understanding of business, delivering longer term and large-scale solutions.

• Provide clear, concise, and timely communication to senior leadership on sanctions projects’ status, risks, and any necessary decisions or escalations.

• Lead team meetings or steering committee to facilitate decision making and support implementation of recommendations and plans for sanctions matters.

• Strategically engage with all levels of professionals and managers across multiple lines of businesses and serve as an experienced advisor to the leadership, including global teams, legal, compliance, operations, and technology, to ensure alignment on project goals and deliverables.

• Provide direction to a cross functional team using business expertise.

• Assess and address potential risks, including compliance, operational, and reputational risks, proactively implementing mitigation strategies.

Required Qualifications:

• 7 years of Business Execution, Implementation, or Strategic Planning experience, or equivalent demonstrated through one or a combination of the following: work experience, training, military experience, education.

Desired Qualifications:

• Expert level awareness and expertise of U.S. and international sanctions regulatory requirements, including industry standards.

• Expert level experience with regulatory compliance programs, particularly within the financial services industry.

• Leadership experience with a proven ability to influence and drive results.

• Strong ability to communicate complex concepts to senior leaders and stakeholders.

• Master’s degree in a relevant field or Juris Doctor (JD) strongly preferred.

• Experience in managing high-priority projects with tight deadlines and regulatory scrutiny.

• Expertise in tracking project progress, reporting, and problem-solving.

• Experience in leading and coordinating cross-functional teams.

Job Expectations:

• This position offers a hybrid work schedule.

• Willingness to work onsite at stated location on the job posting.

• This position is not eligible for VISA sponsorship.

Posting Locations:

100 N 18th Street, Philadelphia, PA

401 S Tryon Street, Charlotte, NC

114 N Beaumont Street, Saint Louis, MO

1753 Pinnacle Dr, Mclean, VA

Pennsylvania – Philadelphia Pay Range: $126,400.00 - 262,600.00 USD Annually

North Carolina – Charlotte Pay Range: $120,400.00 - 250,000.00 USD Annually

Missouri - Saint Louis Pay Range: $120,400.00 - 250,000.00 USD Annually

Virginia– McLean Pay Range: $126,400.00 - 262,600.00 USD Annually

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.

Candidates applying to job openings posted in Canada: Applications for employment are encouraged from all qualified candidates, including women, persons with disabilities, aboriginal peoples and visible minorities. Accommodation for applicants with disabilities is available upon request in connection with the recruitment process.

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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.

Salary : $120,400 - $250,000