Senior Lead Operational Risk Officer

About Wells Fargo India & PhilippinesWells Fargo India & Philippines is a critical component of Wells Fargo's strategy to leverage distinct advantages in doing business in a global environment.

Wells Fargo India & Philippines is primarily an extension of the technology, operations, and corporate support teams of Wells Fargo.

It engages in application development and support, testing, other technology functions, international operations, knowledge support, and middle and back-end banking process solutions for a wide spectrum of Wells Fargo's needs.

It currently has offices in Bengaluru, Chennai, Hyderabad, and Manila.About this role : Wells Fargo is seeking a Senior Lead Operational Risk Officer.In this role, you will : Provide companywide oversight and governance of an integrated operational risk program or initiativeDevelop and drive innovative operational risk approaches and solutions companywide through an influence modelIdentify potential business operational risksDevelop and drive innovative operational risk approaches and solutions companywide through an influence modelConstructively and independently challenge existing risk management fundamentals or assumptions and develop alternative approaches and solutionsEvaluate long term implications and consequences of strategic business decisions and recommend appropriate alternatives for risk managementLead implementation of complex initiatives with high risk, generally spanning multiple business linesConsult to the business on corrective action plans and effectively managing changeInfluence and negotiate with executive management and business heads as high-level stakeholders both within and outside Wells FargoLead initiatives and virtual teams across the organization to deliver companywide business risk management transformationsCollaborate and consult with peers, colleagues, and managers to resolve issues and achieve goalsLead project or virtual teams and mentor less experienced staffRequired Qualifications : 7+ years of Operational Risk experience, or equivalent demonstrated through one or a combination of the following : work experience, training, military experience, educationDesired Qualifications : Candidate must a be a graduate of a bachelor's degree or higherCandidate must have 7+ years of solid experience in operational risk within a senior leadership role / capacityCandidate must have knowledge across Enterprise Risk Management framework, including risk identification, risk appetite and strategy, risk-related decisions, processes and controls, risk analytics and governanceMust have an understanding of specific business operations processes, products and customer interactions and where they manifest risk (e.g.

Corporate & Investment Banking / Commercial Banking / Consumer Lending / Consumer & Small Business Banking / Wealth & Investment Management, Human Resources, Finance, Corporate Risk)Strong interpersonal, influencing, and communications skills with an ability to interact effectively with stakeholders at all levels, experience, and the ability to effectively manage and build relationshipsProven skills to drive alignment across stakeholder groups to develop and deliver repeatable end to end risk management solutionsIndustry certification such as CIA / CFSA / CFA / CISA / CRISC Job LevelJob Expectations : Use subject matter expertise and business domain knowledge to provide independent oversight and credible challenge to front line operational risk management activitiesRoutine engagement with the Control Executive teams, Function Heads and Independent Risk leaders to promote a strong operational risk cultureActive engagement in key front line governance routines inclusive of Risk & Control committees and business reviewsOversee and challenge the front line across all operational risk routines including – plan, identify and assess, control and mitigate, test and validate, monitor and reportPerform independent risk assessment of the front line, inclusive of emerging risksReview and challenge of front-line risk acceptances and new business initiativesIdentify and escalate to senior leadership conflicts with risk management results and expected business outcomesDevelop and deliver content to senior business, Independent Risk, Audit and Regulatory leaders summarizing the results of the independent risk assessment activitiesIdentify and recommend opportunities for process improvement and risk control development, with an enterprise, risk management, and valued service mindset, whilst benching with industry practices.Strategize, design, and execute risk related MI, Reporting, KPIs and metrics, which includes but not limited to scorecards and risk assessments.Create visual aids that effectively communicates insights and ensure robust governance within the India and the Philippines IRMPosting End Date : 29 Jun 2025

• Job posting may come down early due to volume of applicants.We Value Equal OpportunityWells 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.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.Applicants with DisabilitiesTo request a medical accommodation during the application or interview process, visitDisability Inclusion at Wells Fargo.Drug and Alcohol PolicyWells Fargo maintains a drug free workplace.

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