Independent Risk Management – Embedded Analytics Specialist

About this role:

Wells Fargo is seeking an Independent Risk Management – Embedded Analytics Specialist (Independent Testing Specialist) to join the Wealth and Investment Management’s (WIM) Embedded Analytics team within the firm’s Independent Risk Management function. Learn more about the career areas and lines of business at wellsfargojobs.com.

As an Independent Testing Specialist, you will be responsible for the identification and development of Data Driven Testing opportunities to provide comprehensive risk coverage and/or improve operating efficiencies within Testing & Validation procedures. 

In this role, you will:

• Partner with Testing Teams, Business Functions, and Management to identify potential opportunities to leverage analytical solutions in the testing of business processes and/or controls
• Participate in the development and design of Data Driven Testing solutions in alignment with IRM strategic priorities and Testing & Validation procedures
• Ensure effective and appropriate testing, validation, and documentation of review activities for risk programs, risks, and controls according to standards and other applicable policies within Independent Testing
• Present recommendations for resolving more complex situations and exercise independent judgment while developing expertise in risk management framework and the risk and control environment
• Collaborate and consult with colleagues, internal partners and management
• Participate in less complex development and design of methodologies and standards for review activities companywide in alignment with the risk management framework
• Ensure effective and appropriate testing, validation, and documentation of review activities for risk programs, risks, and controls according to standards and other applicable policies within Independent Testing
• Support and implement less complex initiatives with low to moderate risk and exercise independent judgment to guide risk reporting, escalation, and resolution
• Present recommendations for resolving more complex situations and exercise independent judgment while developing expertise in risk management framework and the risk and control environment
• Collaborate and consult with colleagues, internal partners and management

Required Qualifications:

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

Desired Qualifications:

• Advanced SQL Skills.
• Advance Python Skills (Pandas, NumPy, Pyspark etc.)
• Experience supporting risk or testing functions in an analytical capacity.
• Experience with Microsoft Fabric/Power BI.
• Experience with automation procedures using analytical tools.
• Experience gathering, analyzing, and interpreting large datasets; ability to retrieve data from various information systems.
• Strong analytical skills with high attention to detail and accuracy.  
• Ability to research trends and analyze data.

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

• 1 N. Jefferson Avenue - St. Louis, MO

This position is subject to FINRA Background Screening Requirements, including successful completion and clearing of a background check. Internal transfers are subject to comply with 17 CFR 240.17f-2 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 and FINRA Bylaws, Article III, Section 3, which states that Associated Persons should not be subject to statutory disqualification. Successful candidates must also meet ongoing regulatory requirements including additional screening and are required to report certain incidents.

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.

Posting End Date:

*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.