Wells Fargo

Lead Business Execution Consultant

Wells Fargo$119K — $224K *
Finance & Insurance
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 5+ years of experience in Business Execution, Implementation, or Strategic Planning
  • Demonstrated ability in leading enterprise processes with a focus on quality and consistency
  • Strong grasp of risk governance and approval frameworks
  • Proficient in driving execution across complex, cross-functional programs
  • Experience collaborating with senior leadership and multiple stakeholders
  • Ability to manage high-complexity initiatives and ensure seamless delivery
  • Familiarity with AI/GenAI initiatives in regulated environments

Responsibilities

  • Lead cross-functional teams in strategizing and executing programs and initiatives
  • Drive accountability for initiatives to minimize risks and enhance efficiency
  • Review and assess support functions for effectiveness
  • Perform assessments through data analysis to solve complex issues
  • Facilitate decision making and problem resolution in multifaceted situations
  • Collaborate with Business Execution team members to drive strategic objectives
  • Guide and mentor less experienced staff within the Strategy and Execution group

Benefits

  • Health benefits
  • 401(k) Plan
  • Paid time off
  • Disability benefits
  • Life insurance and critical illness insurance
  • Parental leave
  • Critical caregiving leave
  • Tuition reimbursement and scholarships for dependent children
  • Adoption reimbursement
  • Commuter benefits
Full Job Description
About this role:

Wells Fargo is seeking a Lead Business Execution Consultant in Branch Oversight & Support as part of Consumer Banking & Lending (CBL).

In this role, you will:
  • Lead cross functional teams to strategize, plan, and execute a variety of programs, services and initiatives
  • Drive accountability for assigned initiatives, limit risk exposure, and create efficiencies as appropriate
  • Review strategic approaches and effectiveness of support function and business performance
  • Perform assessments through fact finding and data requiring creative approaches to solving complex issues, and develop appropriate solutions or recommendations
  • Make decisions in highly complex and multifaceted situations requiring solid understanding of business group's functional area or products, facilitate decision making and issue resolution, and support implementation of developed solutions and plans
  • Collaborate and consult with members of the Business Execution team and team leaders to drive strategic initiatives
  • Influence, guide and lead less experienced Strategy and Execution staff within the group


Required Qualifications:
  • 5+ 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:
  • Demonstrated experience leading enterprise intake and governance processes (e.g., procedures, change, or portfolio intake) with a focus on quality, consistency, and timeliness
  • Strong knowledge of risk, governance, and approval frameworks (e.g., AIRR, DUAP, or similar) with ability to guide requirements and navigate approvals effectively
  • Proven ability to drive execution across complex, cross-functional programs, including tracking progress, resolving blockers, and delivering against commitments
  • Experience partnering with senior leadership and diverse stakeholders to align priorities, provide visibility, and influence outcomes
  • Ability to manage multiple concurrent initiatives with high complexity, ensuring coordination, issue resolution, and seamless delivery
  • Familiarity with AI / GenAI initiatives, portfolio intake, or innovation governance within a regulated environment
  • Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to anticipate risks, proactively mitigate issues, and maintain delivery timelines
  • High level of autonomy and ownership, with a track record of operating independently in ambiguous environments
  • Excellent communication skills with the ability to translate complex requirements into clear, actionable insights for leadership audiences
  • Experience supporting enterprise transformation or change initiatives, particularly in highly regulated industries


Job Expectations:
  • This position offers a hybrid work schedule.


This position is not eligible for Visa sponsorship.

Posting Locations:
  • 333 Market St - San Francisco, California 94105
  • 1755 Grant St - Concord, California 94520
  • 800 S Jordan Creek Pkwy - West Des Moines, Iowa 50266


Required locations listed above.

Salary range is determined by location of the job. May be considered for a discretionary bonus.

Please note: Job posting may come down early due to volume of applicants.

Pay Range

Reflected is the base pay range offered for this position. Pay may vary depending on factors including but not limited to demonstrated examples of prior performance, skills, experience, or work location. Employees may also be eligible for incentive opportunities.
$119,000.00 - $224,000.00

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:

14 Jul 2026
*Job posting may come down early due to volume of applicants.

About Wells Fargo

Wells Fargo Careers

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