Wells Fargo

Lead Risk Analytics Consultant

Wells Fargo$153K — $239K *
Finance & Insurance
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 5+ years of experience in quantitative model solutions or operations.
  • Advanced programming skills in SAS, Python, Oracle PL/SQL, SQL (Server, Oracle, Teradata), UNIX, and Windows.
  • Experience with Business and Personal Credit Bureau data like D&B and Experian.
  • Familiarity with workflow and rules management products.
  • Ability to perform root cause analysis and prioritize complex projects.

Responsibilities

  • Lead large-scale model maintenance and optimization initiatives.
  • Analyze complex model operations and provide insights.
  • Develop and strategize model processes for business objectives.
  • Make decisions in complex situations utilizing agile methodologies.
  • Collaborate with peers to achieve operational goals.

Benefits

  • Health benefits including medical and dental coverage.
  • 401(k) Plan with company match.
  • Generous paid time off policy.
  • Disability and life insurance plans.
  • Parental and critical caregiving leave.
  • Tuition reimbursement and scholarships for dependents.
  • Adoption reimbursement and commuter benefits.
  • Discounts and savings on various services.
Full Job Description

About this role:

Wells Fargo is seeking a Quantitative Model Solutions professional to support Risk Modeling production processes, data infrastructure, and model operations. This role will focus on Commercial Decision Support model production, scoring processes, data sourcing, and conversion enhancements, while maintaining and enhancing existing data infrastructure, and related production processes.


In this role, you will:

  • Lead complex, large-scale model maintenance, optimization, and planning initiatives related to operational processes, controls, reporting, testing, implementation, and documentation
  • Review and analyze complex multi-faceted model operations and optimization challenges that require in-depth evaluation of multiple factors including intangibles or unprecedented factors
  • Develop model processes and optimization strategies for short- and long-term objectives; support and provide insights regarding a wide array of business initiatives
  • Make decisions in complex and multi-faceted situations requiring solid understanding of agile development
  • Influence global assessment of model maintenance schedules inclusive of engineering, structure, and scope of review following the System Development Life Cycle process, quality, security, and compliance requirements
  • Strategically collaborate and consult with peers, colleagues, and managers to resolve issues and achieve goals


Required Qualifications:

  • 5+ years of quantitative model solutions or quantitative model operations experience, or equivalent demonstrated through one or a combination of the following: work experience, training, military experience, education

Desired Qualifications:

  • Working knowledge in any business workflow and rules management products
  • Prior experience in the Wells Fargo Commercial data environment to include Systems of Record, CRM platforms, and Financial Spreading9s tools such as Optimist
  • Familiar with Business and Personal Credit Bureau data (e.g. D&B and Experian)
  • 5+ years of advanced programming expertise in SAS, Python, Oracle PL/SQL, ETL, ER Modeling, and database design
  • High Proficiency in SQL programming (SQL Server or Oracle or Teradata)
  • Proficient in UNIX and Windows environments
  • Hands-on data-centric problem solver and quick learner with strong attention to details and proven experience in handling analytic or data research projects from end to end
  • Experience determining root cause analysis
  • Knowledge and understanding of issues or change management processes
  • Ability to prioritize work, meet deadlines, achieve goals and work under pressure in a dynamic and complex environment
  • Strong verbal and written communication skill and basic technical project management experience
  • Strong ability to develop partnerships and collaborate with other business and functional groups

Job Expectations:

  • This position offers a hybrid work schedule; current requirements are 3 days in-office
  • Willingness to work on-site at stated location on the job opening
  • This position is not eligible for Visa sponsorship
  • Specific compliance policies may apply regarding outside activities or personal investing; affected employees will be expected to provide information to the Wells Fargo Personal Account Dealing Team and abide by applicable policy requirements if hired. Information will be shared about expectations during the recruitment process.

Job Locations

ARIZONA - Chandler, AZ 2700 S Price Rd
IOWA - West Des Moines, IA 800 S Jordan Creek Pkwy
MINNESOTA - Minneapolis, MN 600 S 4th St
NORTH CAROLINA - Charlotte, NC 1525 W W T Harris Blvd
NORTH CAROLINA - Charlotte, NC 550 S Tryon St
TEXAS - Irving TX 401 Las Colinas Blvd W Bldg B

Additional Information:
Minneapolis, Minnesota Pay Range: $153,000 - $239,000 USD Annual (this range may not be applicable to other locations)

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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.

$139,000.00 - $239,000.00

Benefits

Wells Fargo provides eligible employees with a comprehensive set of benefits, many of which are listed below. Visit 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:

9 Aug 2026

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

About Wells Fargo

Wells Fargo Careers

Joining Wells Fargo means becoming part of a distinguished financial institution that has been a cornerstone of innovation and leadership in the banking industry. At Wells Fargo, we offer a plethora of job opportunities designed to empower your career growth and development in a diverse and inclusive environment.

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We believe in nurturing the potential of our employees. Wells Fargo offers robust training programs and resources to help every team member excel in their current roles and prepare for future challenges. Growth at Wells Fargo is not just about climbing the career ladder but expanding your skills and expertise to add value to our team and customers.

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