Wells Fargo

Lead Strategy & Planning Consultant - Strategic Programs

Wells Fargo$119K — $187K *
Business Services
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 5+ years of strategy or related experience
  • Experience in a consulting firm or internal strategy team
  • Ability to develop hypotheses and structure problems
  • Strong skills in executive-level communication and storytelling
  • Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office, especially PowerPoint
  • Capability to perform in a high-demand, fast-paced environment

Responsibilities

  • Lead high-priority programs across teams
  • Assist in program setup, defining problems and approaches
  • Navigate a matrixed environment to partner with senior leaders
  • Create executive communications for stakeholders
  • Guide teams through complex scenarios as a coach
  • Lead large-scale initiatives with significant impact
  • Identify strategic business opportunities and investments

Benefits

  • Health benefits
  • 401(k) Plan
  • Paid time off
  • Disability benefits
  • Life insurance and additional insurance options
  • Parental leave
  • Critical caregiving leave
  • Tuition reimbursement
  • Scholarships for children
  • Adoption reimbursement
  • Commuter benefits
Full Job Description

About this role:

Wells Fargo is seeking a Lead Strategy and Planning Consultantto join the Strategic Programs team within the Strategic Programs and Enterprise Change Management organization.

In this role, you will:

  • Lead high-priority programs by working in project teams spanning businesses and support functions.

  • Assist in standing up programs (e.g., define problem, structure an approach) and creating a successful path to delivery (e.g., define workstreams, milestones, and timing).

  • Work alongside senior leaders as a strategic partner which will require navigating a highly matrixed environment.  

  • Create executive-level communications for presentation to key stakeholders on progress, findings, and recommendations via succinct presentations and storytelling.

  • Guide a team through ambiguous and complex situations, while serving as a coach/advisor to team members as part of their growth and development.

  • Lead complex initiatives with broad impact and act as key participant in large scale planning

  • Provide principal level strategic consulting services to client organizations

  • Represent Wells Fargo on Industry boards and committees

  • Review and analyze complex larger-scale or longer-term challenges that require in-depth evaluation of multiple factors including intangibles or unprecedented factors

  • Identify strategic business investments and alliance opportunities

  • Make decisions in complex situations that influence and lead the broader work team to meet deliverables and drive new initiatives

  • Provide guidance to less experienced staff

  • Evaluate and approve process of identified opportunities

  • Collaborate strategically and consult with all levels to resolve issues and achieve goals

  • Partner with executive management across Wells Fargo to define the business strategy and create then execute corresponding business plans and initiative

  • Communicative strategy and related business plans to management

Required Qualifications, US:

  • 5+ years of strategy or related experience, or equivalent demonstrated through one or a combination of the following: work experience, training, military experience, education.

Desired Qualifications:

  • Experience in a consulting firm or internal strategy team, managing initiatives in a complex environment.

  • Ability to drive problem solving for complex questions (e.g., develop hypothesis, structure problem, drive analyses, and design solutions)

  • Ability to build executive-level communications based on progress and findings.

  • Ability to partner with business leaders to achieve key goals through flexibility, collaboration, influence, and adaptability.

  • Advanced Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook and PowerPoint skills), with a strong focus on storytelling through PowerPoint.

  • Ability to execute in a fast paced, high demand environment.

Job Expectations:

  • Position location: Charlotte, NC. Hybrid work model with 3 days in office and 2 days remote. No other locations will be considered.

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 - $187,000.00

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:

12 Sep 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.

Work You’ll Do

At Wells Fargo, you will be part of a team that values diversity and is committed to fostering an inclusive culture. We are looking for professionals who are eager to drive innovation and lead with integrity. Our employees are our greatest asset, and we invest in their professional growth through comprehensive leadership and diversity training programs that are recognized industry-wide.

Explore a Multitude of Career Paths

Whether you're interested in a position in finance, IT, customer service, or management, Wells Fargo has career opportunities in various fields. Our team members benefit from job stability, competitive benefits, and a culture that values and rewards performance and dedication.

Internship Programs

Kickstart your career with a Wells Fargo internship. Our programs provide invaluable industry exposure, professional skills development, and networking opportunities that often lead to full-time employment offers. Interns at Wells Fargo work on real projects, solve actual challenges, and gain the mentorship of seasoned professionals.

Professional Growth and Development

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.

Benefits and Rewards

Wells Fargo is committed to the well-being of our team members. We offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes health care, retirement plans, and generous paid time off. Additionally, we provide unique perks like employee discounts, adoption assistance, and tuition reimbursement.

Join Our Team

Discover the opportunities waiting for you at Wells Fargo by exploring open positions that match your skills and interests. We are continuously hiring and looking for individuals who bring creativity, passion, and a drive to serve our customers.

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Networking and Innovation

At Wells Fargo, networking and innovation go hand in hand. We encourage our employees to connect across departments and roles to foster new ideas and strategies that lead to groundbreaking solutions.

Empower Your Career

Step into a role at Wells Fargo where your skills will be honed, your achievements recognized, and your career can flourish. We're not just filling positions; we're building leaders who are equipped to navigate the complexities of the financial world. Join Wells Fargo today and be part of a team that’s redefining the future of banking.
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246,577 employees
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1852
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