Wells Fargo

Senior Lead Enterprise Risk Officer - Retail Services

Wells Fargo$125K — $150K *
Finance & Insurance
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 7+ years of experience in Risk Management or equivalent through work, training, military service, or education.
  • 5+ years of programming experience in Python/SAS/SQL for managing large datasets.
  • 5+ years of experience in statistical analysis and a good understanding of Machine Learning.
  • Deep understanding of risk frameworks, control mechanisms, and regulatory standards.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities, with excellent communication skills.

Responsibilities

  • Provide independent oversight and credible risk management guidance for unsecured products.
  • Advise senior leadership on enterprise risk and long-term business strategies.
  • Manage and execute complex risk and governance initiatives across functions.
  • Ensure compliance with Risk Management Framework and promote a strong risk culture.
  • Collaborate with leaders and stakeholders to resolve risk challenges and foster solutions.
  • Deliver insightful risk reporting to support executive decision-making.
  • Lead and develop teams, promoting collaboration and accountability.

Benefits

  • Opportunities for professional development and career advancement.
  • Supportive work environment that emphasizes collaboration and innovation.
  • Encouragement of diverse perspectives and high-performance standards.
  • Access to a culture of continuous improvement and integrity.
Full Job Description

In this role, you will:

  • Provide independent oversight, challenge, and credible risk management guidance across unsecured products and enterprise risk activities.
  • Serve as a trusted advisor to senior leadership by influencing enterprise risk, governance, reporting programs, strategic priorities, and long-term business objectives.
  • Oversee the development and execution of large-scale, complex, and cross-functional risk, governance, and reporting initiatives that require innovation, strategic thinking, and sound judgment.
  • Ensure adherence to the Risk Management Framework, company policies, regulatory expectations, and the Code of Conduct while promoting a strong risk culture.
  • Partner effectively with business leaders, Audit, Legal, regulators, and other stakeholders to address risk-related issues and drive sustainable solutions.
  • Deliver meaningful risk insights and reporting to executive management, committees, and the Board of Directors to support informed decision-making.
  • Provide vision, direction, and expertise on governance, policy implementation, enterprise initiatives, and organizational effectiveness.
  • Lead, mentor, and develop teams by fostering collaboration, sharing candid feedback, delivering training, and driving accountability for results.
  • Use data, analytics, and critical thinking to identify risks, solve complex problems, and develop actionable, long-term solutions.
  • Promote a culture of integrity, inclusion, respectful challenge, and continuous improvement while encouraging diverse perspectives and high-performance standards.
  • Demonstrate personal accountability, ownership, and urgency in delivering commitments, resolving issues, and simplifying processes while maintaining strong risk controls.
  • Influence and engage stakeholders at all levels of the organization to align priorities, execute strategic objectives, and drive enterprise-wide risk management outcomes.


Required Qualifications:


  • 7+ years of Risk Management experience (Compliance, Financial Crimes, Operational Risk, Audit, Legal, Credit Risk, Market Risk, IT Systems Security, Business Process Management) or equivalent demonstrated through one or a combination of the following: work experience, training, military experience, education

Desired Qualifications:


  • 5+ years of strong programing skills in Python/SAS/SQL with hands on experience handling large datasets
  • 5+ year of statistical analysis and good understanding of Machine Learning techniques
  • Experience in managing originations/account management decision engine strategies
  • Good understanding on P&L drivers for credit card/other unsecured lending products
  • Knowledge and understanding of databases and data mining techniques
  • Deep understanding of risk frameworks, controls, and regulatory expectations.
  • Ability to effectively challenge business decisions and influence senior leaders across the organization.
  • Strong capability to leverage data, identify emerging risks, and drive risk-informed decision making.
  • Proven track record with hands on experience in business analytics and strategy recommendation
  • Self-motivated with strong analytical and problem-solving skills
  • Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills


Posting Locations:

  • 550 S. Tryon Street - Charlotte, North Carolina
  • 401 Las Colinas Blvd W Bldg B Irving, Texas
  • 2200 Concord Pike, Wilmington, DE
  • 800 S Jordan Creek Pkwy, West Des Moines, IA


Job Expectations:

  • Required locations listed above. Relocation assistance is not available for this position.
  • This position is not eligible for VISA sponsorship

Specific compliance policies may apply regarding outside activities and/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.

Posting End Date:

27 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

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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.

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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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