Due Diligence Senior Manager-Head of HRCM Risk Reviews & Approvals

About this role:
Wells Fargo is seeking a Due Diligence Senior Manager within Financial Crimes Operations to lead the Risk Review and Approval Program for Higher Risk Customer Manager, responsible for critical review and approval of enhanced and customized due diligence throughout Wells Fargo inclusive of trigger-based risk assessments, relationship level risk evaluations, and evaluations of customers and associated parties identified as presenting an elevated financial crimes risk. The role is critical in ensuring we are appropriately identifying and managing financial crimes risk in support of the holistic financial crimes program.
The role will develop to risk approval program and lead a large team of individual contributors and manager to align to the objective of independent evaluation of defined draft assessments ensuring the risk is appropriately identified and managed through acceptable risk mitigation activities in alignment with the financial crimes risk appetite within the organization.
In this role, you will:

• Develop and implement the holistic Risk Review and Approval Program, inclusive of the workflow, standardized approach, development of subject matter experts, and implementation of a formalized feedback loop to leadership on areas of enhancement within their respective programs
• Provide expertise, guidance and leadership oversight for the program, inclusive of knowledge of the programs, processes and appropriate risk decisions.
• Develop and implement transformational changes within the existing infrastructure, developing succinct programs that are effective in risk evaluation while implementing operational efficiencies while adhering to existing regulations, policies and industry standard.
• Lead a large team by making strategic decisions to resolve highly complex issues related to higher risk deliverables; interpret and develop range of policies and procedures for functions with moderate to high complexity and risk
• Effectively manage interactions with Wells Fargo business partners, senior leaders, Independent Risk Management and Legal
• Develop and guide a culture of talent development to meet organization's objectives and strategy

Locations: 141278-NC-CIC Customer Information Center; 107935-MN-550 Wells Fargo, Minneapolis; 150496-IA-West Des Moines Campus
*Relocation assistance is not available for this position
Required Qualifications:

• 6+ years of Due Diligence experience, or equivalent (including risk management, client service, operations support, or business process management) demonstrated through one or a combination of the following: work experience, training, military experience, education
• 3+ years of management or leadership experience

Desired Qualifications:

• 5+ years of Bank Secrecy Act/Anti-money Laundering (BSA/AML) experience
• Experience with RCSA, risk/control identification and assessment, and enterprise risk frameworks
• Knowledge and understanding of internal controls and internal control policy
• Previous experience developing and implementing net new financial crimes operational programs
• Exposure to due diligence activities on a multitude of client types, including individuals, commercial entities, third party service providers, and Politically Exposed Persons
• Experience driving oversight of cross-functional programs in fast-paced, complex, and dynamic environments
• Experience building and developing quality programs, inclusive of reporting, process, and procedures execution
• Management consulting experience with a top tier firm, and/or significant experience designing and leading cross-enterprise programs, products, or strategies
• Experience working closely with senior and executive leadership
• Strong experience leading issues management and risk assessments functions, with proven ability to delivery on critical deadlines

Job Expectations:

• Job will require travel up to 20% of the time
• Hybrid work schedule

Visa sponsorship is not available for this position
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.
$159,000.00 - $279,000.00
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:
13 Sep 2025
* 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.
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