Business Execution Manager at Wells Fargo

Bengaluru, karnataka, India -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

31 Aug, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

02 Jun, 26

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Business Execution, Strategic Planning, Leadership, Legal Documentation Management, Record Retention, Risk & Control Ownership, Client Onboarding, Contract Lifecycle Management, Regulatory Compliance, Stakeholder Management, Investment Banking Operations, Derivatives Documentation, Data Governance, Audit Readiness, Process Improvement, Change Management

Industry

Financial Services

Description

About this role: Wells Fargo is seeking a Business Execution Manager In this role, you will: Manage and develop complex teams handling multifaceted tasks and operations for a single business group within a line of business Engage business stakeholders in integrating or implementing business execution initiatives Identify and recommend opportunities for process improvement, redesign, change management initiatives, and risk control development Make decisions and resolve issues regarding operations of the team to meet business objectives Interpret and develop policies and procedures aligned with Wells Fargo's business line objectives Collaborate and consult with immediate colleagues and cross functional business partners Interact directly with executive management to influence, optimize, and negotiate on business operations related to Strategy and Execution Manage allocation of people and financial resources for Business Execution Mentor and guide talent development of direct reports and assist in hiring talent 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 2+ years Leadership experience Key Responsibilities: Individual functional responsibilities will include: 1. Agreements & Documentation Management Oversee end-to-end lifecycle of legal agreements from onboarding through archival and destruction. Ensure accurate capture and classification of key legal documents, including: ISDA / CSA agreements Prime Brokerage and Clearing Agreements Repo (GMRA) and Securities Lending (GMSLA) documentation Client onboarding legal packs and KYC-linked documentation Maintain robust metadata standards for document indexing and retrieval. 2. Record Retention & Governance Define and enforce record retention policies aligned to: Regulatory requirements (e.g., SEC, CFTC, EMIR, MiFID II, RBI where applicable) Internal legal, compliance, and audit mandates Ensure appropriate storage, retention schedules, archival, and defensible destruction of documents. Lead governance forums and ensure audit readiness (internal/external audits, regulator reviews). 3. Risk & Control Ownership Act as first line of defense control owner for documentation completeness and record integrity. Identify and mitigate risks related to: Missing or expired agreements Improper retention practices Data quality gaps in legal documentation systems Design and monitor KPIs/KRIs for documentation coverage and compliance. 4. Client Onboarding Enablement Partner with Client Onboarding, Legal, Compliance, and Sales teams to ensure timely availability of agreements for account activation. Support complex onboarding scenarios across OTC derivatives, securities financing, and listed products. Resolve documentation-related onboarding blockers and escalations. 5. Technology & Data Strategy Drive adoption of document management systems (DMS), contract lifecycle management (CLM) platforms, and digital workflows. Champion automation initiatives (e.g., OCR, AI tagging, smart clause extraction). Ensure alignment with enterprise data strategy and golden source of legal documentation. 6. Regulatory & Audit Engagement Interface with regulators, internal audit, and compliance teams on record retention and documentation practices. Provide evidence and documentation during regulatory inquiries, litigation support, or client disputes. Ensure compliance with evolving global regulatory expectations. 7. Leadership & Stakeholder Management Lead and develop a team of documentation specialists and operations managers. Manage global stakeholders across: Front Office (Sales & Trading) Legal & Compliance Operations & Technology Drive a culture of control, accountability, and continuous improvement. Desired Qualifications & Experience Education Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Law, Business, or related field MBA / LLM / professional certifications (preferred) Experience 5+years of experience in: Investment banking operations / markets onboarding Legal documentation / agreements management Securities services or capital markets operations Strong expertise in derivatives and securities financing documentation frameworks. Technical & Domain Expertise Deep understanding of: ISDA documentation and lifecycle Regulatory record retention requirements across jurisdictions Client onboarding processes in CIB Markets Experience with CLM / DMS tools (e.g., Icertis, DocuSign CLM, SharePoint, OpenText). Leadership Competencies Proven ability to lead global teams and drive transformation initiatives Strong risk and control mindset Excellent stakeholder management and influencing skills Preferred Skills Exposure to automation, data governance, or digital transformation initiatives Knowledge of audit frameworks (SOX, operational risk frameworks) Experience working in highly regulated environments Shift timing will be 9.00 AM to 6.00 PM EST Posting End Date: 7 Jun 2026 *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. Candidates applying to job openings posted in Canada: Applications for employment are encouraged from all qualified candidates, including women, persons with disabilities, aboriginal peoples and visible minorities. Accommodation for applicants with disabilities is available upon request in connection with the recruitment process. Applicants with Disabilities To request a medical accommodation during the application or interview process, visit Disability Inclusion at Wells Fargo. Drug and Alcohol Policy Wells Fargo maintains a drug free workplace. Please see our Drug and Alcohol Policy to learn more. Wells Fargo Recruitment and Hiring Requirements: a. Third-Party recordings are prohibited unless authorized by Wells Fargo. b. Wells Fargo requires you to directly represent your own experiences during the recruiting and hiring process. Wells Fargo & Company (NYSE: WFC) is a leading financial services company that has approximately $2.1 trillion in assets. We provide a diversified set of banking, investment and mortgage products and services, as well as consumer and commercial finance, through our four reportable operating segments: Consumer Banking and Lending, Commercial Banking, Corporate and Investment Banking, and Wealth & Investment Management. Wells Fargo ranked No. 33 on Fortune’s 2025 rankings of America’s largest corporations. News, insights, and perspectives from Wells Fargo are also available at Wells Fargo Stories. Additional information may be found at: wellsfargo.com wellsfargojobs.com For questions on how to search and apply, visit frequently asked questions.

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Responsibilities

Manage complex teams to oversee the end-to-end lifecycle of legal agreements and ensure regulatory record retention compliance. Drive technology adoption for document management and partner with cross-functional teams to enable efficient client onboarding.