CSBB - Lead Operational Risk Officer at Wells Fargo

Bengaluru, karnataka, India -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

15 Feb, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

17 Nov, 25

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Operational Risk, Risk Management, Analytical Skills, Data Analysis, Microsoft Office, Team Collaboration, Problem Solving, Training Development, Risk Assessment, Compliance, Project Leadership, Consulting, Change Management, Business Analysis, Communication Skills, Visualization Tools

Industry

Financial Services

Description

About this role: Wells Fargo is seeking a Lead Operational Risk Officer In this role, you will: Develop, implement, and monitor risk-based programs to identify, assess, and mitigate any operational risk that arises from inadequate or failed internal processes, people, systems, or external events Maintain a balance between risk mitigation and operational efficiency Evaluate the adequacy and effectiveness of policies, procedures, processes, systems, and internal controls Analyze extremely complex business and system changes to determine impact, identify operational risk issues and participate in the development of risk ratings Provide operational risk expertise and consulting to complex business units for initiatives with high risk, generally spanning multiple business lines Design and develop the most complex testing strategies, methodologies and analyses Consult with the business to develop corrective action plans and effectively manage change Identify training opportunities Design and coordinate the development of training materials and coordinate or deliver training Report findings and develop business cases to influence executive management, management committee member or head of business on the need for controls to mitigate risk Collaborate and consult with peers, colleagues, and managers to resolve issues and achieve goals Lead project or virtual teams and mentor less experienced staff Required Qualifications: 5+ years of Operational Risk experience, or equivalent demonstrated through one or a combination of the following: work experience, training, military experience, education Desired Qualifications: · 5+ years of experience in Risk & Compliance, operational risk management (includes Consumer & Small Business Banking Risk or audit, or the management of a process or business with accountability for compliance or operational risk), or a combination of both; of which 5+ years in Consumer & Small Business Banking Operational Risk management. Strong analytical skills with high attention to detail and accuracy, and ability to draw conclusions and translate findings from complex data Experience gathering, analyzing and interpreting large datasets Ability to execute in a fast paced, high demand environment while prioritizing work and balancing multiple priorities Advanced Microsoft Office skills (Outlook, Excel, Word, PowerPoint and SharePoint) and ability to get started in using AI tools like Co-pilot etc. Ability to work effectively in a team environment and across all organization levels, where flexibility, collaboration and adaptability are important Ability to exercise independent judgement and creative problem-solving techniques IORA reporting and Insights. Knowledge and understanding of Consumer & Small Business in US Banking world Experience with Risk Appetite Metric and Key Indicator programs Experience with Risk Control Self-Assessment (RCSA) process Experience with Operational Risk Event (ORE) assessment process Experience with Enterprise Risk Identification (ERID) assessment process Experience with Tableau and other visualization tools, with the ability to incorporate a visual data story into an actionable narrative for executive audience Knowledge of SHRP and other risk systems Background in establishing and managing training programs Ability to review and develop work plans and effectively summarize results. Job Expectations: Shift timings: 1:30 PM to 10:30 PM. Industry certifications such as CPA, CIA, CA preferred. Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills. · Develop, implement, and monitor risk-based programs to identify, assess, and mitigate any operational risk that arises from inadequate or failed internal processes, people, systems, or external events · Maintain a balance between risk mitigation and operational efficiency · Evaluate the adequacy and effectiveness of policies, procedures, processes, systems, and internal controls · Analyze extremely complex business and system changes to determine impact, identify operational risk issues and participate in the development of risk ratings · Provide operational risk expertise and consulting to complex business units for initiatives with high risk, generally spanning multiple business lines · Design and develop the most complex testing strategies, methodologies and analysis. · Consult with the business to develop corrective action plans and effectively manage change. · Identify training opportunities. · Design and coordinate the development of training materials and coordinate or deliver training. · Report findings and develop business cases to influence executive. management, management committee member or head of business on the need for controls to mitigate risk. · Collaborate and consult with peers, colleagues, and managers to resolve issues and achieve goals. · Lead project or virtual teams and mentor less experienced staff. Posting End Date: 19 Nov 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. 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 $1.9 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. 34 on Fortune’s 2024 rankings of America’s largest corporations. In the communities we serve, the company focuses its social impact on building a sustainable, inclusive future for all by supporting housing affordability, small business growth, financial health, and a low-carbon economy. News, insights, and perspectives from Wells Fargo are also available at Wells Fargo Stories. Additional information may be found at www.wellsfargo.com LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/wellsfargo For questions on how to search and apply, visit our frequently asked questions.

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Responsibilities

The Lead Operational Risk Officer will develop, implement, and monitor risk-based programs to identify and mitigate operational risks. This role involves evaluating policies and controls, providing expertise to business units, and leading training initiatives.