Lead Audit Manager - Operational Risk

About this role:

Wells Fargo is seeking a Lead Audit Manager on the Operational Risk audit team. In this role, you will support audit's coverage of Wells Fargo's Operational Risk Management second line of defense function. This role will report directly to an Audit Management Senior Manager and will play an active role in supporting audit coverage for the firm's risk management transformation as well as coordinating audit coverage throughout the department.

In this role, you will:

• Lead execution of the integrated audit process

• Participate in audits in accordance with Wells Fargo Audit Services policy

• Demonstrate depth and breadth of knowledge and understanding across multiple businesses or develops knowledge in a critical subject matter area

• Demonstrate comprehensive knowledge and understanding of the financial, operational, technical, and regulatory environment across multiple businesses or develop excellent subject matter knowledge in critical areas of the business

• Write opinions reflecting relevant facts that lead to logical conclusions

• Escalate significant risks and loss exposures to appropriate levels of management

• Ensure documentation and reporting are ready for review by managers and more experienced managers

• Demonstrate credible challenge

• Evaluate and provide appropriate solutions for complex problems

• Lead multiple concurrent projects that are generally moderate to large in size and moderate to high in complexity

• Identify and assess key risks and controls and develop effective test plans for engagements as assigned with limited guidance

• Present audit results in an objective and unbiased manner

• Exhibit appropriate judgment regarding issue notification, issue draft findings to client management, and draft final audit reports

• Develop and maintain excellent business relationships within Internal Audit and with teams companywide

Required Qualifications, US:

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

Desired Qualifications:

• Experience at a financial institution or accounting firm

• Experience with executing and/or providing audit coverage of financial institutions risk and control identification and assessment programs such as RCSA

• A BS/BA degree or higher

• Solid knowledge and understanding of audit or risk methodologies and supporting tools

• Strong understanding of financial regulatory environment

• Certification in one or more of the following: CPA, CAMS, CRCM, CIA, CISA or Commissioned Bank Examiner designation

• Experience leading and providing feedback to staff on audit projects or engagements

• Experience with Issue Validation and Remediation

• Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills

• Experience conducting audits related to operational risk management

Job Expectations:

• Ability to travel up to 10% of the time

• This position is not eligible for Visa sponsorship

Pay Range

$111,100.00 - $197,500.00

Benefits

Wells Fargo provides all eligible full- and part-time employees with a comprehensive set of benefits designed to protect their physical and financial health and to help them make the most of their financial future. Visit Benefits - Wells Fargo Careers for an overview of the following benefit plans and programs offered to employees.

• 401(k) Plan

• Paid Time Off

• Parental Leave

• Critical Caregiving Leave

• Discounts and Savings

• Health Benefits

• Commuter Benefits

• Tuition Reimbursement

• Scholarships for dependent children

• Adoption Reimbursement

Posting End Date:

28 Mar 2024

• Job posting may come down early due to volume of applicants.

We Value Diversity

At Wells Fargo, we believe in diversity, equity and inclusion in the workplace; accordingly, we welcome applications for employment from all qualified candidates, regardless of race, color, gender, national origin, religion, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, individuals with disabilities, pregnancy, marital status, status as a protected veteran or any other status protected by applicable law.

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 US: 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.

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.