Business Accountability Specialist

Wells Fargo & Company•Minneapolis, MN

1d•$60,000 - $100,000•Hybrid

About The Position

Wells Fargo is seeking a Business Accountability Specialist to join the Consumer Banking & Lending BSA/AML Operations team. The CBL BSA/AML Operations team provides front‑line risk management execution and operational oversight in support of all Consumer Lending business lines. This role will directly support the BSA/AML and Sanctions Program within Consumer Lending products by executing day‑to-day operational activities that ensure regulatory and policy requirements are consistently met. The role is focused on coordinating, tracking, and maintaining key program activities that support sanctions and financial crimes governance across Consumer Lending. The Business Accountability Specialist will partner with Consumer Banking & Lending stakeholders, subject matter experts (SMEs), Responsibilities include managing operational workflows, monitoring and documenting program activities, coordinating responses, ensuring timely completion of required actions, and supporting governance routines and control execution. Are you looking for more? Find it here. At Wells Fargo, we believe that a meaningful career is much more than just a job. It’s about finding all the elements that help you thrive, in one place. #LivingTheWellLife means you’re supported in life, not just work. It means having a competitive salary, a robust benefits package, and programs to support your work-life balance and well-being. It means being rewarded for investing in your community, celebrated for being your authentic self, and empowered to grow. And we’re recognized for it! Wells Fargo ranked in the top three on the 2024 LinkedIn Top Companies List of best workplaces “to grow your career” in the U.S. Learn more about the career areas and business divisions at wellsfargojobs.com. In this role, you will: Participate in research, assessment, and documentation of matters relating to the business’ policy and regulatory adherence, risk mitigation, or control efforts; identify patterns and trends and looks for opportunities for procedural or control improvements within area of focus Conduct assessments and analysis of basic business or operational outcomes, systems of record, technical assignments, documentation, procedures, or challenges that require research, evaluation, and selection of alternatives; exercise independent judgment to guide completion of medium risk deliverables Present concise and well-articulated findings and recommendations, including rationale, to facilitate resolution of identified matters; exercise independent judgment while developing expertise in the risk mitigation or control activities of the business Engage in additional research and studies to enhance regulatory knowledge Collaborate and consult with colleagues, internal partners, and other business stakeholders to provide feedback, credibly challenge issues, and calibrate, as needed, to ensure alignment, consistency, and accuracy across groups Participate in cross-organizational or internal operational initiatives and improvement efforts

Requirements

2+ years of risk management, business controls, quality assurance, business operations, compliance, or process experience, or equivalent demonstrated through one or a combination of the following: work experience, training, military experience, education

Nice To Haves

Experience with Sanctions Screening Operations
Experience Working knowledge of the Consumer Lending (CSBB, Auto, Home Lending, Personal Lines & Loans, Merchant Services) products
1 + years of experience in financial crimes risks and proven ability to develop best practices
Experience in financial crimes compliance, fraud, risk management, auditing, or a related job function
Ability to take initiative and work independently with minimal supervision in a structured environment
Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills
Strong analytical skills with high attention to detail and accuracy
Ability to engage, influence, and collaborate with a wide range of stakeholders to deliver results
Ability to draft and present to senior management in a clear and concise manner in written and oral form
Ability to exercise sound judgment, demonstrate professionalism, and proactively escalate issues along with recommendations for successful resolution
Effective organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple and sometimes competing priorities
Experience identifying and driving process improvements in a complex banking environment
Experience working with the Bank's compliance and operational policies and procedures, and with corporate Operational Risk Platform tools such as SHRP
Professional certifications or knowledge of such as BSA/AML Credentials, CAMS
Advanced Microsoft Office skills

Responsibilities

Participate in research, assessment, and documentation of matters relating to the business’ policy and regulatory adherence, risk mitigation, or control efforts; identify patterns and trends and looks for opportunities for procedural or control improvements within area of focus
Conduct assessments and analysis of basic business or operational outcomes, systems of record, technical assignments, documentation, procedures, or challenges that require research, evaluation, and selection of alternatives; exercise independent judgment to guide completion of medium risk deliverables
Present concise and well-articulated findings and recommendations, including rationale, to facilitate resolution of identified matters; exercise independent judgment while developing expertise in the risk mitigation or control activities of the business
Engage in additional research and studies to enhance regulatory knowledge
Collaborate and consult with colleagues, internal partners, and other business stakeholders to provide feedback, credibly challenge issues, and calibrate, as needed, to ensure alignment, consistency, and accuracy across groups
Participate in cross-organizational or internal operational initiatives and improvement efforts