Head of Equity Optimization

Wells Fargo • Charlotte, NC

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Wells Fargo is seeking a Head of Equity Optimization to lead the Managed Solutions Portfolio Management function within the Wells Fargo Investment Institute (WFII), part of the Wealth & Investment Management (WIM) organization. This is a high visibility position ideal for a dynamic investment management leader with deep expertise in equity portfolio management, tax optimization, and investment governance, who can drive process innovation while developing high‑performing teams. This senior leadership role oversees equity and tax‑aware investment strategies, portfolio construction, risk frameworks, and technology‑enabled investment management for scalable, client‑focused solutions. Learn more about career opportunities at WellsFargoJobs.com. In this role, you will: Lead and set strategic direction for the Wealth Investment Portfolio Management team, addressing complex investment, risk, and operational challenges Be empowered to work with WIM leaders on valued projects across WIM Product, National Sales, Client Relationship Group, Finance and Technology organizations Oversee equity portfolio construction, tax‑aware investment strategies, and optimization methodologies across managed solutions Develop, interpret, and govern investment policies, procedures, and risk frameworks aligned with regulatory and fiduciary standards Identify opportunities for process improvement, scalability, and risk control enhancements Manage and develop multiple teams of investment managers and senior professionals, ensuring delivery of moderate‑to‑high complexity investment solutions Review portfolio performance, mentor investment talent, and drive ongoing professional development Collaborate cross‑functionally with product, research, technology, sales, and distribution partners Identify opportunities and strategies for process improvement and risk control development Manage allocation of people and financial resources to ensure commitments are met and align with strategic objectives in Wealth Investment Portfolio Management Foster a strong culture of talent development, accountability, and investment excellence

Requirements

• 10+ years of Wealth Investment Portfolio Management or leadership experience or equivalent experience demonstrated through one or a combination of the following: work experience, training, military experience, education
• 4+ years of management or leadership experience

Nice To Haves

• Proven transformational leadership experience within an investment management or asset management organization
• Demonstrated experience developing and promoting investment risk frameworks
• Ability to communicate effectively, in both written and verbal formats, with senior-level investment leaders
• Established ability to bridge communication and build effective partnership between product, research, and sales & support teams
• Tax Optimization investment and leadership experience
• Experience working with InvestCloud, BlackRock Aladdin, or similar technology
• FINRA registration including Series 65 (or FINRA recognized equivalent)
• Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) designation

Responsibilities

• Lead and set strategic direction for the Wealth Investment Portfolio Management team, addressing complex investment, risk, and operational challenges
• Be empowered to work with WIM leaders on valued projects across WIM Product, National Sales, Client Relationship Group, Finance and Technology organizations
• Oversee equity portfolio construction, tax‑aware investment strategies, and optimization methodologies across managed solutions
• Develop, interpret, and govern investment policies, procedures, and risk frameworks aligned with regulatory and fiduciary standards
• Identify opportunities for process improvement, scalability, and risk control enhancements
• Manage and develop multiple teams of investment managers and senior professionals, ensuring delivery of moderate‑to‑high complexity investment solutions
• Review portfolio performance, mentor investment talent, and drive ongoing professional development
• Collaborate cross‑functionally with product, research, technology, sales, and distribution partners
• Identify opportunities and strategies for process improvement and risk control development
• Manage allocation of people and financial resources to ensure commitments are met and align with strategic objectives in Wealth Investment Portfolio Management
• Foster a strong culture of talent development, accountability, and investment excellence

Benefits

• Equal opportunity employer
• 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.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees