Head of Strategy, Banking

Wells Fargo•New York, NY

3d•$185,000 - $300,000

About The Position

Wells Fargo Corporate & Investment Banking delivers a comprehensive suite of capital markets, banking, and financial products and services. A trusted partner to our clients, we provide corporate and transactional banking, commercial real estate lending and servicing, investment banking, equity and fixed income solutions including sales, trading, and research capabilities to corporate, commercial real estate, government, and institutional clients across the globe. About this role: Wells Fargo is seeking The Head of Strategy, Banking (Strategy & Planning Director) in CIB as part of the CIB Strategy team to lead a team of highly consultative professionals. This leader will work directly with the Banking leadership team in the identification and development of business innovation, and market opportunities for Corporate & Investment Banking. The Head of Strategy for Banking will support the development and implementation of strategic plans, driving the business transformation agenda. This leader will report to the Head of Strategy of CIB. In this role, you will: Provide Strategic Leadership: Set the strategic direction for Banking initiatives, ensuring alignment with enterprise objectives such as growth, risk management, and client experience Drive Business Insights: Stay current on market trends, regulatory changes, and business initiatives; communicate analysis and strategic solutions clearly to stakeholders at all levels Product & Channel Expertise: Apply deep knowledge of Banking models and product/channel management to influence business strategies and execution roadmaps Oversight & Governance: Deliver oversight and guidance to ensure objectives are achieved, including risk control development and process improvement Lead Through Influence: Manage effectively in a matrixed organization, collaborating across business, operational, and functional areas to drive outcomes Financial Leadership: Leverage expertise in financials to identify opportunities for innovation and efficiency Talent Development: Support, build and develop high-performing teams, fostering a culture of accountability, urgency, and results Resource Management: Allocate people and financial resources strategically to support planning and execution priorities Partnership Building: Partner closely with CIB & business leaders, finance, HR, and other enterprise functions to ensure Banking integrated strategies

Requirements

8+ years of Strategy and Planning experience or equivalent experience demonstrated through one or a combination of the following: work experience, training, military experience, education
6 + years of Corporate & Investment Banking experience
4+ years of management or leadership experience

Nice To Haves

Experience leading strategy for high-growth businesses and driving transformative change
Skilled in leading and executing change through influence, fostering collaboration across diverse teams
Demonstrated ability to quantify operational effectiveness and implement strategies that improve business performance and operational efficiency
Transformative leader leveraging technology and tools to accelerate business outcomes and maximize efficiency
Strong change leadership skills with the ability to guide organizations through complex transitions
Disciplined operational thinker adept at managing within complex risk environments
Proven ability to instill a culture of accountability and deliver measurable results across teams and business units
Exceptional problem-solving and analytical skills with a track record of converting insights into actionable plans
Advanced relationship-building, partnering, and negotiation skills with the ability to influence and gain buy-in from executive leadership and key stakeholders
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including experience presenting to senior management and articulating complex concepts clearly across audiences and levels
Leadership experience in initiatives requiring integration of multiple technology systems, operations, and customer service processes
Successfully completed FINRA Series 79/24 or FINRA recognized equivalents

Responsibilities

Provide Strategic Leadership: Set the strategic direction for Banking initiatives, ensuring alignment with enterprise objectives such as growth, risk management, and client experience
Drive Business Insights: Stay current on market trends, regulatory changes, and business initiatives; communicate analysis and strategic solutions clearly to stakeholders at all levels
Product & Channel Expertise: Apply deep knowledge of Banking models and product/channel management to influence business strategies and execution roadmaps
Oversight & Governance: Deliver oversight and guidance to ensure objectives are achieved, including risk control development and process improvement
Lead Through Influence: Manage effectively in a matrixed organization, collaborating across business, operational, and functional areas to drive outcomes
Financial Leadership: Leverage expertise in financials to identify opportunities for innovation and efficiency
Talent Development: Support, build and develop high-performing teams, fostering a culture of accountability, urgency, and results
Resource Management: Allocate people and financial resources strategically to support planning and execution priorities
Partnership Building: Partner closely with CIB & business leaders, finance, HR, and other enterprise functions to ensure Banking integrated strategies