Lead Business Execution Consultant- Home Lending Data Strategy & Governance

Wells Fargo Bank•Irving, TX

2d•$119,000 - $206,000•Hybrid

About The Position

About this role: Wells Fargo is seeking a Lead Business Execution Consultant- Home Lending Data Strategy & Governance professional to lead complex, cross‑functional initiatives that drive strategic priorities, operational excellence, and risk‑aware execution. In this role, you will partner closely with business leaders and support functions to plan, assess, and deliver programs that improve performance, enhance controls, and ensure regulatory and policy alignment. The ideal candidate brings a strong blend of strategic thinking, execution discipline, and influence, with the ability to navigate ambiguity, analyze complex business issues, and guide teams toward effective solutions. This role requires proven leadership, deep understanding of risk and governance frameworks, and the ability to collaborate across a diverse stakeholder landscape to achieve measurable results. Learn more about our career areas and lines of business at wellsfargojobs.com . In this role, you will: Lead cross functional teams to strategize, plan, and execute a variety of programs, services and initiatives Drive accountability for assigned initiatives, limit risk exposure, and create efficiencies as appropriate Review strategic approaches and effectiveness of support function and business performance Perform assessments through fact finding and data requiring creative approaches to solving complex issues, and develop appropriate solutions or recommendations Make decisions in highly complex and multifaceted situations requiring solid understanding of business group's functional area or products, facilitate decision making and issue resolution, and support implementation of developed solutions and plans Collaborate and consult with members of the Business Execution team and team leaders to drive strategic initiatives Influence, guide and lead less experienced Strategy and Execution staff within the group

Requirements

5+ years of Business Execution, Implementation, or Strategic Planning experience, or equivalent demonstrated through one or a combination of the following: work experience, training, military experience, education
5 yrs of Experience in Program Management, Data Governance, Risk Management or equivalent demonstrated through one or a combination of the following: work experience, training, military experience, education

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of and experience with key Home Lending applications: MSP, LO SHAW, CORE, CMIE
Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills
Ability to navigate through ambiguity and maintain momentum which drive toward results and clarity in uncertain situations
Working knowledge of the audit life cycle, standards, practices and testing strategies
Knowledge of third-party risk management and regulatory compliance; understanding of operational oversight for third party execution and third-party regulations
Knowledge of enterprise risk management framework concepts, including risk identification, risk appetite and strategy, risk related decisions, processes and controls, risk analytics and governance.
Familiarity with formal project and change management processes, particularly Agile and similar methodologies
Proven leadership capabilities, including relationship‑building, influencing, negotiation, and stakeholder management across senior leadership
Strong analytical skills with attention to detail and the ability to synthesize data into clear insights and recommendations
Ability to quickly understand complex business issues, propose solutions, and drive resolution
Effective facilitation skills, including leading discussions, aligning stakeholders, and brokering consensus across differing priorities
Ability to manage diverse relationships and foster collaborative team dynamic with Risk Management, Data Governance, and other key stakeholders at all levels of the organization
Advanced Proficiency Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook and PowerPoint)
Proficient with delivering against: RCSA Policy Data Management Policy and Procedures Regulatory Reporting Governance & Oversight Policy Records and Information Management Policy Information Security Identity and Access Management Domain Policy

Responsibilities

Lead cross functional teams to strategize, plan, and execute a variety of programs, services and initiatives
Drive accountability for assigned initiatives, limit risk exposure, and create efficiencies as appropriate
Review strategic approaches and effectiveness of support function and business performance
Perform assessments through fact finding and data requiring creative approaches to solving complex issues, and develop appropriate solutions or recommendations
Make decisions in highly complex and multifaceted situations requiring solid understanding of business group's functional area or products, facilitate decision making and issue resolution, and support implementation of developed solutions and plans
Collaborate and consult with members of the Business Execution team and team leaders to drive strategic initiatives
Influence, guide and lead less experienced Strategy and Execution staff within the group