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.

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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

Required Qualifications:

• 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

Desired Qualifications:

• 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

Job Expectations:

• This position requires compliance with all mortgage regulatory requirements and Wells Fargo’s compliance policies related to these requirements. Successful candidates must also meet ongoing regulatory requirements including additional screening and required reporting of certain incidents.

• This position is not eligible for Visa sponsorship.

• This position offers a hybrid work schedule- willingness to work on-site at stated location on the job opening.

• Required location(s) listed below. Relocation assistance is not available for this position

Posting Locations:

• Charlotte, NC -550 S Tyron St

• Charlotte, NC -1525 W WT Haris Blvd

• Des Moines, IA-800 S Jordan Creek Pkwy

• Tempe, AZ-1150 W. Washington St

• Minneapolis, MN- 600 Wells Fargo

• Irving, TX 401 Los Colinas Blvd

• San Antonio, TX-4102 Wiseman Blvd

Posted Pay Range:

• Minneapolis, MN: $131,000 to $206,000 annually

• Other Locations: $119,000 to $187,000 annually

Pay Range

Reflected is the base pay range offered for this position. Pay may vary depending on factors including but not limited to demonstrated examples of prior performance, skills, experience, or work location. Employees may also be eligible for incentive opportunities.

Posting End Date:

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

We Value Equal Opportunity

Wells Fargo is an equal opportunity employer. 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.

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.

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.

Wells Fargo Recruitment and Hiring Requirements:

a. Third-Party recordings are prohibited unless authorized by Wells Fargo.

b. Wells Fargo requires you to directly represent your own experiences during the recruiting and hiring process.