Senior Lead Operational Risk Officer – Operational Risk Management
Wells Fargo
full-time
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Location Type: Hybrid
Location: Charlotte • Arizona • Minnesota • United States
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Salary
💰 $159,000 - $254,000 per year
Job Level
About the role
- Develop and implement a coverage model for digital currency across Operational Risk and Compliance, in alignment with the product model
- Provide second-line oversight and guidance for operational risks and compliance related to digital assets and related emerging technologies.
- Partner with and influence WIM and CIB leadership in the evaluation of new products and services involving digital currency, ensuring alignment with regulatory expectations and internal risk frameworks.
- Act as a trusted advisor and subject matter expert on digital asset clearing, custody, and related operational risk issues.
- Drive knowledge expansion and capability building across second-line teams in WIM and CIB regarding digital assets and associated risks.
- Collaborate with internal stakeholders to develop risk policies, standards, and procedures for digital currency activities.
- Monitor regulatory developments and industry trends to anticipate emerging risks and advise on proactive risk mitigation strategies.
- Support risk assessments, issue management, and governance reporting for digital currency initiatives.
Requirements
- 7+ years of Operational Risk experience, or equivalent demonstrated through one or a combination of the following: work experience, training, military experience, education.
- Direct experience in digital currency clearing and/or custody, preferably within a regulated financial institution.
- Deep understanding of operational risk frameworks, compliance requirements, and regulatory expectations for digital assets.
- Proven ability to influence and provide authoritative guidance across multiple lines of defense.
- Strong collaboration skills with experience working across risk, compliance, and business teams.
- Advanced knowledge of digital asset ecosystems, blockchain technology, and emerging financial technologies.
- Experience with Wealth and Investment Management and Corporate and Investment Banking products and services.
- Exceptional communication and presentation skills, with the ability to translate complex concepts into actionable guidance for senior stakeholders.
- Deep understanding of three lines of defense with direct experience with audit processes and principles.
- U.S. securities licensing preferably supervisory licensing.
Benefits
- Health benefits
- 401(k) Plan
- Paid time off
- Disability benefits
- Life insurance, critical illness insurance, and accident insurance
- Parental leave
- Critical caregiving leave
- Discounts and savings
- Commuter benefits
- Tuition reimbursement
- Scholarships for dependent children
- Adoption reimbursement
Applicant Tracking System Keywords
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Hard Skills & Tools
operational riskcompliancedigital currency clearingdigital asset custodyoperational risk frameworksregulatory complianceblockchain technologyfinancial technologiesrisk assessmentgovernance reporting
Soft Skills
influencingcollaborationcommunicationpresentationguidanceknowledge expansioncapability buildingtrusted advisorstakeholder engagementproblem-solving
Certifications
U.S. securities licensingsupervisory licensing