Senior Lead Operational Risk Officer - Chief Operating Office Risk Oversight (COORO)
About the position Wells Fargo is seeking a Senior Lead Operational Risk Officer as part of the Chief Operating Office Risk Oversight (COORO) team. Operational Risk is the risk resulting from inadequate or failed internal controls, processes, people, and systems or from external events. Operational Risk Management (ORM) upholds the integrity of the Risk Management Framework (RMF) by independently overseeing operational risk management across the company, enabling Wells Fargo to meet its strategic goals, and providing a comprehensive view of operational risk. Responsibilities • Provide companywide oversight and governance of an integrated operational risk program or initiative • Develop and drive innovative operational risk approaches and solutions companywide through an influence model • Identify potential business operational risks • Constructively and independently challenge existing risk management fundamentals or assumptions and develop alternative approaches and solutions • Evaluate long term implications and consequences of strategic business decisions and recommend appropriate alternatives for risk management • Lead implementation of complex initiatives with high risk, generally spanning multiple business lines • Consult to the business on corrective action plans and effectively managing change • Influence and negotiate with executive management and business heads as high-level stakeholders both within and outside Wells Fargo • Lead initiatives and virtual teams across the organization to deliver companywide business risk management transformations • Collaborate and consult with peers, colleagues, and managers to resolve issues and achieve goals • Lead project or virtual teams and mentor less experienced staff Requirements • 7+ years of Operational Risk experience, or equivalent demonstrated through one or a combination of the following: work experience, training, military experience, education Nice-to-haves • Demonstrated experience and/or understanding of Chief Operating Office • Advanced level communication, relationship building, and influencing skills • Experience in developing, delivering, and presenting materials to senior management • Strong critical thinking skills, consistent attention to detail, and ability to meet deadlines with competing priorities • Proven expertise in project management • Outstanding organizational, multi-tasking, and prioritizing skills • Strong verbal and written communication skills • Advanced proficiency in MS Word, Excel, and PowerPoint 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 Apply tot his job