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The Role
Supports business execution and third-party risk management by conducting due diligence, assessing operational and technology risks, documenting findings, coordinating stakeholders, monitoring remediation, and recommending process improvements. The role interprets policies, challenges inadequate controls, tracks metrics and exceptions, escalates material issues, and provides actionable guidance to business, legal, compliance, technology, security, and sourcing partners.
Summary Generated by Built In
About this role:
Wells Fargo is seeking a Business Execution Consultant.
In this role, you will:
Required Qualifications:
Desired Qualifications:
Job Expectations:
Posting End Date:
3 Nov 2026
*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.
Candidates applying to job openings posted in Canada: Applications for employment are encouraged from all qualified candidates, including women, persons with disabilities, aboriginal peoples and visible minorities. Accommodation for applicants with disabilities is available upon request in connection with the recruitment process.
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.
Wells Fargo is seeking a Business Execution Consultant.
In this role, you will:
- Participate in a variety of assigned and ongoing business operations to ensure success in meeting business goals and objectives
- Identify opportunities for process improvement by conducting root cause testing of all compliance and business metrics
- Determine areas of strength or Business Execution opportunity within defined scope of work
- Review and research strategies and action plans to establish effective processes while meeting performance metrics and policy expectations
- Utilize independent judgment to guide moderate risk deliverables
- Present recommendations to develop, implement, and monitor strategic approaches, effectiveness of support function, and business performance improvement opportunities for managing risks of the business
- Exercise independent judgment and provide guidance in diverse support functions and operations for a single business group within a line of business
- Collaborate and consult with leaders and executive management
- Provide work direction to less experienced Strategy and Execution staff
Required Qualifications:
- 2+ 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
Desired Qualifications:
- Possess strong knowledge of banking products and services across key lines of business, including Consumer Lending, Commercial Banking, Wealth & Investment Banking, Trade Finance, and Capital Markets.
- Manage third-party due diligence activities across the relationship lifecycle, including planning and intake, onboarding, risk assessment, contracting, ongoing monitoring, change events, renewal, and termination.
Job Expectations:
- Assess and document the business rationale for engaging a third party, including the nature, scope, criticality, data access, technology dependency, regulatory considerations, and inherent risks associated with the proposed service.
- Apply in-depth knowledge of third-party risk management principles to identify, assess, document, escalate, and support the mitigation of risks related to cybersecurity, information security, data privacy, operational resilience, business continuity, regulatory compliance, financial viability, subcontractor use, concentration, and reputational exposure.
- Evaluate different service types, delivery models, engagement structures, and third-party dependencies to determine applicable due diligence requirements, risk domains, control expectations, and level of ongoing oversight.
- Partner with business stakeholders to gather complete and accurate information regarding the service, data flows, system access, locations, subcontractors, critical processes, and intended use of the third party.
- Review submitted documentation and stakeholder responses for completeness, consistency, and accuracy; identify information gaps; obtain clarifications; and ensure due diligence records are maintained in the designated system with a clear audit trail.
- Coordinate with Lines of Business, Risk Partners, Legal, Compliance, Technology, Information Security, Sourcing, and other subject matter experts to resolve questions, address control gaps, and support timely completion of risk evaluations.
- Serve as a subject matter expert for new and existing third-party relationships by interpreting policy requirements, identifying material risks, advising stakeholders on required actions, and supporting risk-based decisions.
- Translate complex risk, policy, and control requirements into clear, practical, and actionable guidance for business stakeholders, enabling them to understand their responsibilities and meet established requirements.
- Exercise independent judgment and effective challenge when business responses, proposed controls, risk acceptance decisions, or supporting evidence do not adequately address identified exposure or policy expectations.
- Provide timely interim updates, escalation communications, final assessment outcomes, and recommended next steps to relevant stakeholders, ensuring transparency regarding open issues, dependencies, and potential delays.
- Monitor remediation plans, control gaps, exceptions, and outstanding actions through closure; escalate overdue or material items in accordance with governance and risk-management requirements.
- Identify areas of operational strength and opportunities to improve business execution, workflow discipline, documentation quality, stakeholder experience, cycle time, control effectiveness, and adherence to service-level expectations.
- Research, develop, and recommend process improvements, action plans, standard procedures, controls, reporting mechanisms, and strategic approaches that improve the effectiveness and scalability of the third-party risk management program.
- Track performance against established metrics and policy requirements, analyze trends and recurring issues, and present clear recommendations to management for strengthening risk governance and business performance.
- Maintain current knowledge of enterprise third-party risk management policies, standards, procedures, regulatory expectations, and industry practices, and apply that knowledge consistently across assigned engagements.
- Assess third-party technology, cloud, software-as-a-service, and artificial intelligence use cases in coordination with relevant specialists, considering factors such as data handling, access controls, model governance, human oversight, transparency, resilience, subcontractor dependencies, and compliance with technology and vendor-management requirements.
- Support an accountable, collaborative, and risk-aware culture by managing multiple priorities, meeting committed timelines, maintaining high-quality documentation, and communicating professionally with stakeholders at all levels.
Posting End Date:
3 Nov 2026
*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.
Candidates applying to job openings posted in Canada: Applications for employment are encouraged from all qualified candidates, including women, persons with disabilities, aboriginal peoples and visible minorities. Accommodation for applicants with disabilities is available upon request in connection with the recruitment process.
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.
Skills Required
- 2+ years of Business Execution, Implementation, or Strategic Planning experience, or equivalent experience, training, military experience, or education
- Strong knowledge of banking products and services across Consumer Lending, Commercial Banking, Wealth and Investment Banking, Trade Finance, and Capital Markets
- Experience managing third-party due diligence activities across the relationship lifecycle
Wells Fargo Compensation & Benefits Highlights
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Healthcare Strength — Health coverage beginning on day one for eligible employees, with medical, dental, vision, mental-health, and prescription benefits, is prominently described. This breadth and immediacy support a strong overall benefits foundation.
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Retirement Support — A dollar-for-dollar 401(k) match on employee contributions up to 6% for eligible employees is emphasized as a core advantage. This reliable employer contribution meaningfully enhances total compensation.
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Parental & Family Support — Paid parental leave of up to 16 weeks for primary caregivers, plus fertility, adoption, and surrogacy reimbursement, stands out. These programs indicate substantial support for family-building and caregiving needs.
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Wells Fargo & Company (NYSE: WFC) is a leading financial services company that has approximately $2.2 trillion in assets. We provide a diversified set of banking, investment and mortgage products and services, as well as consumer and commercial finance, through our four reportable operating segments: Consumer Banking and Lending, Commercial Banking, Corporate and Investment Banking, and Wealth & Investment Management. Wells Fargo ranked No. 33 on Fortune’s 2025 rankings of America’s largest corporations. Our technology professionals drive innovation, information security, and big data analytics while maintaining a network that handles more than 12 billion customer interactions a year. Join us! Are you looking for more? Find it here. At Wells Fargo, we're more than a financial services leader – we’re a global trailblazer committed to driving innovation, empowering communities, and helping our customers succeed. We believe that a meaningful career is much more than just a job – it’s about finding all of the elements to help you thrive, in one place. Living the Well Life means you’re supported in life, not just work. It means having robust benefits, competitive compensation, and programs designed to help you find work-life balance and well-being. You’ll be rewarded for investing in your community, celebrated for being your authentic self, and empowered to grow. And we’re recognized for it — Wells Fargo continues to rank on the LinkedIn Top Companies lists of best workplaces “to grow your career.” 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. © 2026 Wells Fargo Bank, N.A. All rights reserved. Member FDIC.
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