Wells Fargo is seeking an experienced Operations Senior Manager to lead the collections process, providing strategic direction, operational oversight, and leadership to ensure exceptional performance and regulatory compliance.
In this role, you will:
- Manage and develop teams of individual contributors and managers in roles with moderate work complexity and risk in the Operations functional area
- Work with more experienced management to develop and execute business strategies
- Identify and recommend opportunities for process improvement and risk control development within the Operations functional area
- Develop and implement business unit strategies
- Provide expertise for technical, operational and processing functions related to business unit
- Determine appropriate strategy and actions of Operation management functional team to meet moderate to high risk deliverables
- Interpret and develop policies and procedures for functions with moderate complexity within scope of responsibility across business lines or functional areas
- Collaborate and influence all levels of professionals including more experienced managers
- Lead team to achieve objectives
- Engage and influence stakeholders, internal partners and peers associated with the function or affected by its outcomes
- Manage allocation of people and financial resources for Operations
- Develop and guide a culture of talent development to meet business objectives and strategy
- 7+ years of Operations experience, or equivalent demonstrated through one or a combination of the following: work experience, training, military experience, education
- 3+ years of management or leadership experience
- Proven expertise in collections strategy, operational excellence, risk management, and regulatory compliance.
- Demonstrated ability to develop and execute operational strategies that improve performance, productivity, and customer outcomes.
- Experience managing and developing high-performing teams, including managers and frontline leaders.
- Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to leverage data and metrics to drive decision-making.
- Strong stakeholder management skills with the ability to influence and collaborate across business functions and senior leadership levels.
- Flexibility to work U.S. hours and other shifts as required to meet business objectives
- Must be willing to work in office at the location posted
30 Jul 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.
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Skills Required
- 7+ years of Operations experience or equivalent
- 3+ years of management or leadership experience
- Willingness to work in office at the posted location
- Flexibility to work U.S. hours and other shifts as required
- Proven expertise in collections strategy, operational excellence, risk management, and regulatory compliance
- Demonstrated ability to develop and execute operational strategies that improve performance and customer outcomes
- Experience managing and developing high-performing teams, including managers and frontline leaders
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, ability to leverage data and metrics to drive decisions
- Strong stakeholder management and influence across business functions and senior leadership
Wells Fargo Compensation & Benefits Highlights
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Healthcare Strength — Health coverage begins on day 1 with medical, dental, and vision, and includes mental health, prescription drugs, and preventive care often covered at 100% in-network. Well-being resources such as 24-hour clinical support and an Employee Assistance Program add to the breadth.
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Parental & Family Support — Paid parental leave provides up to 16 weeks for a primary caregiver (4 weeks for non-primary) alongside fertility benefits and up to a $35,000 lifetime reimbursement for adoption, surrogacy, and donor expenses. Backup child and adult care further supports family needs.
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Retirement Support — Retirement benefits feature a 401(k) with company matching contributions up to 6% of eligible pay. An employee stock purchase plan adds another avenue for long-term savings.
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