About this role:
International Compliance provides independent compliance risk oversight for the lines of business and legal entities operating in the region and works proactively with the lines of business and other Independent Risk Management (IRM) and support functions to design and deliver effective compliance risk management strategies.
The International Senior Compliance Specialist will sit within the International Compliance Initiatives and Execution team under Legal Entity Compliance and play a key role in overseeing the Compliance Program Effectiveness Assessment, monitor/track the progress of International Compliance Planned Activities and Move The Line Activities, whilst also supporting the wider program elements and any other adhoc projects/initiatives as required. The specialist will look to help drive enhancements in existing processes, partnering with necessary Enterprise Compliance, Business and Function leads in the delivery of applicable strategic initiatives and/or remediation efforts.
(Note: In addition to these responsibilities, employee is required to carry out such other duties as may reasonably be required to support other elements under the Compliance Program)
In this role, you will:
The Senior Specialist will support with the execution of Compliance program elements and Compliance related activities, primarily the Compliance Program Effectiveness Assessment requirements, International Compliance Planned Activities and MTL, whilst also supporting wider Program activities or other projects/initiatives as necessary. The Senior Specialist will also seek to drive synergies with counterparts across other regions, helping to shape a scalable and sustainable operating model.
- Support the review of the annual Compliance Program Effectiveness Assessment review for International Compliance, working in conjunction with CIB Compliance to ensure that International Compliance’s inputs and artefacts are being considered as part of the assessment.
- Coordinate and support the tracking and monitoring of the International Compliance Planned Activities with the respective deliverable owners. Ensure that timely reporting/escalation are provided to the International Compliance Leadership Team (ICLT) and the respective Legal Entity Governance Committee as appropriate.
- Assist with project management and coordination of Compliance initiative on MTL (Move The Line) to ensure timely completion of the activities and all required documentation/governance are in place.
- Cross train to support other team tasks across the Compliance Program, being fungible across deliverables to support the wider team whilst also considering interdependencies.
- Support with any other Compliance related strategic projects and initiatives as required, either driven/led by Enterprise Compliance/CIB Compliance or International Compliance.
Required Qualifications:
- 4+ years of Compliance experience, or equivalent demonstrated through one or a combination of the following: work experience, training, military experience, education
Desired Qualifications:
- Candidates with Law degree LLB/ LLM/ Companies Secretary would be preferred.
- Fluency in any of the foreign languages such as Chinese, Japanese, French, Spanish, and German would be an added advantage.
- Expertise in technology data entry related to laws, rules and regulations
- Ability to follow directions for using the SHRP Governance Management system (Archer platform)
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Ability to articulate complex concepts in a clear manner
- Advanced Microsoft Office skills
- Good eye for detail and accuracy
- Execution oriented, professional demeanor, self-starter behavior and able to recognize opportunities for improvement in the business and to act on those opportunities
- Working knowledge on SharePoint would be an added advantage
Job Expectations:
- Experience in Compliance, or equivalent demonstrated through one or a combination of the following: work experience, training, military experience, education.
- Strong educational background with a university degree
- Experience in the compliance and regulatory field within financial services and extensive knowledge of Global Markets at a leading global financial services firm(s).
- Good understanding of the market and regulatory environment in which Wells Fargo operates.
- Seasoned Compliance professional with capabilities, including but not limited to: ability to make critical decisions, working collaboratively, ability to develop others, enabling high performance, building self-insight and effective risk and control environment.
- Good intellectual capability and flexibility, able to consider issues from multiple angles and lead debates and discussions with multiple stakeholders.
- Good sense of judgement and absolute commitment to Wells Fargo transformation journey
- Ability to forge relationships across multiple functions to enhance the Compliance brand.
- Ability to deal with change and exhibit a service led mindset to support our stakeholders.
- Ability to challenge independently and constructively.
- Communicate effectively and confidently, orally and in writing at all levels of the organization.
- A team player that actively looks to partner with and support team members with workloads and challenges.
Posting End Date:
20 Apr 2025
*Job posting may come down early due to volume of applicants.
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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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