About this role:
Wells Fargo is seeking a Lead Business Execution Consultant to join our Strategic Services and Business Enablement team which supports the Operational Excellence organization by managing a diverse set of core operational functions, driving operational initiatives & strategic programs, and meeting the daily operational needs of our staff. The core functions include but not limited to:
- Operational Initiative and Strategic Program
- 3-year Investment and Business Planning
- Business and Portfolio Performance Reporting
- Resource and Position Management
- Financial Discipline and Efficiency
- Operational Risk Activity Management
- Business Continuity and Resiliency Planning
- Survey Development, Execution, and Analysis
- Operational Excellence Service Catalog
- Workspace, Equipment, and Access Management
- Records Management
- Moving the Lines
In this role, you will:
- Lead cross functional teams to strategize, plan, and execute a variety of programs, services and initiatives
- Drive accountability for assigned initiatives, limit risk exposure, and create efficiencies as appropriate
- Review strategic approaches and effectiveness of support function and business performance
- Perform assessments through fact finding and data requiring creative approaches to solving complex issues, and develop appropriate solutions or recommendations
- Make decisions in highly complex and multifaceted situations requiring solid understanding of business group's functional area or products, facilitate decision making and issue resolution, and support implementation of developed solutions and plans
- Collaborate and consult with members of the Business Execution team and team leaders to drive strategic initiatives
- Influence, guide and lead less experienced Strategy and Execution staff within the group
Required Qualifications:
- 5+ 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:
- 5+ years' experience leading operational Initiatives and strategic programs
- 5+ years' experience with executive reporting
- 5+ years meeting & event planning experience
- Workspace, equipment, and access management experience preferred
- Business continuity and resiliency planning experience desired
- Records management experience desired
- Significant experience with large-scale and high-complex programs, operational support functions, business execution, and risk management.
- Strong analytical and critical thinking skills, combined with strategic business focus and vision.
- Ability to translate and summarize complex data into understandable, actionable information and recommendations.
- Possesses executive presence, high energy, ability to manage complexity and a broad scope of daily work activities and stakeholders.
- Experience working closely with senior and executive leadership.
- Ability to create a strong collaborative work environment to successfully develop partnerships.
- Ability to present and discuss information in a manner that persuades, educates, and enhances understanding at all levels.
- Ability to strategically review situations and diagnose opportunities and interventions.
- Facilitation skills, including ability to facilitate decision-making and broker agreements amongst diverse, differing, and/or conflicting perspectives/priorities.
- Ability to manage effectively within a matrixed organization.
- Outstanding verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills.
Job Expectations:
- Currently operating in a Hybrid model of 3 days in the office and 2 working remotely
Work Locations: Charlotte, North Carolina; Minneapolis, Minnesota; West Des Moines, Iowa: Chandler, Arizona.
Pay Range
Reflected is the base pay range offered for this position. Pay may vary depending on factors including but not limited to achievements, skills, experience, or work location. The range listed is just one component of the compensation package offered to candidates.
$96,600.00 - $171,800.00Benefits
Wells Fargo provides eligible employees with a comprehensive set of benefits, many of which are listed below. Visit Benefits - Wells Fargo Jobs for an overview of the following benefit plans and programs offered to employees.
- 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
Posting End Date:
22 Jun 2025*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.
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 Compensation & Benefits Highlights
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Retirement Support — Retirement support is anchored by a dollar‑for‑dollar 401(k) match on employee contributions after one year of service, with an additional non‑matching company contribution for some lower‑paid employees. Access to an employee stock purchase plan further expands long‑term savings opportunities.
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Parental & Family Support — Family supports include up to 16 weeks of paid parental leave available from the first day of employment, plus paid critical‑caregiving leave and extensive backup care options. Fertility, adoption, and surrogacy programs are highlighted with meaningful coverage and reimbursements, including a combined lifetime maximum up to $35,000 for eligible expenses.
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Healthcare Strength — Health coverage is comprehensive from day one, spanning medical, dental, vision, mental health, prescriptions, and preventive care often fully covered in‑network. Employer cost‑sharing is emphasized alongside no‑cost counseling through the EAP within plan limits.
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