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**About this role:** Wells Fargo is seeking an Independent Testing Manager in Independent Testing & Validation (IT&V) as part of Corporate Risk. Learn more about the career areas and lines of business at wellsfargojobs.com ( . The Independent Testing & Validation team is responsible for the development and design of methodologies and standards for review activities across the Enterprise in alignment with the Risk Management Framework and ensuring effective and appropriate testing, validation, and documentation of review activities for risk programs, risks, and controls according to standards and other applicable policies. The Independent Testing and Validation Team is seeking an Independent Testing Manager to support the Corporate and Investment Banking Independent Testing and Validation team (CIB IT&V). **In this role, you will:** + Manage a team of officers and specialists in cross-CIB IT&V in accomplishing goals and priorities. + Develop and design methodologies and standards for review activities across the Enterprise in alignment with the Risk Management Framework. + Ensure effective and appropriate testing, validation, and documentation of review activities for risk programs, risks, and controls according to standards and other applicable policies. + Develop, maintain, and execute the Annual Plan. + Assess, document, and communicate emerging risks, themes and identified issues to leadership and risk partners in a timely manner. + Ensure issues are identified and documented. + Identify potential corrective actions, and follows through on reporting, escalation, and resolution. + Perform moderate to high-risk quality reviews. + Lead implementation of complex and strategic initiatives with moderate risk and complexity. + Ensure plan includes targeted reviews based on risk and meets internal past due benchmarks. + Lead moderate to high risk or complexity review activity engagements. + Escalate any critical or high-risk issues to appropriate leadership. + Manage communication and collaboration with business heads, Legal, Audit, and regulators on risk related topics. + Provide status updates to key stakeholders on programs and specific reviews where warranted. + Manage allocation of people and financial resources for Independent Testing. + Mentor and guide talent development of direct reports and assist in hiring talent. **Required Qualifications:** + 4+ years of experience in Independent Testing experience, or equivalent demonstrated through one or a combination of the following: work experience, training, military experience, education. + 2+ years of Leadership experience. **Desired Qualifications:** + Knowledge and understanding of financial services industry: compliance, testing, or audit operations. + Experience reviewing testing strategies and methodologies; evaluating the adequacy and effectiveness of policies, procedures, processes, initiatives, products, and internal controls; and identifying issues resulting from internal and/or external compliance examinations. + Specialized knowledge or prior regulatory compliance testing or review experience. + Experience managing teams or direct reports. + Experience creating, executing, and documenting compliance, control, and RCSA testing. + Ability to take on a high level of responsibility, initiative, and accountability. + Ability to prioritize work, meet deadlines, achieve goals, and work under pressure in a dynamic and complex environment. + Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills. + Strong analytical skills with high attention to detail and accuracy. + Strong relationship management skills: ability to negotiate difficult positions without harming relationships. **Job Expectations:** + This position is not eligible for Visa sponsorship. + This position offers a hybrid work schedule. + Willingness to work on-site at stated location on the job opening. Posting Locations: + 401 S Tryon Street - Charlotte, NC + 600 S 4th Street, Minneapolis, MN + 1N Jefferson Avenue - St Louis, MO + 800 S Jordan Creek Pkwy, West Des Moines, IA + 1150 W Washington Street, Tempe, AZ + 250 E John Carpenter Freeway, Irving, TX This position is subject to FINRA Background Screening Requirements, including successful completion and clearing of a background check. Internal transfers are subject to comply with 17 CFR 240.17f-2 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 and FINRA Bylaws, Article III, Section 3, which states that Associated Persons should not be subject to statutory disqualification. Successful candidates must also meet ongoing regulatory requirements including additional screening and are required to report certain incidents. **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. $111,100.00 - $197,500.00 **Benefits** 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:** 8 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. **Req Number:** R-462039

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