About this role:

Wells Fargo is seeking a Lead Compliance Officer for the Banking Lending & Trust – Trust Services Compliance Program. This role will partner with compliance staff across multiple areas of Wealth & Investment Management Compliance while oversighting administrative activity of the Bank’s Trust Services business. Learn more about the career areas and lines of business at wellsfargojobs.com

In this role, you will:

Provide subject matter expertise with comprehensive knowledge of compliance risk forfiduciary administration, specialty asset management, and Trust Services business.Provide oversight of the Trust Services business through governance committee attendance and credible challenge.Establish, implement, and maintain risk standards and programs to drive compliance with federal, state, agency, legal and regulatory and Corporate Policy requirements with a particular focus on Trust and Probate statutes and Fiduciary Activities of National BanksOversee the Trust Services execution and challenge appropriately on compliance related decisions, control and business environment changes, major requirement applicability assessments and Risk and Control Self Assessment with a targeted focus on state and federal fiduciary regulation applicabilityDevelop, oversee, and provide independent credible challenge to standards with subject matter expertise on Trust Services administration, Estate Services, Philanthropic, Special Needs Trusts, and specialty assets.Work with complex business units, rules and regulations on moderate to high risk compliance mattersMonitor and independently challenge the reporting, escalation, and timely remediation of issues, deficiencies, or regulatory matters regarding compliance risk managementProvide direction to the business on developing corrective action plans and effectively managing regulatory changeProvide regulatory compliance risk expertise and consulting for projects and initiatives with high risk for Trust ServicesIdentify and recommend opportunities for process improvement and risk control developmentDevelop and execute compliance monitoring activities and report findings to leadership and governance committeesMake decisions and resolve issues to meet business objectivesInterpret and provide regulatory guidance for Trust and fiduciary policies, procedures, and compliance requirementsCollaborate and consult with peers, colleagues and managers to resolve issues and achieve goalsInterface with Audit, Legal, and business leaders on risk related topics

Required Qualifications:

5+ years of Compliance experience, or equivalent demonstrated through one or a combination of the following: work experience, training, military experience, education

Desired Qualifications:

4 years of Fiduciary risk and regulatory experienceKnowledge and understanding of federal and state trust and fiduciary law and state probate codes, including Fiduciary Activities of National BanksCRCM, CFIRS, CTFA, or other relevant certificationExperience creating reports in response to management, audit, or regulatory requirementsAbility to evaluate risks and the impact of decisions on an overall organizationAbility to interact with integrity and a high level of professionalism with all levels of team members and managementExcellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skillsAbility to articulate complex changes, issues, risks, and proposed solutions to various levels of staff and management in a clear concise mannerStrong analytical skills with high attention to detail and accuracy

Job Expectations:

401 S Tryon Street, Charlotte, NC 250 E John Carpenter Frwy, Irving, TX 600 S 4th Street, Minneapolis, MN 800 S Jordan Creek Pkwy, West Des Moines, IA 114 N Beaumont Street Bldg D, Saint Louis, MO 1150 W Washington St, Tempe, AZ Willingness to work on-site at stated location on the job opening.This position offers a hybrid work scheduled.This position is not eligible for Visa sponsorship.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.Specific compliance policies may apply regarding outside activities and/or personal investing; affected employees will be expected to provide information to the Wells Fargo Personal Account Dealing Team and abide by applicable policy requirements if hired. Information will be shared about expectations during the recruitment process.

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.

$119,000.00 - $206,000.00

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 benefits401(k) PlanPaid time offDisability benefitsLife insurance, critical illness insurance, and accident insuranceParental leaveCritical caregiving leaveDiscounts and savingsCommuter benefitsTuition reimbursementScholarships for dependent childrenAdoption reimbursement

Posting End Date:

29 Jul 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.