About this role:

Wells Fargo is seeking a Senior Audit Manager for the Financial Crimes Audit Team. The Financial Crimes Audit Team performs horizontal audit coverage of financial crimes risk across Wells Fargo lines of business and across regions. The Financial Crimes Audit Team performs independent testing for the Bank Secrecy Act, OFAC and Anti-Money Laundering compliance. The Financial Crimes Audit Team oversees, manages, and executes AML/Sanctions/Anti-Bribery & Corruption related audits across Wells Fargo lines of business, and evaluates the system of internal controls and processes related to financial crimes. 

In this role, you will:

Manage a team of audit staff responsible for executing and delivering the International Financial Crimes Audit PlanHave responsibility for resource management and assisting the broader team in overall audit plan completionAssess associated risks and controls and complete engagements within the International Financial Crimes Audit PlanEnsure audit engagements are risk-based, and executed according to Internal Audit policies and guidanceBuild and maintain a proficient team of auditorsProvide timely feedback, coaching and monitoring of development plansDevelop and maintain excellent business relationships with leadership and other stakeholders, such as regulatory agencies, across jurisdictionsDevelop and guide a culture of talent development to meet business objectives and strategy

Required Qualifications:

Experience in Audit, Risk, or equivalent demonstrated through one or a combination of the following: work experience, training, military experience, educationManagement experience

Desired Qualifications:

A Bachelor's Degree or equivalentFinancial crimes experience at a financial institution, including diverse AML and Sanctions experience across the various areas of an enterprise-wide programSpecific knowledge and experience performing and managing Audit testing in accordance with anti-money laundering regulations for the APAC and EMEA regionsSolid knowledge and understanding of audit methodologies and supporting toolsStrong understanding of financial crimes regulatory environmentCertification in one or more of the following: CPA, CAMS, CRCM, CIA, CISA or Commissioned Bank Examiner designation, or equivalentExperience leading and providing feedback to staff on audit projects or engagementsPreferred experience with innovation, data analytics, automation, or continuous auditingPrevious experience engaging, collaborating with, and influencing senior leaders and other audit teamsLeadership experience with ability to effectively drive results, provide feedback/direction, and manage and build relationships with leaders and team members in a geographically dispersed team environmentAbility to interact with Audit management and team members, business partners and regulatorsExperience developing people and building the talent pipeline in a growing and changing environment

Posting End Date: 

24 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.

Candidates applying to job openings posted in Canada: Applications for employment are encouraged from all qualified candidates, including women, persons with disabilities, aboriginal peoples and visible minorities. Accommodation for applicants with disabilities is available upon request in connection with the recruitment process.

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.