About this role:

Wells Fargo is seeking an Audit Director within our Enterprise Technology Audit Group (ETAG). ETAG is responsible for providing independent testing and audit coverage of information technology and security across the company that includes technology supporting team members and customers. This includes overseeing information security and cybersecurity coverage, infrastructure coverage, governance over information technology and information security including all operational risk areas such as business continuation planning, and chief information officer coverage of business line applications.

The Audit Director will collaborate across the ETAG team and other audit teams to ensure comprehensive audit coverage, including performing integrated audits and ensuring thorough coverage of technology across the enterprise. The audit portfolio will align to the topic of Technology governance, oversight and compliance, as well as Functions CIO's; and will provide application coverage for Functional units as well as support integrated assurance for business risk and controls that require IT Audit subject matter specialists.

The successful candidate for this role will demonstrate effectiveness in building and leading high performing teams. The focus is on driving business results through leadership effectiveness and team member engagement, contributing to Wells Fargo Internal Audit and ETAG strategies with a One Wells Fargo lens, and furthering the strong risk management culture of Wells Fargo and living the vision and values of Wells Fargo. This collaborative and motivating leader must be capable of initiating action and driving/managing change. This position requires a leader with a strategic mindset as well as strong people management, relationship management, influencing, and execution skills. Experience directly and indirectly managing a geographically dispersed team will position a candidate for success. A key differentiator will be the ability to understand and operate successfully in a complex, heavily matrixed corporate environment. The role requires a sense of urgency, passion for excellence and results, and personal accountability for achievement and outcomes.

In this role, you will:

• Maintain credible, collaborative and influential relationships with senior management, other risk organizations and regulatory agencies.

• Develop a comprehensive understanding of technology risks and processes leveraged to manage this risk at Wells Fargo.

• Evaluate of current audit approaches and practices. Provide thought leadership on leading industry practices and driving continued maturation and evolution of the audit function.

• Develop and execute an annual audit plan which evaluates critical risks to Wells Fargo and applies strong, pragmatic professional judgment.

• Communicate audit results to senior executives and using the role within Audit to influence the organization.

• Identify thematic risk trends observed across the portfolio for purposes of influencing strategic control direction and process maturity.

• Keep abreast of changes that impact the audit portfolio from within Wells Fargo, as well as regulatory requirements and emerging technologies.

• Partner with management to identify and anticipate impact of a changing environment and effectively develop audit strategies to address significant risks.

• Lead a team: Recruit, develop, motivate and retain audit talent within Internal Audit.

• Manage projects and workflow across multiple geographies.

• Identify and lead/manage change within ETAG to enhance effective and efficient delivery of our objectives.

• Drive automation and data analytics opportunities within their portfolio.

Required Qualifications:

• 8+ years of Audit, Risk experience, or equivalent demonstrated through one or a combination of the following: work experience, training, military experience, education

• 4+ years of management experience

Desired Qualifications:

• Substantial experience and prior success in building and managing industry-leading IT audit or other company technology functions in the financial services industry.

• Experience leading management teams that support front lines, independent risk management, or internal audit departments in a large organization.

• Thorough knowledge of highly disciplined business, financial, and risk management processes.

• Demonstrated experience assessing scaled and highly complex application and development environments, preferably in the financial services sector

• Solid understanding of Institution of Internal Audit (IIA) standards, regulatory requirements, and industry guidelines.

• Strong understanding of running the operations of a technology department in a changing environment.

• Certification in one or more of the following: CPA, CIA, CISA, CISSP, or Commissioned Bank Examiner designation.

• BS/BA degree or higher

Job Expectations:

• Ability to travel up to 20%

• Charlotte, NC is the preferred location, although other locations listed will be considered

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.

$173,300.00 - $359,900.00

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:

16 Sep 2024

* Job posting may come down early due to volume of applicants.

We Value Diversity

At Wells Fargo, we believe in diversity, equity and inclusion in the workplace; accordingly, we welcome applications for employment from all qualified candidates, regardless of race, color, gender, national origin, religion, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, individuals with disabilities, pregnancy, marital status, status as a protected veteran or any other status protected by applicable law.

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 US: 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.

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.

Company: WELLS FARGO BANK

Req Number: R-398399-4

Updated: Mon Sep 16 03:55:08 UTC 2024

Location: MINNEAPOLIS,Minnesota