Wells Fargo Senior Independent Testing Specialist - Corporate Investment Banking 

United States, North Carolina, Charlotte 

136521488

About this role:

Corporate Investment Banking (CIB) Testing and Validation, within IT&V, is seeking a Senior Independent Testing Specialist to assist with the development and execution of testing and issue validation activities, including independently assessing the design and operating effectiveness of CIB - Commercial Real Estate (CRE) business controls in accordance with Enterprise, CIB standards and Line of Business (LOB) specific requirements. This position will also be responsible for covering the Commercial Credit Workout (CCW) businesses.

In this role, you will:

• Lead or participate in moderate to high risk or complex review activities in a matrixed environment and communicate emerging risks to management within Independent Testing.

• Contribute to large scale planning related to Independent Testing deliverables.

• Review and research moderately complex potential corrective actions, and follow through on reporting, escalation, and resolution.

• Ensure effective and appropriate testing, validation, and documentation of review activities for risk programs and controls according to standards and other applicable policies.

• Resolve moderately complex issues and lead team to meet Independent Testing deliverables while leveraging solid understanding of risk management framework and the risk and control environment.

• Collaborate and consult with colleagues, internal partners, management and lines of business regarding risk management.

Required Qualifications:

• 4+ years of Independent Testing experience, or equivalent demonstrated through one or a combination of the following: work experience, training, military experience, education.

Desired Qualifications:

• Meets one or a combination of the following that results in a total of 4 years of experience: testing controls or audit experience at Big Four/super regional public accounting firm.

• Full testing lifecycle experience that includes determining scope, designing test scripts, executing tests, identifying and escalating issues and risks, and documenting and reporting results.

• Knowledge and understanding of complexregulatory/complianceissues and potential solutions.

• Knowledge and understanding of audit methodologies and tools that support audit processes.

• Can expertly evaluate both the adequacy and effectiveness of policies, procedures, processes, systems and internal controls, while analyzing business and/or systems changes to determine impact.

• Ability to articulate complex concepts in a clear manner.

• Outstanding problem solving and decision-making skills.

• Ability to prioritize work, meet deadlines, achieve goals, and work under pressure in a dynamic and complex environment.

• A BS/BA degree or higher.

• Strong presentation, documentation, and organizational skills.

• Critical Thinking and Analytical skills.

• Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills.

• Strong analytical skills with high attention to detail and accuracy.

• Ability to research trends and analyze data.

• Proficiently builds constructive and effective relationships.

Prefer one or more of the following certifications:

• Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA).

• Certified Internal Auditor (CIA).

• Certified Public Accountant (CPA).

• Certified Regulatory Compliance Manager (CRCM).

• Certified Risk and Compliance Management Professional (CRCMP).

• Certified Risk Professional Program (CRP).

• Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP).

• Certified in Risk and Information Systems Control (CRISC).

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.

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.

28 Mar 2025

Wells Fargo Recruitment and Hiring Requirements:

b. Wells Fargo requires you to directly represent your own experiences during the recruiting and hiring process.