Independent Testing Specialist
Company: Wells Fargo
Location: Tempe
Posted on: March 15, 2023
Job Description:
At Wells Fargo, we are looking for talented people who will put
our customers at the center of everything we do. We are seeking
candidates who embrace diversity, equity and inclusion in a
workplace where everyone feels valued and inspired. Help us build a
better Wells Fargo. It all begins with outstanding talent. It all
begins with you. About this role: Wells Fargo is seeking an
Independent Testing Specialist in Corporate Risk as part of the
Independent Testing and Validation team. Learn more about the
career areas and lines of business at . The Independent Testing and
Validation (IT&V) 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. In
this role, you will: Responsibilities of the Independent Testing
Specialist role specific to the Independent Testing and Validation
(IT&V) team include, but are not limited to the following:
- Effectively communicating the testing or validation process,
status, and results to business and risk partners
- Writing and/or reviewing reports or presentations that clearly
articulate the results/conclusions of testing or validation
activities
- Consulting on and leading the implementation of
initiatives
- Effectively communicating with IT&V Leadership and
escalating validation concerns or issues as appropriate
- Identifying and implementing efficiencies and process
improvements
- Providing credible challenge and recommendations to IT&V
Leadership as needed
- Actively participating in learning & development opportunities
to ensure the use of best-in-class processes and procedures
- Developing clear and concise reporting to be shared with
IT&V Leadership
- Assisting in managing change to ensure an effective risk
management program
- Mentoring and coaching Associates
- Fostering relationships with teams and collaborating across
other all testing and validation teams effectively Required
Qualifications:
- 2+ years of Independent Testing experience, or equivalent
demonstrated through one or a combination of the following: work
experience, training, military experience, education. Desired
Qualifications:
- 2+ years of testing, testing controls, or quality assurance
experience and/or 2+ years of financial audit experience
- Knowledge and understanding of regulatory agencies: Federal
Reserve and OCC
- Specialized knowledge or prior regulatory compliance testing or
review experience
- Knowledge and understanding of financial services industry:
compliance, risk management, 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
- Experience testing policy, procedures, control and business
process testing
- Intermediate Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, and
PowerPoint)
- Ability to take on a high level of responsibility, initiative,
and accountability
- Ability to present to executives
- Demonstrated success with influencing business units to
identify, formulate and implement processes/procedures to mitigate
risk.
- Strong critical thinking skills with ability to credibly
challenge status quo
- Strong organization and prioritization skills
- Strong relationship management skills; ability to negotiate
difficult positions without harming relationships
- Military experience with process audit, evaluation of controls,
preparation of audit testing results, quality analytics or work in
inspector general duties.
- Military experience with testing of process controls and
functions, compliance review, operational effectiveness and
creation of validation reports, written results of quality reviews
and audits.
- Experience with utilizing risk mitigation tools in the military
Job Expectations: Position Locations:
- Tempe, AZ
- Charlotte, NC
- Fort Mill, SC
- Minneapolis, MN
- West Des Moines, IA
- St. Louis, MO
- Irving- Dallas, TX Preferred location(s) listed above. Other
locations within the Wells Fargo footprint may be considered for
current Wells Fargo employees. 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, age, sex,
sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability,
or status as a protected veteran. 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.
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