Job Description

About this role:

Wells Fargo is seeking a highly skilled and motivated Senior Market Risk Specialist to join the Corporate and Investment Banking, Chief Risk Officer Group. This individual will lead the transformation of our counterparty credit risk limit monitoring processes.

The role will focus on enhancing oversight capabilities, automating manual controls, and ensuring compliance with regulatory commitments. The ideal candidate will bring deep expertise in credit risk, strong analytical skills, and a passion for process improvement and innovation.

In this role, you will:

Limit Monitoring & Oversight:

• Independently monitor counterparty credit risk exposures across all asset classes.
• Ensure compliance with internal policies, risk appetite and regulatory requirements.
• Perform root cause and trend analyses using analytical tools to identify emerging risks and escalate breaches concisely for timely resolution.

Process Re-engineering & Automation:

• Identify manual processes and control gaps within the current monitoring framework.
• Design and implement streamlined, automated solutions to improve operational efficiency and reduce risk.
• Partner with technology teams to develop dashboards and automation tools that support scalable oversight.

Control Framework Enhancement:

• Strengthen the control environment by embedding robust, auditable processes aligned with RCSA and regulatory standards.
• Contribute to the development of Key Risk Indicators (KRIs) and management reporting metrics.
• Support ongoing regulatory exams and internal audits as a subject matter expert.

Stakeholder Engagement:

• Collaborate with Risk, Technology, Operations, and Front Office teams to remediate systemic issues contributing to limit breaches.
• Communicate findings and recommendations to senior management and governance forums.

Required Qualifications:

• 4+ years of experience in one or a combination of the following: trading, desk analyst, Capital Markets, market risk, interest rate risk or equivalent demonstrated through one or a combination of the following: work experience, training, military experience, education

Desired Qualifications:

• Extensive experience in market or counterparty risk management, preferably within a multi-asset class environment.
• Strong understanding of credit risk metrics, exposure monitoring and traded products.
• Proven ability to work independently and escalate issues with clarity and urgency.
• Experience with process design, automation and control frameworks (e.g. RCSA).
• Knowledge of SQL for data retrieval and analysis.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.

Posting Locations:

• 550 S. Tryon Street - Charlotte, North Carolina

Job Expectations:

• Required location listed above. Relocation assistance is not available for this position.
• This position currently offers a hybrid work schedule.
• 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.

Posting End Date:

*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.

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