Senior Lead Data Management Analyst – COO DAR

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About this Role

Wells Fargo is seeking a Senior Lead Data Management Analyst to serve as a senior execution lead within the Chief Operating Office – Data Domain, supporting enterprise data management and data risk priorities. This role plays a critical part in interpreting data management governance requirements and executing controls aligned to those requirements. The position supports regulatory priorities, domain risk management, and sustained governance maturity across business-critical data assets. Help drive and enhance data management governance activities that utilize AI integration.  

In this Role, You Will

·         Act as a trusted advisor to senior leaders across the COO Data Domain, influencing priorities, roadmaps, and execution decisions tied to data risk

·         Interpret data management policy, procedures, regulatory expectations, and partner guidance into practical domain execution

·         Execute and mature data governance controls aligned to enterprise requirements, including RCSA, self-assurance activities, and control evidence

·         Facilitate and coordinate COO Data Domain issue management activities, including remediation planning and execution for identified data issues

·         Coordinate COO Data Domain independent review engagements, including preparation, stakeholder alignment, and response follow‑through

·         Drive development, refinement, and ongoing enhancement of governance processes to improve effectiveness and efficiency

·         Produce leadership ready materials and socialize outcomes with senior stakeholders across business, risk, compliance, and technology

·         Provide experienced guidance to data domain team members, accelerating understanding of requirements and execution expectations

·         Represent the COO Data Domain in enterprise data governance forums, contributing execution focused input into standards, controls, and accountability models

·         Partner with data stewards, risk, compliance, and technology teams to align governance execution with enterprise data risk priorities

Required Qualifications

·         7+ years of experience in Data Management, Business Analysis, Analytics, Project Management, or equivalent experience through work, education, or military service

Desired Qualifications

·         Experience embedding Artificial Intelligence (AI) into data governance (e.g., data quality, anomaly detection, control automation) in banking, aligned with regulatory and model risk standards.

·         Proven experience translating enterprise data governance policies and regulatory expectations (e.g., BCBS 239) into actionable execution.

·         Strong expertise in data risk management, governance controls, and control validation (RCSA, self-assurance, control evidence).

·         Experience leading issue management and remediation efforts, including coordination with risk, audit, and compliance partners.

·         Demonstrated success supporting or managing independent reviews (audit, second line, regulatory) and effective responses.

·         Ability to simplify complex requirements into clear execution plans and executive-ready deliverables.

·         Track record of enhancing governance processes to improve control effectiveness and operational efficiency.

·         Strong stakeholder management skills with the ability to influence senior leaders and operate independently.

·         Familiarity with data governance and metadata platforms (e.g., Collibra, Informatica, Alation).

·         Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.

Job Expectations:

·         Ability to travel up to 10% of the time.

·         Hybrid work schedule. Must be able to work from one of the approved job posting locations three (3) days in office & two (2) days remote.

·         This position is not eligible for Visa sponsorship.

·         Relocation assistance is not available for this position.

Job Location:

·         109845-NC-Brigham Building, Charlotte

·         109667 600 S 4th St., 9th floor Minneapolis, MN

**Required location(s) listed above. **Relocation assistance is not available for this position.

The Global Operations functions adhere to a location strategy; therefore, your candidacy may be determined based on your current location. Remote work locations are not available for these roles, so if you are not in a location listed on the posting, you must commit to self-relocation within an agreed upon timeframe

Pay Range
 

Reflected is the base pay range offered for this position. Pay may vary depending on factors including but not limited to demonstrated examples of prior performance, skills, experience, or work location. Employees may also be eligible for incentive opportunities.

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:

*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.

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.

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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.