Lead Due Diligence Consultant

About this role:

Wells Fargo is seeking a Lead Due Diligence Consultant

In this role, you will:

• Lead complex initiatives such as due diligence programs with broad impact and act as key participant in execution of due diligence reporting processes and controls, interpret policies, guideline and governance programs
• Review and analyze complex onboarding processes and challenges that require research, investigation and evaluation
• Compile and evaluate report results
• Make decisions in complex and multi-faceted situations requiring strong understanding of policies, procedures and compliance requirements that influence and lead Due Diligence team to meet deliverables and drive new initiatives
• Strategically collaborate and consult with peers, colleagues and mid-level to experienced managers to resolve issues and achieve goals

Required Qualifications:

• 5+ years of Due Diligence experience, or equivalent demonstrated through one or a combination of the following: work experience, training, military experience, education

Job Expectations:

• Job Description: Process Controls, Strategy & Control Design Specialist

  Role Objective

  The role is responsible for reviewing, designing, and maintaining effective process controls across functions. The incumbent will work closely with all stakeholders to support strategic planning initiatives, prepare high‑quality business presentations for leadership, and ensure that control procedures are clearly defined, consistently applied, and reviewed on a timely basis to mitigate operational and compliance risks

Key Responsibilities

Process Control Review

• Conduct detailed reviews of end-to-end business processes to identify existing controls, control gaps, and improvement opportunities.
• Assess the design and operating effectiveness of process controls in alignment with internal policies, regulatory requirements, and industry best practices.

Control Design & Documentation

• Design, enhance, and standardize control procedures to address identified risks.
• Develop and maintain comprehensive documentation, including process narratives, control matrices, flowcharts, and standard operating procedures (SOPs).

Stakeholder Coordination

• Coordinate with process owners, functional leaders, risk, compliance, audit, and other key stakeholders to gather inputs and align on control and process requirements.
• Facilitate workshops and meetings to ensure clarity of control ownership, expectations, and execution.

Strategic Planning Support

• Support strategic planning initiatives by providing insights derived from process reviews, risk assessments, and control evaluations.
• Collaborate with leadership and cross-functional teams to align process controls with business strategy, growth objectives, and transformation initiatives.

Business Presentation & Executive Communication

• Prepare clear, concise, and impactful business presentations for senior management and leadership forums.
• Translate complex control, risk, and operational findings into executive‑level insights, dashboards, and recommendations.
• Support management reviews, steering committee meetings, and governance forums with high‑quality presentation materials.

Ongoing Monitoring & Timely Reviews

• Perform periodic reviews of controls and procedures to ensure they remain current, effective, and aligned with business changes.
• Monitor changes in processes, systems, regulations, or organizational priorities and update control procedures accordingly.

Issue Management & Continuous Improvement

• Identify control deficiencies and work with stakeholders to design and implement corrective actions.
• Track remediation progress, drive accountability, and ensure timely closure of control issues.

Governance, Reporting & Audit Support

• Prepare status reports and metrics on control reviews, remediation activities, and strategic initiatives.
• Support internal and external audits by providing documentation, analysis, and management responses as required.
• Escalate significant control, strategic, or governance issues to management in a timely manner.

Required Skills & Competencies

• Strong understanding of process controls, risk management, and internal control frameworks
• Ability to contribute to strategic planning and business decision‑making
• Excellent business presentation and executive communication skills
• Strong stakeholder management and cross‑functional coordination abilities
• Analytical mindset with strong documentation and problem‑solving capabilities
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines

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.