**About this role:**

Wells Fargo is seeking a Senior Independent Testing Specialist in Independent Testing & Validation (IT&V) as part of Corporate Risk. Learn more about the career areas and lines of business at wellsfargojobs.com (https://www.wellsfargojobs.com/career-areas/) .

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.

The Senior Independent Testing Specialist will be accountable for developing and executing independent operational and compliance risk control testing focusing on emerging issues and targeted testing supporting the Chief Operating Office (COO). They will also assist with planning & scoping activities; coordinate with business partners to execute testing and validation procedures; perform quality reviews of their work; assess, escalate, and disposition findings; and perform report preparation activities.

**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.

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

+ Ability to research trends and analyze data.

**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:**

+ Experience within the financial services industry, especially in compliance, risk management, or internal audit

+ Experience at Big Four / regional public accounting firm with experience in general and IT controls, business process, regulatory, or compliance audits and/or advisory/consulting services with data analysis preferred

+ Strong testing/audit background, including preparing workpaper documentation, leading walkthroughs, utilizing sampling guidance, socializing issues, preparing reports, etc.

+ Experience developing and reviewing testing strategies and methodologies; evaluating the adequacy and effectiveness of policies, procedures, processes, initiatives, products and internal controls; and identifying issues.

+ Experience with technology and data control testing, including performing and reviewing the work of less experienced team members

+ Strong ability to research, trend, and analyze data to create efficient and comprehensive testing strategies.

+ Knowledge and understanding of Technology and Information Security Frameworks and standards (COBIT, COSO, FFIEC, NIST, ISO)

+ Ability to lead and execute on complex projects, balancing short-term and long-term priorities

+ Ability to perform assigned tasks independently from start to finish within the allotted time.

+ Ability to take on a high level of responsibility, initiative, and accountability.

**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.

Posting Locations:

+ 401 S Tryon Street – Charlotte, NC

+ 600 S 4th Street, Minneapolis, MN

+ 1N Jefferson Avenue - St Louis, MO

+ 800 S Jordan Creek Pkwy, West Des Moines, IA

+ 1150 W Washington Street, Tempe, AZ

+ 250 E John Carpenter Freeway, Irving, TX

**Pay Range**

Reflected is the base pay range offered for this position. Pay may vary depending on factors including but not limited to achievements, skills, experience, or work location. The range listed is just one component of the compensation package offered to candidates.

$84,000.00 - $149,400.00

**Benefits**

Wells Fargo provides eligible employees with a comprehensive set of benefits, many of which are listed below. Visit Benefits - Wells Fargo Jobs (https://www.wellsfargojobs.com/en/life-at-wells-fargo/benefits) 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:**

6 Jun 2025

***** **_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 (https://www.wellsfargojobs.com/en/diversity/disability-inclusion/) .

**Drug and Alcohol Policy**

Wells Fargo maintains a drug free workplace. Please see our Drug and Alcohol Policy (https://www.wellsfargojobs.com/en/wells-fargo-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.

**Req Number:** R-464281