Job Description

About this role:

Wells Fargo is seeking a Senior Financial Crimes Specialist...

In this role, you will:

• Developing and maintaining the Sanctions and Anti-Bribery & Corruption (ABC) Risk Management Programs
• Ensuring coordination with the Global Sanctions Office and ABC Governance Office.
• Providing regional lines of business and support teams subject matter expertise on sanctions and ABC matters.
• Advising regional lines of business and support teams on sanctions, bribery and corruption risks of transactions, projects, and business expansion.
• Providing Sanctions and ABC training and communication to relevant parties.
• Working with enterprise, group, business, and regional partners to deliver globally consistent programs.
• Continue the development of a risk-based Sanctions and ABC program to assure compliance with all relevant laws, rules, and regulations.
• Develop and produce appropriate Sanctions and ABC-related reporting for management; and
• Assist on other areas of financial crimes risk management as necessary, including but not limited to Anti-Money Laundering (AML)

REQUIREMENTS

• Minimum 5-year work experience in financial industry or financial crimes risk management
• Bachelor degree or above and compliance related certifications holders are preferred (e.g. CAMS, CFE etc.)
• Strong English communication, both verbal and written
• Experienced user of Microsoft office (in particular, PowerPoint) and Web based applications
• Ability to develop strong relationships and work in a complex and rapidly changing environment
• Strong working knowledge in Financial Crimes subject matter across AML, Anti-Bribery Corruption, and Sanctions

Technical

• Sound knowledge of Sanctions and ABC laws, rules, and regulations (OFAC, FCPA, UK Bribery Act, Prevention of Bribery Ordinance, etc.); knowledge of other financial crimes laws, rules, and regulations.
• Knowledge and appreciation of recent legal, regulatory, and industry developments in financial crimes risk management.
• Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills for effective communication with stakeholders verbally or via written work product.
• Excellent analytical skills, lateral thinking, and problem-solving ability with high attention to detail.
• Ability to independently prioritize work, meet deadlines, and work under pressure in a dynamic environment.

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, 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.