Job Description

Main function of the role International Business Execution Services is part of Corporate & Investment Bank (CIB), International Chief Operating Office (ICOO) and responsible for managing business cha Main function of the role International Business Execution Services is part of Corporate & Investment Bank (CIB), International Chief Operating Office (ICOO) and responsible for managing business change initiatives that may span the Americas, EMEA, and APAC regions. The Senior Project Manager position reports directly to the Head of Business Architecture, International and will work across the key front line and functional teams accountable for delivery of target state operating models. This includes Lines of Business (LoBs), Risk Owners, COO (including Operations & Technology) and Regional Business Controls. Key delivery responsibilities will include target operating model design, implementation planning and execution. Maximizing use of foundational data and process infrastructure will be embedded in all operating model work. Responsibilities Manage and oversee the development of detailed operating model components, including roles and responsibilities, in line with the agreed target operating model. Assist key front line teams including business heads and their direct reports, COO and Control teams to ensure that implementation is proceeding in line with the target state and provide support and solutions. Work with the 2nd line of defense to ensure we design core controls' in line with the enterprise initiative to simplify the number of controls, ideally defining single controls to address multiple risks. Responsible for working closely with control and risk program leaders to lead and promote a strong risk culture and to ensure effective communication and collaborative partnerships. Develop and implement mitigation strategies to address known gaps and deficiencies in an effective and timely manner. Ensure assigned regional strategic plans address LOB's material risks and associated activities consistent with the enterprise risk framework and risk appetite statements. Provide input to the design, development, implementation, and maintenance of the overall Wells Fargo Management Framework. Assist with the development of fit for purpose training modules to support the implementation and embedding of target operating models. Identity and recommend re-alignment of the project plans, where appropriate, to ensure delivery of stated benefits. Holds project and initiative owners to account for delivery of agreed outputs. Ensures the development of effective communication plans that address relevant internal as well as external stakeholders. Promotes new thinking, pro-active solutions, and ways of working to address issues and mitigate risks. Role models the behaviors that underpin the organization's values and reinforces their importance in interactions at all levels of the organization. Initiates and facilitates deep dive reviews, where appropriate, of at risk' projects and initiatives to identify and address issues and effectively mitigate risk that threaten the achievement of the overall transformation goals. Reviews strategic direction at regular intervals and proposes course correcting actions where appropriate. Skills/Experience Required Extensive experience ( 6 years) in the financial services industry including Global Banking, Global Markets, Transaction Banking, Commercial Banking, Client Units and Group Functions such as Change, Finance, Risk, Operations, IT, Legal and Compliance. Meaningful knowledge across enterprise risk management framework, including risk identification, risk appetite and strategy, risk related decisions, processes and controls, risk analytics and governance. Experience working in a regional environment and understanding of regional, country, and legal entity complexities and expectations. Understanding of best practice risk management techniques across financial services industry. Knowledge of relevant financial regulations and understanding of how they are implemented, managed, and enforced. Significant and proven experience in leading transformation projects and initiatives across business and multiple functions in multiple jurisdictions. Commercially aware with strong analytical and numerical skills. Constructive and solution orientated with the ability to influence and mediate between various teams. Credibility and confidence working at senior levels in the organization comfortable working with C-suite executives across the range of business functions.