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Wells Fargo Lead Investigator - Significant Events in WEST DES MOINES, Iowa
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We offer competitive salaries and one of the richest benefits packages in the industry. Our Total Rewards program focuses on wellness, work-life balance and the financial health of our employees. Our customers invest with us, we invest in you. Apply today.
About this role:
Wells Fargo is seeking a Lead Investigator for Significant Internal Investigations in Sales Practice and Conduct Management.
We manage allegations of misconduct effectively when they arise, we reduce employee misconduct by sharing allegation insights with our business partners, and we demonstrate understanding and empathy for the employees that we serve.
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In this role, you will:
Lead complex initiatives with broad impact and act as a key participant in investigations
Independently leads investigations with high risk or complexity
Gather comprehensive evidentiary materials on cases with moderate to high risk or complexity related to individual allegations
Mentor, train, consult, and provide risk based investigative products and services to all lines of business
Conduct forensic accounting, assist with computer crime investigations, and investigate breeches of information security policies
Serve as the lead on high profile complex investigations with significant exposure to client management
Execute investigations with moderate to high risk and complexity
Make risk-based decisions in compliance with company, legal and regulatory requirements, and recommend actions in response to investigations
Act as a primary investigator on high profile or complex cases
Mentor and provide guidance to less experienced staff
Function under a moderate degree of guidance and supervision
Lead projects and initiatives with significant exposure to the bank
Lead investigations with high risk or complexity related to business process, procedure, and policy
Provide second level review and assessment of decisions made by those with less experience
Consult with peers, colleagues and mid-level to more experienced managers regarding conflicts of interest, allegations, Wells Fargo Code of Ethics, and business conduct related policies on allegations
Collaborate with Employee Relations, legal, business management, and other resources to offer employment decisions recommendations based on investigation results
Serve as the primary client contact on assigned casework
Required Qualifications:
- 5+ years of Investigations experience, or equivalent demonstrated through one or a combination of the following: work experience, training, military experience, education
Desired Qualifications:
5+ years of Internal Investigations experience
Experience with investigative interviewing of senior leaders and executives (on camera/Teams)
Extensive knowledge and experience in Accounting, Internal Auditing and Financial Reporting
Ability to communicate effectively, in both written and verbal formats with senior executive-level leaders
Ability to research, trend, and analyze data and then summarize the findings of complex investigations and internal fraud concerns
Ability to prioritize work, meet deadlines, achieve goals, and work under pressure in a dynamic and complex environment
Ability to manage multiple small to medium sized projects simultaneously
Experience consulting on Wells Fargo policies and procedures
Experience using a case management system
Ability to research, trend, and analyze data
Ability to meet stringent deadlines
Job Expectations:
This position is not eligible for Visa sponsorship
This position offers a hybrid work schedule
Posting Location:
1525 W WT Harris Blvd, Charlotte NC
300 HIGHWAY 169 S, Minneapolis, MN
2600 S Price Rd, Bldg. B, Chandler AZ
800 S Jordan Creek Pkwy West Des Moines, IA
The Chief Operating Office adheres 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 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 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:
24 Jan 2025
* Job posting may come down early due to volume of applicants.
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, status as a protected veteran, or any other legally protected characteristic.
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-422245