Senior Lead Regulatory Relations Specialist, Wells Fargo

Wells Fargo

Location:
United States, NEW YORK ▼
CHARLOTTE
IRVING
MINNEAPOLIS
PHILADELPHIA
SAN ANTONIO
WEST DES MOINES
WILMINGTON

Category:
Finance

Contract Type:
Employment contract

Salary:

159000.00 - 305000.00 USD / Year

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Job Description:

Wells Fargo is seeking a Senior Lead Regulatory Relations Specialist to join our Internal Audit Regulatory Relations team. This team leads regulatory engagement for Internal Audit, develops a holistic view of regulatory activities and themes, and ensures proactive regulatory issue management. This role will specifically support Enterprise Functions and the Enterprise Technology Audit Group, playing a critical role in managing regulatory interactions and ensuring alignment with enterprise standards.

Job Responsibility:

Regulatory Engagement Strategy: Lead cross-functional initiatives to establish and maintain the strategy, governance, and procedures for managing regulatory engagements within Internal Audit
Regulatory Exams Management: Oversee Internal Audit’s involvement in regulatory exams related to Enterprise Functions (Finance, HR, Public Affairs, Data) and Enterprise Technology. Manage exam schedules, meetings, and information requests
Executive Liaison for Supervisory Meetings: Coordinate and lead regulatory meetings for Chief Audit Directors, including agenda development, material preparation, and follow-up tracking
Supervisory Meeting Oversight: Manage day-to-day regulatory meetings, including scheduling, documentation, attendee coordination, and follow-up actions
Confidential Supervisory Information (CSI) Compliance: Support execution of the CSI program to ensure compliance with enterprise and regulatory requirements, including controls to prevent unauthorized disclosure
Program Management & Administration: Contribute to the development of policies, training, reporting, and governance processes. Drive automation and data analytics opportunities within the regulatory relations portfolio
Cross-Functional Collaboration: Partner with Wells Fargo’s Regulatory Relations and Legal teams to ensure consistent and compliant regulatory engagement
Leadership & Mentorship: Manage projects across geographies, mentor team members, and delegate work effectively

Requirements:

7+ years of Regulatory Relations experience, or equivalent demonstrated through one or a combination of the following: work experience, training, military experience, education
Strong understanding of regulatory expectations from the Federal Reserve Board, Office of Comptroller of Currency, and the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau
Proven ability to manage complex projects and regulatory engagements
Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, including experience working with senior executives and regulators
Capable of initiating action and possess strong vision, execution and relationship management skills across the organization, as well as with the regulators
Familiarity with CSI protocols and enterprise compliance standards
Experience with automation and data analytics tools is a plus
Experience supporting Enterprise Functions (Finance, Human Resource, Public Affairs, Data) and/or Technology Audit groups
Prior experience in a regulatory liaison or exam management role at a large financial institution
Advanced degree or certifications (e.g., CIA, CPA, CISA) preferred
Understanding of the regulatory agencies responsible for supervision over large banks including their operating structure, processes, approach to developing supervisory plans, exam schedule and coordination with local exam teams
Strong Project Management skills
Deep understanding of ever-evolving governance processes and regulatory environments
Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills

Nice to have:

Experience with automation and data analytics tools is a plus
Experience supporting Enterprise Functions (Finance, Human Resource, Public Affairs, Data) and/or Technology Audit groups
Prior experience in a regulatory liaison or exam management role at a large financial institution
Advanced degree or certifications (e.g., CIA, CPA, CISA) preferred

What we offer:

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

Additional Information:

Job Posted:
August 18, 2025

Expiration:
August 23, 2025

Employment Type:

Fulltime

Work Type:

On-site work

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