Senior Derivatives Valuation Controller

Wells Fargo • Charlotte, NC • 3h ago

About this role:

Wells Fargo is seeking a Senior Derivatives Valuation Controller. The Senior Derivatives Valuation Controller plays a critical role in managing risk across complex financial products and processes. This position sits within the Controller's organization.

In this role, you will:

This position focuses on valuation control, independent price verification (IPV), and risk analytics to ensure compliance with regulatory standards and internal governance. The role requires strong analytical skills, technical expertise, and the ability to lead initiatives that enhance risk management frameworks.

Valuation & IPV

Execute and review IPV processes for derivatives (Credit and Equity).

Validate Credit Spreads, Recovery Rates and Forward/ Correlation inputs plus volatility calibration

Implement valuation adjustment policies and Fair Value Hierarchy

Risk Analytics & Reporting

Lead moderately complex initiatives in risk analytics and reporting

Aggregate, forecast, and reconcile data for risk metrics and dashboards

Prepare monthly IPV and aged inventory reports

Compliance & Governance

Ensure compliance with internal policies, external standards, and all applicable regulatory requirements and examinations.

Document models and maintain compliance with internal governance standards

Collaboration & Leadership

Partner with Market Risk, Model Risk, and Product Control teams.

Mentor junior analysts and lead cross-functional projects

Required Qualifications:

4+ years of Risk Analytics experience, or equivalent demonstrated through one or a combination of the following: work experience, training, military experience, education

Desired Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree in Finance, Economics, Mathematics, or related discipline

Advanced proficiency in Excel, SQL and Python

Strong understanding of valuation methodologies, control and risk frameworks

Knowledge of Equity Derivative and Credit Derivative markets and products

Familiarity with vendor data systems (Markit/Totem, RVS, Bloomberg/Reuters)

Proficient in Equity Derivatives and Credit Derivatives, with expertise in IPV processes including forward pricing, Credit Spreads, correlation, and volatility surface calibration

Experience with Fair Value Hierarchy (FVH) and reporting

Excellent communication and presentation skills

Job Expectations:

This role offers a hybrid work schedule

This position is not eligible for Visa sponsorship

This position is subject to FINRA background screening requirements. Candidates must successfully complete and pass a background check prior to hire. In accordance with FINRA rules, individuals who are subject to statutory disqualification are not eligible to be associated with a FINRA-registered broker-dealer. Successful candidates must also meet and comply with ongoing regulatory obligations, which include periodic screening and mandatory reporting of certain incidents.

Specific compliance policies may apply regarding outside activities or personal investing; affected employees will be expected to provide information to the Wells Fargo Personal Account Dealing Team and abide by applicable policy requirements if hired. Information will be shared about expectations during the recruitment process.

Posting End Date:

15 Feb 2026

*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.

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.

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-515423

Similar Jobs

Oracle Financial Accounting Hub Consultant

Accenture • Charlotte, NC • 1h ago

Finance, Accounting & Banking

We Are: Accenture is a global professional services company with leading capabilities in digital, cloud and security. Combining unmatched experience and specialized skills across more than 40 industries, we offer Strateg...

1h ago

Go to Apply

SAP Central Finance/Group Reporting Manager - CMT (Comms & Media)

Accenture • Charlotte, NC • 3h ago

Finance, Accounting & Banking

We Are: Accenture's SAP practice, and we live to see how this can transform the way we live and work. We are the industry-leader for building SAP solutions and we're curious and always learning. We're building the smarte...

3h ago

Go to Apply

Financial Services Sales Transformation Lead

Accenture • Charlotte, NC • 19h ago

Finance, Accounting & Banking

We are: Accenture Song accelerates growth and value for our clients through sustained customer relevance. Our capabilities span ideation to execution: growth, product and experience design; technology and experience plat...

19h ago

Go to Apply

Software Engineer, Backend - Financial Hub

Coinbase • Charlotte, NC • 19h ago

Finance, Accounting & Banking

Ready to be pushed beyond what you think you're capable of? At Coinbase, our mission is to increase economic freedom in the world. It's a massive, ambitious opportunity that demands the best of us, every day, as we build...

19h ago

Go to Apply

Oracle Financial Accounting Hub Manager

Accenture • Charlotte, NC • 1d ago

Finance, Accounting & Banking

1d ago

Go to Apply

Trade & Supply Chain Finance - Senior Sales Specialist

Citizens • Charlotte, NC • 1d ago

Finance, Accounting & Banking

Description Trade & Supply Chain Finance - Senior Sales Specialist The Trade & Supply Chain Finance Senior Sales Specialist delivers a variety of Trade solutions to clients, including Traditional Trade and Supply...

1d ago

Go to Apply

Senior Client Service Associate (Commercial Banking)

City National Bank • Charlotte, NC • 1d ago

Finance, Accounting & Banking

ACCOUNT OFFICER SENIOR WHAT IS THE OPPORTUNITY? This person is responsible for the day-to-day interaction with clients of the Commercial, Specialty or Corporate Banking Divisions. They are the primary contact person prov...

1d ago

Go to Apply

Post - Closing Quality Control Underwriter

City National Bank • Charlotte, NC • 1d ago

Finance, Accounting & Banking

POST - CLOSING QUALITY CONTROL UNDERWRITER WHAT IS THE OPPORTUNITY? This role reports directly to the Post-Closing Quality Control Manager and focuses on performing thorough PCQC underwriting to ensure loan quality, dete...

1d ago

Go to Apply

Prefunding Quality Assurance Underwriter

City National Bank • Charlotte, NC • 1d ago

Finance, Accounting & Banking

PREFUNDING QUALITY ASSURANCE UNDERWRITER WHAT IS THE OPPORTUNITY? This role reports directly to the Prefunding Quality Assurance Manager and focuses on performing thorough PFQA underwriting to ensure loan quality, detect...

1d ago

Go to Apply

Prefunding Quality Assurance Underwriter

City National Bank • Charlotte, NC • 1d ago

Finance, Accounting & Banking

1d ago

Go to Apply

Subscribe to get new jobs sent directly to you
(no charge, cancel anytime)

This site is protected by reCAPTCHA and the Google Privacy Policy and Terms of Service apply.