About this role:
Wells Fargo is seeking a Senior Financial Crimes Specialist, to support due diligence over the bank's correspondent banking relationships in the US and Canadian markets. The candidate would join a team of established risk management consultants reporting to a dedicated Regional Risk Officer in the US. The new hire would oversee coverage for a set of financial institutions, assessing any AML/CFT risks to these relationships through an end-to-end risk underwriting process in support of Corporate, CIB, and FIG policies. Learn more about career areas and business divisions at wellsfargojobs.com.
In this role, you will:
Evaluate the strength of our client's AML/CFT and sanctions compliance programs through the periodic review process.
Lead the periodic review process by drafting relationship memos, facilitating compliance calls, analyzing transaction activities, assessing adverse media, and researching and escalating any higher risk issues.
Proactively identify higher risk issues and work with relationship managers and senior risk officers to develop, document, and implement action plans.
Perform investigative research and root cause assessment on higher risk transactions and/or policy violations.
Stay attuned to industry trends and best practices in financial crimes compliance and AML/sanctions, including any regulatory developments in the US and internationally.
Ensure complete, accurate, and timely documentation of customer data within the bank's customer risk management system.
Support the bank's efforts to combat cyber-crime, fraud, investment scams, and related typologies.
Lead projects, teams, or serve as a mentor for less experienced staff.
Support the focus of 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 FIG's customers and Wells Fargo.
Required Qualifications:
4+ years of Financial Crimes, Operational Risk, Fraud, Sanctions, Anti-Bribery, Corruption experience, or equivalent demonstrated through one or a combination of the following: work experience, training, military experience, education
Desired Qualifications:
AML/CFT and sanctions compliance background (or other financial crimes experience)
Experience performing customer due diligence and transaction investigations
Understanding of correspondent banking markets
Bachelors or Masters degree in finance, economics, criminal science, or applied sciences a plus
Knowledge of financial crimes related typologies
Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal skills
Strong analytical skills with attention to detail and accuracy
Experience with Microsoft Office, Excel, SharePoint, and other applications
Ability to work independently and effectively in a dynamic and rapidly evolving environment
Knowledge of the FFIEC Exam Manual, and CAMS certification a plus (or other financial crimes certifications)
Job Expectations:
This position offers a hybrid work schedule
This position is not eligible for Visa sponsorship
Potential of travel up to 5-10% of the time
This position is subject to FINRA Background Screening Requirements, including successful completion and clearing of a background check. Internal transfers are subject to comply with 17 CRF 240.17f-2 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 and FINRA Bylaws, Article III, Section 3, which states that Associated Persons should not be subject to statutory disqualification. Successful candidates must also meet ongoing regulatory requirements including additional screening and are required to report certain incidents.
Job posting may come down early due to volume of applicants
US Only Pay Range:
Arizona- Tempe Pay Range: $87,000- 140,000.00 USD Annually
Iowa- West Des Moines Pay Range: $87,000- 140,000.00 USD Annually
North Carolina - Charlotte Pay Range: $87,000- 140,000.00 USD Annually
Minnesota - Minneapolis Pay Range: $96,000.00 - 154,000.00 USD Annually
Missouri - St Louis Pay Range: $87,000.00-140,000.00 Annually
Pennsylvania--Philadelphia Pay Range: $96,000- 154,000 Annually
Texas-Irving Pay Range: $87,000- 140,000.00 USD Annually
Pay Range
Reflected is the base pay range offered for this position. Pay may vary depending on factors including but not limited to demonstrated examples of prior performance, skills, experience, or work location. Employees may also be eligible for incentive opportunities.
$87,000.00 - $154,000.00
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:
12 May 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.
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-536437
