Lead Credit Risk Officer

Wells Fargo

Hybrid

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Work type
Hybrid
Location
West Des Moines, IA
Posted
3 days ago
Closes
Jul 11, 2026
Nearby
9 roles within 25 mi

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Wells Fargo & Company is one of the largest banks in the United States, providing banking, investment, mortgage, and consumer and commercial finance products and services nationwide. Industry: Banking & Financial Services

Wells Fargo currently has 67 open roles on FindRole.

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TL;DR · Lead Credit Risk Officer

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Wells Fargo Bank N.A. is hiring a Lead Credit Risk Officer in West Des Moines, IA, where you will lead the development of risk management strategies to enhance customer experience and drive sustainable business growth. Your day-to-day responsibilities include conducting comprehensive analyses to monitor strategy efficacy, minimizing credit losses, and collaborating with various departments to develop effective risk criteria. You will leverage SAS and SQL for data processing, analyze large datasets to inform strategic decisions, and present findings to senior managers to secure approval for new initiatives. This role requires a Master's degree in Statistics, Mathematics, Economics, or a related field, along with two years of experience in credit risk, quantitative analytics, or data science. The position involves managing pilot programs and creating performance reports that guide future risk strategy decisions within the financial services industry.

Skills

SAS SQL Python R Tableau PowerBI Excel Statistical Analysis Data Processing Credit Risk Management Quantitative Analytics Business Strategy Development Database Management Machine Learning Risk Assessment Model Validation Regulatory Compliance Financial Modeling Data Visualization

What you'll do

  • Develop and refine credit risk segmentation and approval strategies for various customer segments.
  • Conduct detailed analyses to monitor strategy effectiveness and minimize financial risks.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to create new risk criteria and strategies.
  • Manage pilot programs and implement changes that mitigate potential risks.
  • Create comprehensive performance reports on credit, delinquency, loss rates, and profitability.
  • Prioritize tasks and develop business cases for obtaining timely approval from senior management.

What we're looking for

  • Master's degree in Statistics, Mathematics, Economics, or a related quantitative field required.
  • At least 2 years of experience in Credit Risk, Quantitative Analytics, Data Science, or equivalent role.
  • Proficient in SAS and SQL for data processing and analysis.
  • Strong knowledge of statistical analysis techniques and tools.
  • Experience in developing and implementing business strategies using data from multiple sources.

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