Lead Risk Analytics Consultant - Data Strategy & Architecture Lead

About this role:

Wells Fargo is seeking a Lead Risk Analytics Consultant - Data Strategy & Architecture Lead to join IDeAS (Information Delivery and Analytics Solutions). IDeAS designs, delivers, and governs the One Risk Platform, enabling consistent, scalable reporting, risk oversight, and advanced analytics across the firm.

In this role, the Lead Risk Analytics Consultant - Data Strategy & Architecture Lead will serve as the primary business-side data and analytics architect, partnering closely with Technology teams and Risk stakeholders to design a curated dataset layer in Dremio. This role is responsible for translating end‑user BI, reporting, and data delivery requirements into clear, execution‑ready architectural and data specifications that enable performance, reuse, and governance.

*In this role, you will:*

• Act as the business architectural lead for curated datasets supporting reporting, BI, and downstream analytics use cases within the One Risk Platform
• Design curated datasets to maximize performance and reduce runtime logic complexity
• Make clear architectural recommendations regarding taxonomy, standards, and the use of Dremio reflections
• Act as the primary business-side architectural counterpart to the Technology execution team building Dremio models and pipelines
• Provide clear execution artifacts, including dataset specifications, mapping logic, acceptance criteria, test scenarios, and performance targets
• Facilitate structured requirements sessions with Risk stakeholders and convert those requirements into implementation tasks

*Required Qualifications:*

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

*Desired Qualifications:*

• Strong understanding of Dremio, Power BI Fabric, ANSI SQL, and data architecture
• Excellent communication, organizational, and planning skills
• Experience in collaborating with both technical and non-technical partners
• Experience in Capital Markets and Risk Management
• Familiarity with BI tools and related data needs

*Job Expectations:*

• Willingness to work on-site at stated location on the job opening
• Relocation Assistance not available
• This position currently offers a hybrid work schedule
• This position is not eligible for Visa sponsorship
• 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 CFR 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
• Specific compliance policies may apply regarding outside activities and/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

Job Posting Locations:

• 550 S Tryon St, Charlotte, NC

Posting End Date: 

29 Apr 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.

Drug and Alcohol Policy

Wells Fargo maintains a drug free workplace.  Please see our Drug and Alcohol Policy to learn more.

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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.

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