Lead Business Execution Consultant – Wholesale Operational Excellence

Wells Fargo

. Lead cross-functional teams to strategize, plan, and execute programs, services, and initiatives .

Posted 11/10/2026full-timeUnited StatesSenior💰 $119,000 - $206,000 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates extensive experience in Business Execution and Strategic Planning within the financial services sector, with a strong focus on leading cross-functional teams and implementing process improvements. Proficient in Agile/Scrum methodologies and capable of delivering data-driven insights to support strategic initiatives.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Business Execution ExperienceAgile/Scrum MethodologyFinancial Services OperationsData Analysis and InterpretationProcess Management Certifications

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Hard Skills

Strategic PlanningChange ManagementWorkflow ManagementCase ManagementIntelligent AutomationLow Code/No Code SolutionsUser Story DocumentationBusiness Case DevelopmentOperational Scorecard ReportingData Analysis

Soft Skills

Communication SkillsFacilitation SkillsLeadership SkillsProblem-Solving SkillsDecision-Making Skills

Tools & Technologies

MS Power AppsPower BI

Certifications & Qualifications

Lean Six SigmaCSPOAgileDesign Thinking

Industry Keywords

Banking IndustryRegulatory ComplianceBusiness PerformanceCross-Functional TeamsStakeholder Engagement

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead cross-functional teams to strategize, plan, and execute programs, services, and initiatives
Engage and consult with professionals and managers across multiple lines of business and advise leadership
Lead strategy and resolution of highly complex Business Execution challenges
Deliver long-term, large-scale solutions and business cases articulating key challenges and solutions
Review support-function effectiveness and business performance through fact finding and data analysis
Provide insights, identify efficiency opportunities, and develop recommendations
Facilitate decision making and issue resolution and support implementation of solutions and plans
Drive accountability for assigned initiatives and manage risks, impediments, and dependencies
Identify the impact of people changes and deliver readiness materials, procedures, and communications
Partner with scrum teams on product ownership, backlog, and feature support
Document requirements and user stories with acceptance criteria and build test scenarios
Influence, guide, and lead less experienced Strategy and Execution staff

Requirements

What you’ll need

5+ years of Business Execution, Implementation, or Strategic Planning experience, or equivalent demonstrated through work experience, training, military experience, or education
Experience in financial services operations, with an understanding of the banking industry, including regulatory compliance and best practices
Experience leading cross-functional teams through change management or transformation initiatives
Experience with workflow, case management, intelligent automation, and low code/no code solutions using tools such as MS Power Apps or Power BI
Experience working in Agile/Scrum methodology, including eliciting requirements, writing user stories, delivering iteratively, and coordinating user acceptance testing
Experience developing business cases to secure funding for process improvement and technology solutions
Experience gathering, analyzing, and interpreting data to identify opportunities and trends
Experience reporting operational scorecard metrics to stakeholders
Experience developing and implementing strategic plans aligned with bank goals and objectives
Ability to facilitate workshops and gather requirements from business SMEs and senior leadership
Ability to serve as a liaison between development, data, and operations teams
Ability to communicate at all levels of the organization, from frontline employees to executive leadership
Ability to manage multiple competing priorities and make risk decisions in a fast-paced environment with minimal direction
Process management certifications such as Lean Six Sigma, CSPO, Agile, or Design Thinking are a plus
Ability to work in office at the posted location
Willingness to work additional hours as needed
Not eligible for visa sponsorship

Benefits

Comp & perks

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
Incentive opportunities may be available