Senior Lead Risk Analytics Consultant

Wells Fargo

. Serve as the Credit Risk Lead for new business initiatives and lending growth strategies within Business Banking .

Posted 10/9/2026full-timeUnited StatesSenior💰 $159,000 - $305,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in Credit Risk Management and Risk Analytics, with a strong focus on developing and implementing credit risk strategies. Proven ability to lead complex cross-functional initiatives and deliver innovative business solutions while effectively communicating with diverse stakeholders.

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Credit Risk ManagementRisk AnalyticsAdvanced Analytics Using SQL, SAS, Python, R, Power BI, TableauCredit Risk Strategy DevelopmentPortfolio Analytics

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Hard Skills

Credit Risk ModelsStatistical ModelingFinancial ModelingData AnalysisRisk-Return TradeoffsPortfolio Performance MonitoringCredit Decision StrategiesProblem-SolvingStrategic ThinkingInnovative Thinking

Soft Skills

Excellent Communication SkillsInfluencing DecisionsCollaborationLeadershipPresentation Skills

Certifications & Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree in Quantitative Discipline

Industry Keywords

Business BankingLending Growth StrategiesRisk GovernanceCompliance ObligationsNew Product DevelopmentCustomer Growth InitiativesCommercial LendingConsumer LendingDeposit Risk

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

PythonSQLTableau

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Serve as the Credit Risk Lead for new business initiatives and lending growth strategies within Business Banking
Shape how the bank evaluates, launches, and scales business deposit and lending products
Assess credit risk impacts and develop risk strategies
Influence executive decisions
Partner across Product, Finance, Analytics, Technology, Operations, Compliance, Legal, and Independent Risk Management
Advise experienced leadership on analysis, portfolio monitoring, oversight, insights, and decision strategies
Lead strategy and resolution of highly complex challenges using advanced analytics and performance monitoring
Extract data and provide statistical and financial modeling companywide
Deliver long-term, large-scale solutions requiring vision, innovation, coordination, and guidance to others
Provide leadership with direction and expertise on innovative, significant business solutions and companywide strategies
Engage with professionals and managers at all levels companywide
Support risk governance, monitoring, identification, escalation, remediation, and compliance obligations

Requirements

What you’ll need

7+ years of Risk Analytics experience, or equivalent demonstrated through work experience, training, military experience, or education
7+ years of experience in credit risk management, risk analytics, risk strategy development, or a related financial services discipline
Experience developing, evaluating, implementing, and monitoring credit risk strategies
Small business, commercial, or consumer lending or deposit risk experience
Experience supporting new product development, portfolio expansion, or customer growth initiatives
Knowledge of credit risk models, portfolio analytics, and credit decision strategies
Advanced analytics experience using SQL, SAS, Python, R, Power BI, Tableau, or similar tools
Experience leading complex cross-functional initiatives from concept through implementation and monitoring
Strong credit risk acumen, including understanding of portfolio performance, key risk drivers, and risk-return tradeoffs
Strong analytical skills with the ability to analyze complex data and translate findings into actionable strategy recommendations
Demonstrated problem-solving, strategic, and innovative thinking, and sound judgment
Excellent verbal, written, and presentation communication skills, including the ability to explain complex concepts to non-technical audiences
Proven ability to influence decisions and partner effectively across multiple stakeholder groups
Bachelor's or graduate degree in a quantitative discipline is desired
Visa sponsorship not available
Ability to work at one of the approved locations in the job posting
Willingness to comply with the current hybrid work model

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