International Enterprise Functions Compliance & Operational Risk, Technology and COO

About this role: At Wells Fargo, a global and award-winning bank, we are seeking an experienced professional to join our Compliance and Operational Risk Department as the lead coverage for the Technology Function which supports the international business activities.   This role is for a senior leader based in the United Kingdom, responsible for the provision and oversight of compliance and operational risk management for Technology as a Function. You will act as a subject matter expert on relevant regulations and associated operational risks applicable to Technology, ensuring advice is proactively provided and risks (including emerging risks) are identified and appropriately managed. The role will require the individual to work closely with colleagues and counterparts in the US as part of a global team, leveraging the expertise and depth of resource of our global partners. Exceptional and proven subject matter expertise of the complex and diverse risks associated with Technology applicable to a global CIB organisation operating on a cross-border basis is essential. As a part of Wells Fargo’s second line of defense and Independent Risk Management team, covers jobs responsible for establishing, implementing, and maintaining risk standards and programs to ensure compliance with federal, state, agency, legal, regulatory, and Corporate Policy requirements, while also providing governance, oversight, and credible challenge of operational risk exposures and risk management practices arising from inadequate or failed internal processes, people, systems, or external events.  In this role, you will: Operate as a senior member of the International Enterprise Functions Compliance and Operational Risk team. Have primary responsibility for the second line oversight and risk management of Technology as a function, and the related functional topics such as Data Management, Information Security and Artificial Intelligence (AI) applicable to the international lines of business, with a particular focus on Corporate and Investment Banking (CIB), Commercial Banking and Global Payments and Liquidity. Be a subject matter expert (SME) of the relevant regulations and Operational risks applicable to Technology with in-depth knowledge of the continuously evolving global environment relating to AI. Bring industry standards and knowledge regarding Technology and AI to life. Provide proactive, value add technical regulatory compliance and operational risk advice to the relevant Technology Functions and associated lines of business, acting as a trusted risk manager and partner. Proactively challenge to ensure risk is identified and appropriately managed, including raising issues as needed. Lead for Compliance and Operational Risk in relevant business led projects, including new business initiatives.  Drive efficiency and actively seek opportunities for process improvements, focusing on areas of heightened risk. Engage effectively with Global and International Compliance and Operational Risk teams, providing SME advisory input including: Regulatory change management Risk Assessments (First and Second Line) Policy and Training Monitoring Reporting Make decisions and resolve issues in a timely manner to meet business objectives, escalating as necessary. Represent Compliance and Operational Risk at relevant governance committees and other forums as necessary by providing challenge and robust oversight.  Work with other global and international leaders to ensure business needs are supported.  Collaborate and influence all levels of stakeholders and internal clients. Build relationships with corporate, business leaders, Legal, Audit, regulators and industry partners on risk related topics. Alert management immediately of any material or significant risks (and potential risks). Support the broader Independent Risk Management (IRM) teams by operating horizontally and consider holistic risks, providing constructive solutions for the wider team. Identify