About this role:
Wells Fargo is seeking a Financial Crimes Administrator
In this role, you will:
Perform general account handling functions such as close account determination, holds, restraints, etc.Document research findings and actions on cases for possible referrals for Suspicious Activity, Identity Theft Operations and Suspected Financial AbuseMaintain files, records, databases and prepare routine management reportsPerform moderately complex administrative, transactional, operational and customer support tasksMonitor moderate to complex account activity which requires research that may involve multiple transaction channelsReceive direction from supervisor and escalate non-routine questionsIdentify opportunities and make recommendations to improve processesInteract with immediate team and functional area on wider range of informationContact customers and vendors to validate transactions
Required Qualifications:
2+ years of Financial Crimes, Operational Risk, Fraud, Sanctions, Anti-Bribery, Corruption experience, or equivalent demonstrated through one or a combination of the following: work experience, training, military experience, education
Desired Qualifications:
1+ year of experience in financial crime compliance, investigations, or risk management, Sanctions Screening (Customer & Transaction), PEP & Negative News ScreeningKnowledge & understanding of BSA & USA PATRIOT Act, OFAC Sanctions ProgramsExperience using screening tools like World Check, Lexis Nexis, Dow Jones & RDCUnderstanding of payments / transactions such as SWIFT, ACH, Wires etc.Graduate, preferably in Finance / Business AdministrationAbility to identify red flags and disposition alerts using a risk based approachEye for detail, prioritization and time managementBasic Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint) skillsGood customer service skills and team work
Job Expectations:
Conduct thorough name screening checks using internal and external databases to identify potential matches against watchlists, sanctions lists, potentially exposed persons and adverse media.Analyze screening results to determine the relevance and risk level of potential matches, escalating high-risk cases to the appropriate stakeholders for further review and actionInvestigate and resolve false positives by conducting additional research and analysis to verity customer identities and assess potential risk factorsMaintain accurate documentation of screening activities, including narratives / notes, findings, decision rationale etc. in accordance with company policies and regulatory requirementsStay abreast of regulatory developments and industry best practicesCollaborate and consult with associates on all levels
Posting End Date:
23 Jan 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.
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