About this role:
Wells Fargo is seeking a Quantitative Analytics Specialist.
In this role, you will:-
Develop, implement, and calibrate various analytical models
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Perform highly complex activities related to financial products, business analysis and modeling
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Perform basic statistical and mathematical models using Python, R, SAS, C++ and SQL
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Perform analytical support and provide insights regarding a wide array of business initiatives
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Provide solutions to business needs and analyze workflow processes to make recommendations for process improvement in risk management
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Collaborate and consult with peers, colleagues, managers, and regulators to resolve issues and achieve goals
Required Qualifications:-
2+ years of Quantitative Analytics experience, or equivalent demonstrated through one or a combination of the following: work experience, training, military experience, education
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Master's degree or higher in statistics, mathematics, physics, engineering, computer science, economics, or quantitative discipline
Desired Qualifications:-
Strong mathematical, statistical, analytical and computational skills along with programming skills
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Strong communication skills for a variety of audiences (other technical staff, senior management and regulators) both verbally and in writing
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Capability to multi-task and finish work within strict timelines and provide timely requests for information and follow-up questions
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Ability to work independently on complex model validations from start to finish
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Able to demonstrate first-hand knowledge of advanced topics in various mathematical and numerical methods such as Monte Carlo, stochastic calculus, differential equations, linear algebra, applied probability, and statistics;
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Skill in managing relationships with key model stakeholders
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Eagerness to contribute collaboratively on projects and discussions
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Perpetual interest in learning something new, but being comfortable with not knowing the all the answers
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Attention to detail in both analytics and documentation
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Aptitude for synthesizing data to 'form a story' and align information to contrast/compare to industry perspective
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Intellectually curious, who enjoy solving problems.
Job Expectations:-
Performing model validations and clearly documenting evidence of validation activities
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Develop benchmarking and alternative models in Python/R/Matlab/SAS
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Conducting model replication and review of model documentation
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Providing effective challenge to models developed in/for the lines of business, including identifying conceptual weaknesses in a model and understanding tradeoffs with other approaches
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Managing and mitigating model risk to meet or exceed regulatory and industry standards
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Providing leadership and consultation to less experienced validators and business partners
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Communicating model risk findings and limitations to key stakeholders
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Contributing to the improvement of model building and model use practices
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Providing analytical support and offering insights regarding a wide array of business initiatives
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Interacting with senior management and regulators on key modeling issues, including the identification, management, and mitigation of model risk
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Proactively following the industry trend to apply and develop new technology as part of R&D to improve efficiency
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Adoption of Gen AI tools
Posting End Date:
13 Nov 2025
*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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