Vice President, Commodities COO

Corporate & Investment Banking (CIB) delivers a comprehensive suite of banking, capital markets and advisory solutions, including a full complement of sales, trading and research capabilities, to corporate, government and institutional clients. We focus on our clients' overall financial needs, with consideration and respect for their total relationship with Wells Fargo.

The Chief Operating Office (COO) supports the business by delivering platforms, processes and systems across a wide range of disciplines. This includes LOB business management, business solutions & enablement, client lifecycle management, data management, strategy & transformation, and innovation.

About this role:

Wells Fargo is seeking a Commodities COO (VP level) in CIB as part of our Markets line of business. This opportunity is a business management role driving the growth, modernization, and long‑term expansion of the Commodity franchise within Global Markets. Learn more about the career areas and lines of business at wellsfargojobs.com.

In this role, you will:

• Continuously refine and monitor performance metrics to measure strategic impact, detect emerging issues, and guide data‑driven decisions that support growth
• Drive partnerships with key vendors, market‑data providers, exchanges, and brokers to optimize platform capabilities, enhance competitive positioning, and manage expenses effectively
• Partner with Finance, HR, Technology, Operations, Legal, Operational Risk, Business Controls, Internal Audit, and Regulatory Relations to ensure unified execution of strategic priorities
• Partner with the Line of Business CFO to steer financial performance through disciplined budgeting, forecasting, and analytical reporting that supports scalable expansion
• Proactively identify, assess, and mitigate operational and regulatory risks to ensure a resilient, globally compliant operating environment as the franchise grows

• Assist with the development and launch of new products and market‑expansion initiatives—while managing related internal and external risks
• Help coordinate with technology, models, and other highly technical workflows with internal and external teams to ensure seamless operations across existing offerings and new product expansion
• Assist with regulatory inquiries and Internal Audit, ensuring transparent communication, strong control discipline, and timely remediation of findings to support a resilient and growth‑ready operating environment

Required Qualifications:

• 5+ years of Business Execution, Implementation, or Strategic Planning experience, or equivalent demonstrated through one or a combination of the following: work experience, training, military experience, education

Desired Qualifications:

• 4+ years of Corporate & Investment Banking business management experience, or equivalent experience demonstrated through one or a combination of the following: work experience, training, military experience, education
• 4+ years of Capital Markets experience 
• Experience in commodities trading, risk management, operations, or market infrastructure
• Experience overseeing trading operations
• Experience introducing new processes and technologies to enhance operational efficiency
• Strong ability to diagnose inefficiencies, refine workflows, and elevate end‑to‑end processes
• Sound judgment with the confidence to challenge business decisions when appropriate

Job Expectations:

• This role is not eligible for VISA sponsorship.
• Ability to travel as needed.
• Relocation assistance available.
• Willingness to work on-site in accordance with current office requirements.
• Ability to work additional hours as needed.
• This position is subject to FINRA background screening requirements. Candidates must successfully complete and pass a background check prior to hire. In accordance with FINRA rules, individuals who are subject to statutory disqualification are not eligible to be associated with a FINRA-registered broker-dealer. Successful candidates must also meet and comply with ongoing regulatory obligations, which include periodic screening and mandatory reporting of certain incidents.
• Specific compliance policies may apply regarding outside activities or personal investing; affected employees will be expected to provide information to the Wells Fargo Personal Account Dealing Team and abide by applicable policy requirements if hired. Information will be shared about expectations during the recruitment process.

Posting location:

1000 Louisiana St. - Houston, Texas 770022

Pay Range
 

Reflected is the base pay range offered for this position. Pay may vary depending on factors including but not limited to demonstrated examples of prior performance, skills, experience, or work location. Employees may also be eligible for incentive opportunities.
$119,000.00 - $187,000.00

Posting End Date:

8 Oct 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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