Strategic Operations Lead (Chief of Staff / Executive Partner) HR

About this role: 

We are seeking a highly capable and strategic individual to serve as a  Strategic Operations Lead to support our Human Resource’s People Programs, Change and Analytics team in driving clarity, alignment, and momentum across a high-performing team. This role blends the responsibilities of a  Chief of Staff, strategic operator, and execution partner, ideal for someone who thrives in dynamic environments and can seamlessly move between big-picture thinking and hands-on delivery. 

In this role, you will: 

• Lead cross-functional teams to strategize, plan, and execute a variety of programs, services, and initiatives that directly support the operational effectiveness of the team. 
• Drive accountability for assigned initiatives, mitigate risk exposure, and identify opportunities to create efficiencies and improve execution. 
• Advance strategic communication efforts to elevate visibility of team initiatives across the organization, ensuring impactful storytelling and effective escalation of key outcomes to leadership. 
• Support the design and refinement of strategy, ensuring alignment with business goals and measurable outcomes. 
• Monitor progress and performance through data-driven assessments, leveraging creative approaches to solve complex issues and develop actionable recommendations. 
• Facilitate decision-making in highly complex and multifaceted situations, applying a solid understanding of the business group's functional areas to resolve issues and implement solutions. 
• Deliver outcome-oriented storytelling, translating insights and progress into compelling narratives that inform and influence stakeholders. 
• Collaborate and consult with members of the Business Execution team, team leaders, and strategic partners to drive initiatives forward. 

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 

• Advanced PowerPoint and visual storytelling skills, with a strong ability to structure strategic narratives that drive clarity and alignment. 
• Exceptional organizational instincts, capable of managing multiple priorities with precision, discretion, and a focus on outcomes. 
• Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities, with a demonstrated ability to synthesize complex information and strategies into actionable insights. 
• Highly proactive and resourceful, comfortable navigating ambiguity and driving progress independently. 
• Proven experience collaborating with senior executives and cross-functional teams, with a track record of influencing strategic direction. 
• Demonstrated success supporting executive-level decision-making, strategic planning, and progress monitoring through data-driven storytelling. 

Job Expectations:

• Hybrid work schedule 550 S 4th St., Minneapolis, MN
• Relocation assistance is not available for this position
• Ability to travel up to 5-10% of the time
• This position is not eligible for Visa sponsorship

Pay Range
 

Reflected is the base pay range offered for this position. Pay may vary depending on factors including but not limited to achievements, skills, experience, or work location. The range listed is just one component of the compensation package offered to candidates.

$131,000.00 - $206,000.00

Benefits

Wells Fargo provides eligible employees with a comprehensive set of benefits, many of which are listed below. Visit Benefits - Wells Fargo Jobs for an overview of the following benefit plans and programs offered to employees.

• 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

Posting End Date:

24 Aug 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.

Applicants with Disabilities

To request a medical accommodation during the application or interview process, visit Disability Inclusion at Wells Fargo.

Drug and Alcohol Policy

 

Wells Fargo maintains a drug free workplace.  Please see our Drug and Alcohol Policy to learn more.

Wells Fargo Recruitment and Hiring Requirements:

a. Third-Party recordings are prohibited unless authorized by Wells Fargo.

b. Wells Fargo requires you to directly represent your own experiences during the recruiting and hiring process.