Strategic Advisory Lead- National Branch Network, Columbus

About this role:

Wells Fargo is seeking a Lead Business Execution Consultant to serves as a strategic thought partner and force multiplier to senior leadership: translating ambiguity into structured, executive-ready narratives, decision frameworks, and strategic insights.

This role focuses on shaping thinking rather than driving execution, converting loosely defined ideas into compelling stories and actionable perspectives that accelerate decision-making.

In this role, you will:

Translate loosely defined concepts, conversations, and inputs into executive-level presentations, strategic narratives, and decision materials with clear tradeoffs and recommendations

Apply structured, hypothesis-driven problem solving to break down complex issues, define core problems, and identify risks, gaps, and assumptions

Synthesize diverse inputs: including data, stakeholder perspectives, and business context, into clear, insight-driven viewpoints

Craft compelling“so what” and “why it matters” messaging to drive alignment and inform decision-making

Act as a strategic thought partner to senior leadership by challenging assumptions, refining ideas, and strengthening clarity and positioning

Ensure consistency and cohesion of messaging across key strategic initiatives

Deliver high-quality, executive-ready outputs within rapid turnaround timelines (typically 24–48 hours) with minimal direction

Partner closely with transformation and program teams to transition well-defined strategies into execution

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

4+ years of experience in financial services, with focus on consumer banking or lending

4+ years of experience in strategic planning and/or consulting, supporting consumer banking or consumer banking initiatives

Desired Qualifications:

Experience delivering strategic insights by combining analytics, market intelligence, and business context

Strong executive presentation and communication skills, with experience supporting senior leadership forums

Advanced problem-solving and critical thinking capabilities

Experience partnering across senior stakeholders and cross-functional teams to influence outcomes

Experience operating in fast-moving environments, producing high-quality work with limited oversight

Background in consulting or structured strategy roles, with consulting firm experience preferred

Experience with data visualization tools and leveraging AI&technology to drive efficiency and insight

Advanced Microsoft Office suites experience

Job Expectations:

Ability to travel up to 25% of the time

This position offers a hybrid work schedule

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 demonstrated examples of prior performance, skills, experience, or work location. Employees may also be eligible for incentive opportunities.

$119,000.00 - $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:

3 Jun 2026

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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.

Req Number:

R-548117