Lead Business Execution Strategy & Planning Consultant

About this role:Wells Fargo is seeking a strategic, data-driven Lead Business Execution Consultant with a consulting, market planning, or strategy & analytics background to join the Branch Channel Management Market Planning team focused on branch and ATM market planning.This role plays a critical leadership function in shaping and executing long-term branch and ATM distribution strategies across assigned markets. The ideal candidate operates at the intersection of business strategy, analytics, and executive storytelling—translating complex data into clear, decision-ready insights. You will help drive enterprise-wide retail distribution decisions by uncovering market insights, partnering with analytics and data science teams, and influencing senior stakeholders in a fast-paced, results-driven environment.Learn more about the career areas and lines of business at wellsfargojobs.com.In this role, you will:Own end‑to‑end market‑level branch network strategy and execution, combining deep field insight with advanced analytics to inform branch expansion, relocation, downsizing, closure, and ATM optimization decisions.Ensure physical distribution investments align with market opportunity, customer demand, long‑term network strategy, and enterprise financial targets.Serve as a trusted advisor to regional and executive leaders by delivering clear, decision‑ready insights, tradeoffs, and recommendations.Maintain a strong field presence to understand macro‑ and micro‑market dynamics and influence senior stakeholders through fact‑based, actionable guidance.Lead the new branch and ATM investment pipeline from concept through approval, ensuring alignment with strategic priorities and capital objectives.Own branch closure planning, including candidate identification, stakeholder engagement, and assessment of financial, customer, and operational impacts.Partner closely with regional leadership, finance, risk, compliance, corporate properties, and strategy teams to align market strategy, capital deployment, and execution priorities.Provide strategic direction to corporate real estate partners on lease renewals, downsizing, and repositioning opportunities.Integrate advanced analytics, geospatial insights, and scenario modeling into rigorous, fact‑based recommendations that support enterprise decision‑making.Coordinate risk, compliance, and control considerations associated with branch and ATM network changes.Required Qualifications5+ 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, education5+ years of Retail Network Planning experienceDesired Qualifications:Experience in distribution strategy, network planning, real estate strategy, or a related field.Experience applying advanced analytics to inform strategic and investment decisions.Demonstrated ability to synthesize complex data into clear, executive‑level insights and actionable recommendations.Experience within banking, financial services, or large‑scale branch network environments.Proven track record of leading market‑ or enterprise‑scale initiatives through influence and cross‑functional collaboration.Bachelor’s degree or higher in a quantitative, analytical, or business discipline.Strong executive communication skills, including decision‑oriented storytelling and the ability to influence senior stakeholders.Solid understanding of financial principles, market performance drivers, capital tradeoffs, and return‑based decision making, including experience with geospatial analysis and scenario modeling.Job Expectations:Travel up to 60% required in this roleThis position offers a hybrid work scheduleThis position is not eligible for Visa sponsorship.Posting Location401 W Las Colinas Blvd, Irving, TX, 75039Posting End Date: 17 Sep 2026*Job posting may come down early due to volume of applicants.We Value Equal OpportunityWells 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.Candidates applying to job openings posted in Canada: Applications for employment are encouraged from all qualified candidates, including women, persons with disabilities, aboriginal peoples and visible minorities. Accommodation for applicants with disabilities is available upon request in connection with the recruitment process.Applicants with DisabilitiesTo request a medical accommodation during the application or interview process, visit Disability Inclusion at Wells Fargo.Drug and Alcohol PolicyWells 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.SummaryLocation: DALLAS, TXType: Full time