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Shannon Chase

Stuart,IA

Summary

Partnering with CRS businesses to perform the risk-related, administrative, and technical activities required for onboarding, monitoring, and decommissioning vendors (third party service providers) of varying risk levels (i.e., low, moderate, elevated risk)

Understanding of Quality Control (QC) development and implementation of testing practices/processes

Ability to work effectively in a virtual team environment.

Promoting consistent vendor management execution across CRS team, and Engagement and Relationship Manager Delegates in Supplier Management

Intermediate Microsoft Office (Outlook, Excel, Word, PowerPoint and SharePoint) skills

Experience developing and cultivating professional relationships.

Process improvement experience

Strong relationship management skills

Ability to take initiative, identify opportunities and implement change.

Ability to monitor business activities and controls ensure sustainable risk mitigation risks are mitigated.

Lead for managing procedures within the Recovery department. This includes facilitating meetings with leadership, updating, developing new procedures, submit to through change control process and tracking.

Ability to draft, manage and monitor procedures and processes.

Knowledge of Wells Fargo customers' written and email communications

Strong communication skills including phone, presentation, ability to influence and negotiation.

Collaborate and consult with team leaders in developing project plans, policies, and procedures.

Advanced Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint) skills

Coordinate and collaborate of enterprise procedure teams.

Demonstrated experience supporting data and reporting for operational business units.

Draft, advice, publish and monitor procedures, job aids, process flows and communications.

Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills.

Regulatory allegation remediation and restitution experience.

Risk mitigation experience, including evaluation, monitoring, reporting, and consulting.

Effectively execute quality assurance reviews to assess adherence to documented policy and procedures.

Experience resolving and working through escalated and complex issues.

Ability to work under tight deadlines and high-pressure timeframes.

Home Mortgage, Home Equity, Business Equity Line, NowLine and Personal Lines and Loans product knowledge.

Proficient in TRIMS, ECaR, Shaw/Hogan, MSP/CPI and R1.

Ability to adapt to changing priorities flexibly in an effective manner.

Proven ability to take on a high level of responsibility, initiative, and accountability.

Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.

History of high production and quality - with high diligence and accuracy.

Strong analytical, conflict management and decision-making skills.

Loan Level Review experience as well as experience supporting and leading formal projects and initiatives.

Ability to thrive independently and part of a team.

Ability to prioritize work, meet deadlines, achieve goals, and work under pressure in a dynamic and complex environment.

Overview

18
18
years of professional experience

Work History

Senior Business Accountability Specialist

Wells Fargo
12.2021 - 04.2024
  • Extensive knowledge of Third-Party Program
  • Developed quarterly training for department
  • Review for potential risks around policy reviews
  • Participate in planning and executing a variety of programs, services, and initiatives, and monitor key indicators to ensure effective performance and control management of assigned operations or business groups
  • Review basic initiatives including policy or process changes, process improvements, technology enhancements, and conduct regular reviews to identify efficiencies and cost savings opportunities
  • Receive direction from leaders and exercise independent judgement while developing an understanding of policies and procedures, best practices, and initiatives
  • Collaborate and consult with mid-level managers or cross-functional business partners
  • Provide work direction to less experienced Strategy and Execution staff.
  • Followed all company policies and procedures to deliver quality work.
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to achieve project goals on time and within budget.
  • Conducted thorough research to identify trends and inform decision-making for business growth initiatives.
  • Implemented new training programs for staff, leading to higher employee retention rates and better overall performance.
  • Championed the adoption of new software tools that streamlined workflows across multiple departments.
  • Optimized supply chain management, resulting in reduced delivery times and increased inventory accuracy.
  • Gathered, organized and input information into digital database.
  • Collected, arranged, and input information into database system.
  • Generated reports detailing findings and recommendations.
  • Maintained database systems to track and analyze operational data.
  • Conducted regular reviews of operations and identified areas for improvement.
  • Improved customer satisfaction rates through proactive problem-solving and efficient complaint resolution.

Business Risk & Control Associate-Third Party Risk

Wells Fargo
11.2019 - 12.2021
  • Complete multiple quality assurance reviews for Third Party, Engagement & Relationships profiles
  • Complete projects as they arise
  • Creating and or updating new or existing procedures
  • Partnering with other departments within CSBB to perform the risk-related, administrative, and technical activities required for onboarding, monitoring, and decommissioning vendors (third party service providers) of varying risk levels (i.e., low, moderate, high risk)
  • Created new quality assurance program within CSBB
  • Collaborated with our international partners regarding quality assurance reviews
  • Lead all team meetings and international team meetings.
  • Evaluated new business opportunities for potential risks, providing insightful recommendations to support informed decisionmaking.
  • Devised new systems and specific processes to handle ongoing monitoring needs for potential risks.
  • Conducted regular reviews of company policies and procedures to identify areas for improvement in risk management practices.
  • Delivered impactful training sessions on risk management best practices to enhance staff knowledge and skills in identifying, assessing, and mitigating business risks.

Operations Analyst 3

Wells Fargo
01.2013 - 11.2019
  • SME for developing, updating, and overseeing all procedures department
  • Manage two vendors for Excess Funds group within Recovery
  • Ensure the vendors are meeting SLA's and are complying and meeting contract guidelines
  • Complete 290 monthly secured environment audits for department
  • Responsible for resolution of regulatory risks to the company through both remediation and restitution
  • Manage Recovery Settlements letter mailbox for department-second level review letters to ensure all data is accurate
  • SharePoint Administrator for department
  • Create Visio /PowerPoint decks for assigned projects to present to management
  • Complete multiple business line reviews to identify any risk and developed controls around those identified risk areas
  • Research, develop, compile, analyze and deliver various operational data from multiple sources
  • Conduct monthly quality audits to ensure compliance with internal and government regulations
  • Interpret and identify trends for various reports and maintain them daily
  • Assist with ongoing production and workflow improvement effort
  • Manage small to medium projects
  • Manage multiple assignments, processes with minimal supervision
  • Develop and deliver both written and verbal communication on assigned projects
  • Facilitate daily reporting for a compliance and business risk
  • Led multiple Change Management projects to improve Recovery team processes, including procedure and letter updates and creation and work assignments
  • Collaborated with both RECOR and Legal for approvals
  • Authored and edited internal and external facing communications, including employee Stagecoach communications, customer-facing correspondence, and presentations of information/recommendations to upper management
  • Develop, update, and oversee training material in department
  • Performed analysis of multiple recurring reports, assisted with creation, and testing of new reporting.
  • Managed multiple projects simultaneously, delivering results within tight deadlines while maintaining high-quality standards.
  • Optimized operational efficiency by analyzing and streamlining processes.
  • Improved team productivity by implementing effective workflow strategies and time management techniques.
  • Created custom reports and visualizations to support decision-making processes.
  • Enhanced data accuracy through meticulous attention to detail in data management tasks.
  • Assessed operational performance to identify areas for improvement.
  • Conducted data analysis to identify opportunities for streamlining client operations and improving customer satisfaction.
  • Supported supervisor and associated team members to maintain system functionality.
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to develop comprehensive project plans, ensuring timely delivery of key milestones.
  • Developed and updated tracking spreadsheets using Excel.
  • Exhibited strong analytical skills when reviewing financial reports, leading to valuable insights for budget allocation decisions.
  • Maintained a keen awareness of industry trends and developments, allowing for proactive adaptation of operational strategies accordingly.
  • Assisted in the development of operational policies and procedures that aligned with organizational goals and objectives.
  • Worked with engineers and technical staff to recommend hardware and software adjustments and resolve design flaws.
  • Analyzed trend data to forecast operational needs and plan next course of action.
  • Developed performance metrics to evaluate operations effectiveness, enabling continuous improvement initiatives.
  • Scanned system for frequent technical issues, employing troubleshooting techniques for resolution.
  • Strengthened communication between departments, facilitating a seamless flow of information for faster decision-making processes.
  • Supported business growth by providing insightful recommendations based on detailed market research and competitor analysis.
  • Established strong relationships with key stakeholders, fostering a collaborative environment conducive to achieving shared goals.
  • Identified inefficiencies in current systems, recommending adjustments that resulted in increased productivity levels.
  • Implemented best practice methodologies for inventory management, resulting in reduced stock discrepancies.
  • Actively participated in strategic planning meetings, contributing valuable input towards setting departmental objectives.
  • Spearheaded process automation initiatives, reducing manual efforts required in day-to-day operations tasks significantly.
  • Contributed to the successful launch of new products and services through rigorous testing and quality assurance checks.
  • Consulted with stakeholders to develop operational strategies and processes.
  • Designed plans to improve operations and suggested changes to systems for overall organization.
  • Created and managed operational databases to store and track data and maintain accurate information.
  • Investigated and resolved alerts, conducted queries and culled records to assist with maintenance and problem resolution.
  • Developed operational budgets to control costs and monitor spending.
  • Increased cost savings by identifying areas for process improvement and implementing cost-effective solutions.
  • Identified and analyzed project risks and developed mitigation strategies.

Loan Servicing Specialist 4

Wells Fargo
12.2011 - 01.2013
  • Developed and implemented procedures to assure compliance with government regulations and to maximize efficiency and customer service
  • Subject Matter Expert for HAMP
  • Researched, compiled, and analyzed various operational data from multiple sources
  • Distributed work to group/monitor workloads
  • Performed UAT/System testing of different documents/letters to ensure quality assurance and compliance
  • Managed small to medium projects
  • Processed modification docs.

Loan Adjuster Specialist-Short Sales/Modifications

12.2008 - 12.2011
  • Negotiated liquidation options for customers adhering to compliance and government regulations
  • Managed relationships with third party mortgage companies and realtors
  • Assisted borrowers in the short sale process
  • Handled both inbound and outbound calls
  • Worked a pipeline of 100-150 accounts daily
  • Reviewed credit reports, financial statement, and debt ratios to determine eligibility.

Customer Service Representative

06.2006 - 12.2008
  • Provided payoffs to third parties and Wells Fargo Affiliates
  • Assisted with processing new subordinations
  • Cross trained in Home Equity Customer Care and Communications
  • Handled both inbound and outbound calls.

Education

High School Diploma -

Newton High School
Newton, IA
05.2003

Skills

  • 17 years in Financial Services Industry
  • Risk Management
  • Business Controls
  • Business Execution
  • Audit, Risk experience
  • Procedure writing experience
  • Third Party Service Provider Management
  • Operational Risk Review
  • Project Management
  • Reporting, Data Analysis
  • Meeting Facilitation & Presentation
  • Process Implementation
  • Regulatory Remediation
  • OCC
  • Quality Assurance
  • Relationship Building & Collaboration
  • Business Process Management
  • Understanding of Quality Control (QC) development and implementation of testing practices/processes
  • Administrative support
  • Ability to work effectively in a virtual team environment
  • Advanced Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint) skills
  • Strong attention to detail and accuracy skills
  • Knowledge and understanding of remediation policy, processes, and procedures
  • Process improvement experience
  • Expert Problem Solving
  • Documentation Management

Knowledgeandskills

17+ years in the following: Home Equity, Home Mortgage, Business Equity Lines, Personal Lines and Loans., Letter Maker, WISP, CIT, ECaR, Hogan, Shaw, MSP, FDR, R1 ICMP, EDM, Trims, Decision Ready, Change Control, Documentum, eService, Easy Pay, Procedure portal, PAC2000, BCP Central Reporting system, STORM, Access, Excel, InfoPath, OneNote, Outlook, Project, PowerPoint, SharePoint, Visio, Word, Tableau, EDM, ICMP, IRRIS, Documentum, eService, GEM

Timeline

Senior Business Accountability Specialist

Wells Fargo
12.2021 - 04.2024

Business Risk & Control Associate-Third Party Risk

Wells Fargo
11.2019 - 12.2021

Operations Analyst 3

Wells Fargo
01.2013 - 11.2019

Loan Servicing Specialist 4

Wells Fargo
12.2011 - 01.2013

Loan Adjuster Specialist-Short Sales/Modifications

12.2008 - 12.2011

Customer Service Representative

06.2006 - 12.2008

High School Diploma -

Newton High School
Shannon Chase