Michelle Connolly
Vp-talent Acquisition Manager-supporting Corporate Risk @Wells Fargo
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WORK HISTORY
Vp-talent Acquisition Manager-supporting Corporate Risk @Wells Fargo
Charlotte, NC, US
At Wells Fargo, I was recruited to build and lead the talent acquisition function for the Chief Risk Office and Corporate Risk from the ground up. I grew our lean recruiting team from just three to ten people by identifying critical gaps in service and aligning capacity to business demand. Navigating a complex post-Workday implementation environment, I led over 15 key recruiting projects while streamlining processes through automation and sprint teams. I’m proud to have implemented Tableau dashboards that cut time-to-fill metrics nearly in half, creating a data-driven culture focused on high performance. As a Prosci-certified change leader, I championed cultural transformation by building grassroots focus groups that fostered engagement and guided my team through change with empathy and clarity.
EDUCATION
Elon University
B.A., Psychology
ABOUT MICHELLE CONNOLLY
With over 30 years of experience leading talent acquisition and organizational transformation across financial services, industrial supply, and agency sectors, I bring a strategic, data-driven, and deeply empathetic approach to people leadership. I thrive at the intersection of talent, technology, and culture through partnering with businesses to design scalable workforce solutions that deliver measurable impact and foster engaged, high-performing teams.Currently, as Vice President of Talent Acquisition at Wells Fargo, I lead enterprise recruiting initiatives for the Chief Risk Office, where I was first Manager overseeing CRO function from the ground up, optimized processes, and implemented data-driven KPIs that accelerated hiring velocity by nearly 50%. My background includes successfully managing complex portfolios, multi-million-dollar budgets, and leading cross-functional teams through transformative change, always with a focus on coaching, compliance, and cultivating inclusive cultures.Previously, at Bank of America and Discover Financial Services, I turned around underperforming markets, scaled global onboarding programs, and drove strategic talent initiatives that fueled growth and reduced attrition. My leadership style is rooted in emotional intelligence and situational awareness, empowering teams to adapt and excel in evolving environments.I am passionate about leveraging my expertise to support mission-driven organizations, especially in the legal and regulated sectors, to elevate talent acquisition as a strategic business partner. Let’s Connect! I’m always eager to network, share insights, and explore opportunities to create meaningful change. Feel free to reach out to me here on LinkedIn.
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