About this role:
At Wells Fargo, we are looking for talented people who will put our customers at the center of everything we do. Help us build a better Wells Fargo. It all begins with outstanding talent. It all begins with you.
Wells Fargo is seeking a Lead Equipment Finance Underwriter to join their Vendor Financial Services Construction and Industrial Structured Team as part of Commercial Bank.
Learn more about the career areas and lines of business at www.wellsfargojobs.com
In this role, you will:
Lead or participate in research and underwrite the creditworthiness of moderately complex commercial or business loan and lease requests within Equipment Finance Underwriting functional area
Review and research moderately complex commercial or business loan and lease requests that require an in-depth evaluation
Perform periodic reviews on assigned portfolio credits
Maintain risk ratings and other relevant data on systems of record
Approve loans or leases within delegated credit authority and recommend transactions in excess of that authority
Collaborate and consult with Equipment Finance Underwriting peers, colleagues, and middle level managers and achieve business objectives
Work with internal and external business partners to gather information to make appropriate decisions
Required Qualifications:
5+ years of Equipment Finance Underwriting experience, or equivalent demonstrated through one or a combination of the following: work experience, training, military experience, education
Desired Qualifications:
Experience underwriting transactions and exposures in excess of $1MM
Financial Analysis experience
Experience working across multiple industries in an underwriting capacity (i.e. construction, transportation, industrial, manufacturing)
Experienced and proficient with Microsoft Office suite of products, including Excel, Word and PowerPoint
Bachelor's degree in accounting, business, economics, finance or related field
Job Expectations:
This position offers a hybrid work schedule.
Willingness to work on-site at stated location on the job opening
This position is not eligible for Visa sponsorship
Specific compliance policies may apply regarding outside activities or personal investing; affected employees will be expected to provide information to the Wells Fargo Personal Account Dealing Team and abide by applicable policy requirements if hired. Information will be shared about expectations during the recruitment process
May be considered for a discretionary bonus, Restricted Share Rights or other long-term incentive awards
Location:
801 Walnut Street Des Moines, Iowa 50309
401 Las Colinas Blvd W Irving, Texas 75039
2700 S Price Road Chandler, Arizona 85286
400 Highway 169 S Saint Louis Park, MN 55426
10 S Wacker Drive Chicago, Illinois 60606
U.S. only - Pay Range:
Chicago, Illinois: $153,000.00-$239,000.00 annually
Actual salary is determined by location, experience, and qualifications of the job
May be considered for a discretionary bonus, Restricted Share Rights, or other long-term incentive awards.
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.
Salary is just one component of Wells Fargo's total rewards package. Depending on the role, a Wells Fargo's employee may be eligible for additional forms of compensation, such as sales incentives, discretionary bonuses, and/or equity in the company in the form of Restricted Stock Units (RSUs).
$139,000.00 - $239,000.00
Benefits
Wells Fargo provides eligible employees with a comprehensive set of benefits, many of which are listed below. Visit Benefits - Wells Fargo Jobs (https://www.wellsfargojobs.com/en/life-at-wells-fargo/benefits) 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:
28 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 (https://www.wellsfargojobs.com/en/diversity/disability-inclusion/) .
Drug and Alcohol Policy
Wells Fargo maintains a drug free workplace. Please see our Drug and Alcohol Policy (https://www.wellsfargojobs.com/en/wells-fargo-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-484448
