About this role:
Wells Fargo is seeking a Senior Lead Commercial Banking Portfolio Manager within the Commercial Banking Group. This is a great opportunity to work with one of the top commercial banking lenders in the U.S. Learn more about the career areas and lines of business at wellsfargojobs.com. #CommercialBanking
In this role, you will:
Act as an advisor to senior leadership to develop or influence objectives, plans, specifications, resources, and long term goals for highly complex business and technical needs across groups and functions
Lead the strategy and resolution of highly complex and unique challenges requiring in-depth evaluation across multiple areas of the company
Deliver solutions that are long term, large scale, which require vision, creativity, innovation, advanced analytical and inductive thinking, coordination of highly complex activities, and guidance to others
Provide vision, direction, and expertise to senior leadership on implementing innovative and significant business solutions that are large scale, cross functional, or companywide strategies within Commercial Banking Portfolio Management functional area
Engage with Commercial Banking Portfolio Management professionals and managers across the company and serve as an expert advisor to leadership
Required Qualifications:
7+ years of Commercial Banking Portfolio Management experience, or equivalent demonstrated through one or a combination of the following: work experience, training, military experience, education
Desired Qualifications:
Deep knowledge of Commercial Banking Market Coverage credit systems and institutional risk appetite frameworks
Extensive experience in commercial credit underwriting and credit approval processes across diverse industries and client segments
Extensive experience and advanced knowledge in structuring complex credit facilities
Deep understanding of credit policy, regulatory compliance, and enterprise risk management principles
Proven experience supporting both Middle Market and Emerging Middle Market clients, with a strong grasp of their unique credit needs and risk profiles
Demonstrated experience working collaboratively to deliver the organization to clients and prospects
Demonstrated experience generating new client relationships, building and retaining long-term client relationships
Experience developing and maintaining external and internal partnerships
Demonstrated ability to negotiate pricing, terms, collateral structures, and covenants in alignment with risk-return objectives
Comprehensive knowledge of commercial and specialty banking products, including treasury management, capital markets, and industry-specific solutions
In-depth understanding of loan servicing, portfolio monitoring, and early warning indicators for credit deterioration
Exceptional communication skills, with the ability to convey complex credit decisions clearly and persuasively to internal and external stakeholders
Highly organized, with the ability to manage multiple priorities, meet tight deadlines, and drive credit decisions in a fast-paced environment
Advanced degree or professional certification (e.g., CFA, CPA, CRC) preferred
Job Expectations:
Ability to travel up to 20% of the time
This position does not support Visa Sponsorship
Ability to work a hybrid work schedule
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
Job Locations:
21255 Burbank Blvd - Woodland Hills, CA 91367
2141 Rosecrans Ave - El Segundo, CA 90245
1655 Grant St - Concord, CA 94520
2030 Main St - Irvine, CA 92614
299 S Main St - Salt Lake City, UT
2410 S Power Rd - Mesa, AZ
877 W Main St - Boise, ID 83702
205 108th Ave NE - Bellevue, WA 98004
1201 Pacific Ave - Tacoma, WA 98402
999 3rd Ave - Seattle, WA
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.
$159,000.00 - $305,000.00
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:
13 Nov 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-504597
