About this role:
Wells Fargo is seeking a Lead Commercial Banking Portfolio Manager to support the Government lending team in Specialized Industries in Commercial Banking. Learn more about the career areas and lines of business at wellsfargojobs.com (https://www.wellsfargojobs.com/career-areas/) . #CommercialBanking
In this role, you will:
Lead complex initiatives including those that are cross functional, with broad impact, and act as a key participant in overseeing lending activities for a wholesale banking business and geographic market
Review and research complex multifaceted, large scale, and long term business challenges that require in-depth evaluation of multiple factors including intangibles or unprecedented factors
Make decisions in complex and multifaceted situations requiring understanding of the function, policies, procedures, and compliance requirements that influence and lead the broader work team to meet deliverables and drive new initiatives
Collaborate and consult with peers, colleagues, and mid level to more experienced managers to resolve issues and achieve goals
Lead projects and teams or serve as a peer mentor
Required Qualifications:
5+ 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:
Experience in Government lending sectors
Ability to quickly evaluate direct and operating exposure situations on short deadlines driven by the RFP process
Advanced credit structuring and portfolio analysis skills, with ability to evaluate complex and unique lending situations
Demonstrated experience leading cross-functional initiatives involving Credit, Risk, Relationship Management, and Operations
Strong understanding of commercial credit policy, regulatory considerations, and municipal risk rating methodologies
Proven ability to mentor and guide peers or junior portfolio managers in underwriting quality, portfolio monitoring, and credit decisioning
Strong communication skills, with ability to present complex credit findings and recommendations to leaders and credit partners
Strong understanding of municipal credit facilities, terms, documentation and current market conditions
Advanced working relationship with internal and outside bank counsel
Job Expectations:
Ability to travel up to 10% of the time
This position is not eligible for Visa sponsorship
This position offers 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
Locations:
10 S Wacker Dr - Chicago, IL 60606
333 Market St - San Francisco, CA 94105
333 S Grand Ave - Los Angeles, CA 90071
1100 Abernathy Rd - Atlanta, GA 30328
550 S Tryon St - Charlotte, NC 28202
600 S 4th St - Minneapolis, MN 55415
1700 Lincoln St - Denver, CO 80203
8601 N Scottsdale Rd - Scottsdale, AZ 85253
Chicago - Pay Range: $143,000-$224,000
San Francisco - Pay Range: $143,000-$224,000
Los Angeles - Pay Range: $143,000-$224,000
Minneapolis - Pay Range: $131,000-$206,000
Denver - Pay Range: $131,000-$206,000
Charlotte - Pay Range: $119,000-187,000
Atlanta - Pay Range: $119,000-187,000
Scottsdale - Pay Range: $119,000-187,000
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 demonstrated examples of prior performance, skills, experience, or work location. Employees may also be eligible for incentive opportunities.
$119,000.00 - $224,000.00
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:
15 Jul 2026
*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-555492
