About this role:
Wells Fargo is seeking a Senior Commercial Banking Portfolio Manager to support the Healthcare, Higher Education and Nonprofit lending team in Specialized Industries in Commercial Banking. Learn more about the career areas and lines of business at wellsfargojobs.com. #CommercialBanking
In this role, you will:
Participate in performing financial research, underwriting, and structuring of highly complex private banking as well as consumer and mortgage relationships within Commercial Banking Portfolio Management functional area
Review and research business financial statements and tax returns that require an in-depth evaluation of multiple factors
Resolve moderately complex issues and lead Commercial Banking Portfolio Management team, to meet project deliverables, while leveraging solid understanding of the function, policies, procedures, and compliance requirements
Collaborate and consult with Commercial Banking Portfolio Management peers, colleagues, and mid level managers to resolve issues and achieve goals
Lead projects and teams or serve as a mentor for less experienced individuals
Required Qualifications:
Desired Qualifications:
Experience in Healthcare, Higher Education and Nonprofit 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 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
Job Expectations:
Ability to travel up to 10% 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:
1700 Lincoln, St - Denver, CO 80203
550 S Tryon St - Charlotte, NC 28202
10 S Wacker Dr - Chicago, IL 60606
30 Hudson Yards - New York, NY 10001
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.
$100,000.00 - $196,000.00
Benefits
Wells Fargo provides eligible employees with a comprehensive set of benefits, many of which are listed below. Visit Benefits - Wells Fargo Jobs for an overview of the following benefit plans and programs offered to employees.
Posting End Date:
20 Aug 2026
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.
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| Location | Chicago, IL |
| Industry | Financial Services |
| Salary | $100,000–$196,000 Per Year |
| Company Size | 10,000 employees or more |
| Year Founded | 1852 |
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