Lead Equipment Finance Underwriter

About this role

Wells Fargo is seeking a Lead Equipment Finance Underwriter within our Commercial Capital 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
The WFEF Commercial Vehicle Group (CVG) Underwriter is responsible for the underwriting and management of titled vehicle vendor, leasing or finance, and third party origination programs where there is high reliance on the program counterparty. This includes managing floorplan relationships with transportation equipment dealers.

In this role, you will

Lead complex initiatives for researching financial and credit information for larger and more complex commercial or business loan and lease requests
Assist in structuring and approval of loan or leases within delegated authority and recommend transactions in excess of credit authority
Review and research financial and credit information for larger and complex loans and lease requests that require in-depth evaluation
Make decisions in complex and multifaceted situations requiring exceptional understanding of the Equipment Finance Underwriting functional area, policies, procedures, and compliance requirements
Collaborate and consult with peers, colleagues, and managers to achieve business objectives
Mentor or review analysis of less experienced individuals
Lead projects and approve transactions in excess of their credit authority

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

Strong cash flow analysis skills

Familiarity with various collateral types

Document negotiation skills

Financial Analysis experience

Experienced and proficient with Microsoft Office suite of products, including Excel, Word and PowerPoint

Experience working across multiple industries in an underwriting capacity (i.e. construction, transportation, industrial, manufacturing)

Experience working on transactions >$15MM

Strong communication skills with experience presenting to Senior Leadership and communicating with external clients

Job Expectations

Ability to travel up to 10% of the time

Ability to work a hybrid work schedule

This position does not support 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

Job Locations

600 S 4th St - Minneapolis, MN 55415

10 S Wacker Dr - Chicago, IL 60606

2600 S Price Rd - Chandler, AZ 85286

5000 Riverside Rd - Irving, TX 75039

83 Wooster Hts DANBURY, CT 06810

Additional Information

Minnesota - Minneapolis Pay Range: $153,000-$239,000
Illinois - Chicago Pay Range: $153,000-$239,000
Arizona - Chandler Pay Range: $139,000-$217,000
Texas - Irving Pay Range: $139,000-$217,000
Danbury- Connecticut Pay Range: $167,000-$260,000
#CommercialBanking
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.
$139,000.00 - $260,000.00

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.
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 Sep 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.
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