About this role:

Wells Fargo is seeking a Lead Credit Risk Officer / Credit Administration & Development Officer. We are seeking a highly motivated credit and banking professional to join the Wholesale Workout team as a Lead Credit Risk Officer / Credit Administration & Development Officer. This role provides credit administration support to banking teams and partners with internal groups including Business Risk Management, Chief Risk Officer (CRO), and Line of Business (LOB) teams.

You will also play a key leadership role in managing and developing the early talent analyst pool, while driving the implementation of new enterprise credit policy requirements and enhancing group procedures. This position is ideal for a strategic thinker who thrives in a collaborative environment and is passionate about talent development, risk mitigation, and operational excellence.

In this role, you will:

Provide strategic vision for streamlining Workout portfolio management activities, including early talent and credit administration support

Support strategic initiatives to improve operational and technological efficiency across Workout business segments

Guide implementation of new credit policy/procedure requirements in collaboration with Credit Risk, CROs, and front-line partners

Design and document controls, procedures, and job aids for credit-related processes

Partner with Learning & Development to shape credit training for internal business partners

Oversee recruitment and onboarding of early talent (interns and permanent hires) in partnership with Corporate Risk and recruiting teams

Support analyst and associate engagement, retention, and professional development

Manage deal staffing to ensure cross-training across industries and deal types

Serve as recruiting liaison, lead placement decisions, and coordinate group representation at events

Lead performance management processes for early talent, including setting objectives and managing reviews, compensation, and promotions

Develop and execute annual educational plans for early talent

Required Qualifications:

5+ years of Credit Risk experience, or equivalent demonstrated through one or a combination of the following: work experience, training, military experience, education

Desired Qualifications:

A BS/BA degree or higher

Experience in a lending or credit risk management environment

Strong partnership and consulting skills with leadership and cross-functional teams

Results-oriented, resourceful, and proactive

Strong project management and communication skills

Demonstrated problem-solving and multitasking abilities

Experience developing and managing junior team members

Strategic mindset with a focus on execution

Familiarity with CIB or CB products and services

Knowledge of recruiting, engagement, and development best practices

Locations:

401 S Tryon St, Charlotte, North Carolina

600 S 4th St, Minneapolis, Minnesota

1150 W Washington St, Tempe, Arizona

1445 Ross Ave, Dallas, Texas

Job Expectations:

Ability to work at one of the approved locations in the job posting

This position is not eligible for Visa sponsorship

This position currently offers a hybrid schedule

*Job posting may come down early due to the volume of applicants

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.

$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 for an overview of the following benefit plans and programs offered to employees.

Health benefits401(k) PlanPaid time offDisability benefitsLife insurance, critical illness insurance, and accident insuranceParental leaveCritical caregiving leaveDiscounts and savingsCommuter benefitsTuition reimbursementScholarships for dependent childrenAdoption reimbursement

Posting End Date:

27 Jul 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.

Drug and Alcohol Policy

 

Wells Fargo maintains a drug free workplace.  Please see our 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.