Senior Equipment Finance Underwriter
Today• Chicago, IL
About this role:
At Wells Fargo, we are looking for talented people who will put our customers at the center of everything we do. Help us build a better Wells Fargo. It all begins with outstanding talent. It all begins with you.
Wells Fargo is seeking a Senior Equipment Finance Underwriter to join their Vendor Financial Services Construction and Industrial Structured Team as part of Commercial Bank.
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In this role, you will:
- Lead or participate in research and underwrite the creditworthiness of moderately complex commercial or business loan and lease requests within Equipment Finance Underwriting functional area
- Review and research moderately complex commercial or business loan and lease requests that require an in-depth evaluation
- Perform periodic reviews on assigned portfolio credits
- Maintain risk ratings and other relevant data on systems of record
- Approve loans or leases within delegated credit authority and recommend transactions in excess of that authority
- Collaborate and consult with Equipment Finance Underwriting peers, colleagues, and middle level managers and achieve business objectives
- Work with internal and external business partners to gather information to make appropriate decisions
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- 4+ years of Equipment Finance Underwriting experience, or equivalent demonstrated through one or a combination of the following: work experience, training, military experience, education
- Experience underwriting transactions and exposures in excess of $1MM
- Financial Analysis experience
- Experience working across multiple industries in an underwriting capacity (i.e. construction, transportation, industrial, manufacturing)
- Strong understanding of financial statements and key risk factors
- Good PC Skills with aptitude to learn more systems quickly
- Strong analytical skills with high attention to detail and accuracy
- Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills
- Ability to work effectively in a team environment and adapt quickly
- Ability to work in a fast-paced deadline driven environment
- Energetic, quick learner, positive attitude, self-motivated
- Experienced and proficient with Microsoft Office suite of products, including Excel, Word and PowerPoint
- Bachelor's degree in accounting, business, economics, finance or related field
- This position offers a hybrid work schedule.
- Willingness to work on-site at stated location on the job opening
- This position is not eligible for 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
- May be considered for a discretionary bonus, Restricted Share Rights or other long-term incentive awards
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- Chicago, Illinois: $110,000.00-$179,000.00 annually
May be considered for a discretionary bonus, Restricted Share Rights, or other long-term incentive awards.
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$100,000.00 - $179,000.00
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
28 Aug 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.
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Client-provided location(s): Chicago, IL
Job ID: WellsFargo-R-484535-3
Employment Type: FULL_TIME
Posted: 2025-08-23T18:09:43
Perks and Benefits
Health and Wellness
- Health Insurance
- Health Reimbursement Account
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Life Insurance
- FSA
- HSA
- Mental Health Benefits
- Short-Term Disability
- Long-Term Disability
Parental Benefits
- Adoption Assistance Program
- Family Support Resources
- Birth Parent or Maternity Leave
- Non-Birth Parent or Paternity Leave
- Fertility Benefits
- Return-to-Work Program
Work Flexibility
- Hybrid Work Opportunities
Office Life and Perks
- Commuter Benefits Program
Vacation and Time Off
- Paid Vacation
- Paid Holidays
- Personal/Sick Days
- Volunteer Time Off
Financial and Retirement
- 401(K) With Company Matching
- Performance Bonus
- Stock Purchase Program
Professional Development
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Access to Online Courses
- Internship Program
- Associate or Rotational Training Program
- Promote From Within
- Mentor Program
Diversity and Inclusion
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