Senior Lead Commercial Banking Relationship

About This Role

Wells Fargo is seeking a Senior Lead Commercial Banking Relationship Manager for clients with annual revenue of $25MM to $100MM supporting the Chicago market as part of the Commercial Bank. Learn more about career areas and business divisions at wellsfragojobs.com.

Required Qualifications

• 7+ years of Commercial Banking Relationship Management experience, or equivalent demonstrated through one or a combination of the following: work experience, training, military experience, education
• Extensive command of core commercial banking solutions, including complex commercial lending structures, treasury management platforms, and integrated financial services that support commercial and large corporate clients
• Completion of a formal credit training program, demonstrating advanced proficiency in credit risk assessment, financial analysis, and deal structuring
• Established professional network within the city of Chicago and the surrounding metropolitan area
• Proven history managing high-value commercial relationships within the $25MM to $100MM revenue segment, consistently delivering strategic advice and tailored financial solutions to sophisticated clients
• Demonstrated ability to collaborate across the enterprise, effectively mobilizing cross-functional partners to deliver a unified, client-centric experience that strengthens institutional relationships
• Proven history driving new business growth, including sourcing, securing, and expanding long-term client relationships through strategic engagement and deep market knowledge
• Expertise in identifying, mitigating, and escalating risks, ensuring full adherence to compliance expectations, operational controls, and enterprise-wide governance standards
• Exceptional communication and executive presence, with advanced verbal, written, and interpersonal skills that effectively engage senior leadership, clients, and external stakeholders

Desired Qualifications

• Established history of driving new business growth, including sourcing, securing, and expanding long-term client relationships through strategic engagement and deep market knowledge
• Expertise in identifying, mitigating, and escalating risks, ensuring full adherence to compliance expectations, operational controls, and enterprise-wide governance standards
• Exceptional communication and executive presence, with advanced verbal, written, and interpersonal skills that effectively engage senior leadership, clients, and external stakeholders

Job Expectations

• This position is not eligible for Visa sponsorship
• Ability to travel within the assigned territory
• 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

Benefits

• 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