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About this role:

Wells Fargo is seeking a Sponsor Credit Senior Mid-Corporate Portfolio Manager in Specialized Industries for the Commercial Bank. Learn more about the career areas and lines of business at wellsfargojobs.com (https://www.wellsfargojobs.com/career-areas/) .

As an Associate on the Sponsor Credit team, you will support the underwriting and portfolio management of credit facilities for sponsor-backed portfolio companies covered by Commercial Banking. You will also contribute to underwriting Wells Fargo’s credit commitments in combination with Overland Advantage. This role offers broad exposure to strategic transactions in a dynamic, fast-paced deal environment, with a focus on supporting the private equity sponsor ecosystem and driving loan growth.

In this role, you will:

+ Underwrite new transactions as part of a team alongside a lead underwriter: build and sensitize integrated operating/LBO models, size debt capacity and covenant headroom, produce in-depth credit analysis and write credit approval memoranda

+ Conduct diligence: synthesize data-room materials, financial statements, projections, and third-party reports; participate in Q&A; assess market dynamics competitive positioning and key risks/mitigants

+ Evaluate legal documentation: review and comment on term sheets, credit agreements, intercreditor docs; align protections (e.g. covenants, baskets, events of default) with underwriting thesis

+ Produce screening and approval memos: distill complex credit analyses into concise memos; clearly articulate the credit thesis, risks, mitigants, and recommended structure

+ Portfolio Management: produce quarterly reviews, variance analyses, compliance checks, watch-list narratives, and ratings updates; recommend actions as performance shifts. Execute amendments & waivers, negotiate covenant resets/consents, and document credit rationale

+ Monitor market and macro trends: track economic indicators, pricing, leverage, and covenant trends to inform underwriting and portfolio strategy

+ Integrate AI tools into underwriting and portfolio workflows to streamline research, accelerate production, and drive innovation and efficiency

+ Mentor junior analysts: provide training, guidance, and feedback to support their development and strengthen team capabilities

Required Qualifications, US:

+ 4+ years of Mid-Corporate Portfolio Management experience, or equivalent demonstrated through one or a combination of the following: work experience, training, military experience, education

Desired Qualifications:

+ Experience with complex credit and capital structures, including M&A and/or sponsor-backed transactions within commercial or corporate banking, investment banking, leveraged finance, private credit, private equity, or ratings agencies

+ Advanced proficiency in accounting principles, financial statement analysis, and financial modeling

+ Well-versed in credit documentation, including term sheets, credit agreements, and intercreditor provisions

+ Strong analytical skills, with heightened attention to detail and accuracy

+ Excellent written and verbal communication skills

+ Ability to work in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment

+ Solid foundation in credit analysis, including evaluation of business risk, industry trends, and capital structures

+ Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Powerpoint, and Outlook)

Job Expectations:

+ Ability to travel up to 10% of the time

+ This position is not eligible for Visa sponsorship

+ This position offers 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

Locations:

+ 550 S Tryon - Charlotte, NC 28202

Posting End Date:

16 Sep 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.

Candidates applying to job openings posted in Canada: Applications for employment are encouraged from all qualified candidates, including women, persons with disabilities, aboriginal peoples and visible minorities. Accommodation for applicants with disabilities is available upon request in connection with the recruitment process.

Applicants with Disabilities

To request a medical accommodation during the application or interview process, visit Disability Inclusion at Wells Fargo (https://www.wellsfargojobs.com/en/diversity/disability-inclusion/) .

Drug and Alcohol Policy

Wells Fargo maintains a drug free workplace. Please see our Drug and Alcohol Policy (https://www.wellsfargojobs.com/en/wells-fargo-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.

**Req Number:** R-489480