About this role:

Wells Fargo is seeking a Lead Investment Banker.

In this role, you will:

The candidate will take the lead role in executing mortgage loan seller work for commercial real estate conduit securitizations.   The position will be actively involved in deal execution, managing the pool of loans, tracking loan closing timelines, creating data tapes, maintaining diligence files, assisting with b-piece buyer discussions, and assisting in the sale/distribution of bonds. The candidate’s responsibility also includes guiding deal teams and third-party clients through all facets of the securitization process.

Day-to-day responsibilities may include, but are not limited to:

Manage the mortgage-loaner seller work needed for conduit securitization program by coordinating loan sellers, origination bankers, counsel, accountants, rating agencies, investors, and deal vendors.Help clients achieve goals by analyzing collateral for structural features for proposed CMBS.Maintain thorough market knowledge for any factors that may create future opportunities or affect current deal execution.Actively collaborate with team to successfully achieve any and all goals.Lead complex initiatives as a high-level individual contributor in the Investment Banking Capital Markets Divisions, including those that are cross-functional and have broad impactParticipate in large-scale planning for Investment Banking functional areaReview and analyze complex, multi-faceted, large-scale, and long-term business, operational, or technical challenges that require in-depth evaluation of multiple factors, including intangibles or unprecedented factorsMake decisions in complex and multi-faceted situations requiring understanding of Investment Banking functional area, policies, procedures, and compliance requirements that influence and lead a broader work team to meet deliverables and drive new initiativesCollaborate and consult with Investment Banking peers, colleagues, and middle to more experienced managers to resolve issues and achieve goalsLead Investment Banking projects and teams, or serve as a peer mentor

Required Qualifications:

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

Desired Qualifications:

Prior experience with conduit securitization, mortgage loan seller requirements and b-piece buyer interactionsCompletion of MBA, CFA, or M.S. in financial engineeringSIE, S79 & S63Strong working knowledge of accounting and financial concepts, such as discounted cash flowsKnowledge of structured products rating agency frameworksA focus in commercial real estate or capital marketsExcellent oral and written communication skillsExcellent analytical and problem solving skillsStrong interpersonal skills, including the ability to interact with senior executives and clientsStrong working knowledge of Excel, Word, PowerPoint, information systems and programmingWillingness to work long hoursAbility to work in a dynamic and demanding work environmentDedication to building a career in the financial services industry

Job Expectations:

Ability to travel as needed

Ability to work additional hours as needed

This position is subject to FINRA Background Screening Requirements, including successful completion and clearing of a background check. Internal transfers are subject to comply with 17 CFR 240.17f-2 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 and FINRA Bylaws, Article III, Section 3, which states that Associated Persons should not be subject to statutory disqualification. Successful candidates must also meet ongoing regulatory requirements including additional screening and are required to report certain incidents.

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.

$185,000.00 - $300,000.00

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:

17 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.

Applicants with Disabilities

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Drug and Alcohol Policy

 

Wells Fargo maintains a drug free workplace.  Please see our Drug and Alcohol Policy to learn more.

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