Senior Lead Wealth Custom Credit Banker

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Denver, CO, USA
Hybrid
185K-300K Annually
Senior level
Fintech • Financial Services
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The Role
Wealth & Investment Management (WIM) is one of the United States' leading providers of financial and investment services. We offer a full range of personalized wealth management, investment, planning, and retirement products and services to help meet clients' unique needs and to help them pursue their financial goals more confidently. We bring together subject matter expertise, products, and services, so it's easier for clients to do business with us and for advisors to support their clients.
Banking, Lending, & Trust (BL&T) is a center of excellence that unlocks access to Wealth & Investment Management (WIM) products and services based on client needs. These products and services include Deposits & Consumer Lending, Banking and Credit Solutions, Private Wealth Portfolio Management, and Trust Services.
About this role:
Wells Fargo's Custom Lending group within WIM BL&T is seeking an experienced Custom Credit Banker to serve as a trusted advisor to high-net-worth (HNW) and ultra-high-net-worth (UHNW) clients by originating, structuring, and executing sophisticated custom credit solutions tailored to complex client needs. This role manages the end-to-end delivery of the full custom loan product suite-including specialized and bespoke lending structures-while applying strong credit expertise, strategic thinking, and exceptional relationship management and consultative sales skills. The Custom Credit Banker partners closely with the Customer Relationship Group (CRG) to assess client needs, develop customized credit strategies, negotiate and close lending opportunities, and deliver compelling presentations to prospects, centers of influence, and internal partners. The role drives proactive outreach across CRG, senior Custom Credit team members, non-wealth partners, and external prospects to support new business development, while also owning responsibility for loan growth, revenue generation, and portfolio profitability by maintaining deep expertise in custom credit structures, market solutions, and client-focused lending strategies. This role will cover WIM's Western Markets.
In this role, you will:
  • Actively market custom lending solutions across the Wells Fargo Platform
  • Partner with Financial Advisors to deliver Custom Lending solutions to high net worth clients
  • Structure credit opportunities and negotiate deal terms directly with clients
  • Present to deals to Independent Risk Management, along with underwriting teams, for final approval
  • Assist with recruiting of new Financial Advisors including reviewing credit opportunities within their book of work
  • Act as an advisor to leadership to develop or influence objectives, plans, specifications, resources, and long-term goals for highly complex business and technical needs across groups and functions
  • Lead the strategy and resolution of highly complex and unique challenges requiring in-depth evaluation across multiple areas within Wealth Custom Lending functional area
Required Qualifications:
  • 7+ years of Wealth Custom Lending experience, or equivalent demonstrated through one or a combination of the following: work experience, training, military experience, education
Desired Qualifications:
  • Proven success in custom credit origination and complex loan structuring for HNW/UHNW clients.
  • Strong credit acumen with demonstrated ability to design bespoke lending solutions.
  • Private Banking, Corporate Banking or Commercial Banking experience
  • Excellent sales and relationship management skills
  • Strong credit risk experience
  • Knowledge of traditional banking products
  • FINRA registration including Series 7 and 66 (or FINRA recognized equivalents)
  • A Master's degree or higher
Job Expectations:
  • Obtaining and/or maintaining appropriate Financial Industry Regulatory Authority (FINRA) license(s) is required for ongoing employment in this position. FINRA Series 7 and 66 examinations, or equivalent must be completed within either a 90 or 180-day time period following commencement of employment, depending upon the number of license(s) needed if not immediately available to transfer upon hire. FINRA recognized equivalents will be accepted. This will be communicated at time of offer acceptance. Registration for FINRA Series 65 or 66 must be completed prior to conducting Investment Advisory business. Compliance with state law registration and licensing requirements is mandatory. In addition to state registration and licensing requirements, specific product licenses or SAFE licensing may apply. Additional requirements include meeting enhanced financial fitness and criminal background standards. Wells Fargo will initiate the FINRA licensing review process at the time of offer acceptance. For specific FINRA qualification exams obtained after 9/30/2018, the Securities Industry Essentials (SIE) exam co-requisite is required
  • Specific compliance policies may apply regarding outside activities and/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
Pay Range
Reflected is the base pay range offered for this position. Pay may vary depending on factors including but not limited to demonstrated examples of prior performance, skills, experience, or work location. Employees may also be eligible for incentive opportunities.
$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 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
Posting End Date:
15 Jul 2026
* 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.

Skills Required

  • 7+ years of Wealth Custom Lending experience or equivalent (work experience, training, military experience, education)
  • Obtain and maintain appropriate FINRA license(s) (Series 7 and 66 or equivalents) within required timeframe
  • Compliance with state registration and licensing requirements and any specific product or SAFE licensing as applicable
  • Meet enhanced financial fitness and criminal background standards
  • Proven success in custom credit origination and complex loan structuring for HNW/UHNW clients
  • Strong credit acumen with ability to design bespoke lending solutions
  • Private Banking, Corporate Banking, or Commercial Banking experience
  • Excellent sales and relationship management skills
  • Strong credit risk experience
  • Knowledge of traditional banking products
  • Master's degree or higher

Wells Fargo Compensation & Benefits Highlights

How does Wells Fargo ensure its pay and bonus plans are competitive?

Wells Fargo ensures its pay and bonus plans remain competitive through a structured, performance-driven compensation philosophy combined with regular market benchmarking. The company’s approach is centered on “pay for performance,” meaning compensation is directly linked to individual contributions, business results, and overall company performance. This includes evaluating how employees meet regulatory expectations, manage risk responsibly, and contribute to long-term value creation.

To maintain market competitiveness, Wells Fargo conducts global compensation reviews using third-party consultants. These reviews assess both base salary and total compensation across the organization, factoring in role, level, tenure, and geographic differences. The company also evaluates pay equity and has reported no significant unexplained pay gaps following its most recent review. This process ensures that compensation remains aligned with industry standards while reinforcing fairness and transparency.

Bonuses and incentives are designed to reward strong performance and support retention of top talent. Compensation programs are structured not only to motivate employees but also to promote prudent risk management and discourage excessive risk-taking—an important consideration in financial services. In addition to performance-based pay, employees benefit from a comprehensive rewards package that includes a 401(k) match (up to 6%), stock purchase opportunities, and other financial wellness resources.

Together, these practices create a compensation framework that balances competitiveness, fairness, and long-term sustainability—helping Wells Fargo attract, retain, and reward talent across its global workforce.

Employee Perspective

“Wells Fargo has given me the opportunity to pursue my master’s degree. With the tuition reimbursement and the support of my managers, I’ve been able to gain some really valuable skills.”

— Destinee Richey, Business Intelligence Consultant

At-a-Glance

  • Compensation philosophy: Pay for performance tied to individual, business, and company outcomes
  • Market alignment: Global benchmarking with third-party consultants; no significant unexplained pay gaps
  • Bonus structure: Performance-based incentives aligned with results and risk management
  • Total rewards: 401(k) match up to 6%, stock purchase plan, financial wellness resources

 

External Signals

  • Comprehensive Benefits: Employees give the company high marks for its benefits package, giving it an ‘A-’ rating and a 73% satisfaction score on external review sites (Comparably).
  • LinkedIn Top Companies 2025: #3 overall, #1 in financial services
  • Disability Equality Index: 100% score (multiple years)
  • CAREERS & the disABLED Top Employers 2024: #3 ranking
  • Military Friendly Employer (2025): Top 10 Gold Seal

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Wells Fargo & Company (NYSE: WFC) is a leading financial services company that has approximately $2.1 trillion in assets. We provide a diversified set of banking, investment and mortgage products and services, as well as consumer and commercial finance, through our four reportable operating segments: Consumer Banking and Lending, Commercial Banking, Corporate and Investment Banking, and Wealth & Investment Management. Wells Fargo ranked No. 33 on Fortune’s 2025 rankings of America’s largest corporations. Our technology professionals drive innovation, information security, and big data analytics while maintaining a network that handles more than 12 billion customer interactions a year. Join us! Are you looking for more? Find it here. At Wells Fargo, we're more than a financial services leader – we’re a global trailblazer committed to driving innovation, empowering communities, and helping our customers succeed. We believe that a meaningful career is much more than just a job – it’s about finding all of the elements to help you thrive, in one place. Living the Well Life means you’re supported in life, not just work. It means having robust benefits, competitive compensation, and programs designed to help you find work-life balance and well-being. You’ll be rewarded for investing in your community, celebrated for being your authentic self, and empowered to grow. And we’re recognized for it – Wells Fargo once again ranked in the top three – making us the #1 financial services employer – on the 2025 LinkedIn Top Companies list of best workplaces “to grow your career” in the U.S. 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. © 2026 Wells Fargo Bank, N.A. All rights reserved. Member FDIC.

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