Wells Fargo is seeking a Senior Trade Services Specialist to join the Commercial Bank as part of Global Operations. Learn more about the career areas and lines of business at wellsfargojobs.com .
In this role, you will:
- Provide critical operational support for Commercial and Standby Letters of Credit (LCs) within the Commercial Banking Middle Office.
- Responsibilities include reviewing and processing letters of credit, onboarding new clients, collaborating with key business partners such as Relationship Managers, Underwriters, and LC Processing teams, resolving client inquiries and issues, ensuring adherence to strong operational controls, and delivering timely, accurate, and high-quality service to both internal stakeholders and clients.
- Mitigate risk to the bank and the customer to ensure customer satisfaction by processing Letter of Credits.
- Review complex reformatting, drafting, advising and amending standby letters of credit that require an in depth evaluation of variable factors.
- Provide recommendations on existing policies, practices, and procedures.
- Perform moderately complex letter of credit structure, documentation, governing rules, internal policies and credit risk implications.
- Utilize overall understanding of rules and regulations, governing letter of credit products with a full working knowledge of standby letters of credit.
- Collaborate and consult with peers, colleagues and managers to resolve issues and achieve goals.
Required Qualifications:
- 4+ years of Trade Services experience, or equivalent demonstrated through one or a combination of the following: work experience, training, military experience, education.
- Experience with Standby Letters of Credit including onboarding client, liaising with front office and the processing team.
Desired Qualifications:
- Knowledge of UCP 600 and IPS98.
- Knowledge of Trade Finance products in general.
- Basic knowledge and understanding of the importance of compliance and regulatory requirements in international banking
- Extensive knowledge and understanding of trade services
- Knowledge and understanding of asset based lending or commercial lending.
Job Expectations:
- Ability to work on-site
- Ability to work a hybrid schedule
Location:
- 1525 W W T Harris Blvd CHARLOTTE, NC 28262-8522
Posting End Date:
25 Oct 2026
*Job posting may come down early due to volume of applicants.
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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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Skills Required
- 4+ years of Trade Services experience, or equivalent experience, training, military experience, or education
- Experience with standby letters of credit, including client onboarding and liaison with front-office and processing teams
- Knowledge of UCP 600 and ISP98
- Knowledge of trade finance products
- Understanding of compliance and regulatory requirements in international banking
- Extensive knowledge and understanding of trade services
- Knowledge of asset-based lending or commercial lending
- Ability to work on-site and on a hybrid schedule
Wells Fargo Compensation & Benefits Highlights
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Retirement Support — Retirement offerings are highlighted by a strong 401(k) with employer matching and added options like after‑tax contributions and an employee stock purchase plan, supporting long‑term savings. These features are presented as competitive elements of the total rewards package.
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Healthcare Strength — Medical, dental, and vision coverage are described as comprehensive, often starting on day one for eligible employees, with HSAs/FSAs, wellness incentives, and mental health resources available. Specialized care options, including fertility support, further enhance the health offering.
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Parental & Family Support — Paid parental leave of notable duration is available from the start of employment, alongside adoption/surrogacy/fertility programs. Caregiving and backup care resources deepen the family-oriented support.
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