Experienced Wealth Mortgage Underwriting Senior Manager – Leadership Role in High Net Worth and Ultra-High Net Worth Mortgage Underwriting

Introduction to Wells Fargo and the Opportunity

Wells Fargo, one of the leading financial services companies in the United States, is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Wealth Mortgage Underwriting Senior Manager to join its Banking, Lending & Trust center of excellence. This is an exceptional opportunity for a talented professional to lead a team of underwriters in providing top-notch mortgage underwriting services to high net worth and ultra-high net worth clients. As a Senior Manager, you will be responsible for driving the success of the Wealth Underwriting team, developing and implementing strategic solutions, and ensuring prudent credit decisions that meet the needs of our clients.

About Wells Fargo Wealth & Investment Management

Wells Fargo Wealth & Investment Management (WIM) provides clients with access to a comprehensive range of financial and investment services, including personalized wealth management, investment, planning, and retirement products. Our clients have access to Wells Fargo Advisors, referrals from securities-registered bankers in the Consumer Bank, and the Wells Fargo Private Bank, our elevated experience for high- and ultra-high-net-worth individuals and families. WIM is also a leading provider of trust, investment, and fiduciary services, including personal trust services.

Key Responsibilities

As a Wealth Mortgage Underwriting Senior Manager, your key responsibilities will include:

• Managing and developing a team of individual contributors (and managers depending on team scale) in roles with moderate to high complexity and risk
• Providing vision and setting direction for multiple high-impact initiatives, including high net worth and ultra-high net worth mortgage underwriting policy development and implementation, and risk-related deliverables
• Developing and implementing strategic solutions to ensure prudent credit decisions and a seamless mortgage experience for clients, advisors, and bankers
• Engaging and influencing stakeholders, internal partners, and peers associated with Wealth Underwriting functional area or who are affected by its outcomes
• Identifying and recommending opportunities for process improvement and risk control development within Wealth Mortgage Underwriting functions
• Interpreting and developing policies and procedures within Wealth Underwriting functional area for operations with moderate complexity within scope of responsibility
• Managing allocation of people and financial resources for Wealth Underwriting, including ongoing leadership for domestic and offshore staff to ensure commitments are met and align with strategic objectives in the business group
• Developing and guiding a culture of talent development to meet business objectives and strategy
• Engaging and influencing business heads, control management, risk, legal, and audit partners to successfully ensure appropriate management of business risk

Essential Qualifications

To be successful in this role, you will need:

• 6+ years of wealth mortgage underwriting experience or equivalent demonstrated through one or a combination of the following: work experience, training, military experience, or education
• 3+ years of management experience
• Relevant military experience is considered for veterans and transitioning service men and women

Desired Qualifications

While not required, the following qualifications are highly desirable:

• Wealth mortgage underwriting leader experience in a large, complex financial organization
• Demonstrated ability as a thought leader in mortgage underwriting and credit policy development for high net worth and ultra-high net worth segments
• Strong background and understanding of credit risk and mortgage operations
• Custom commercial and consumer credit underwriting experience

Skills and Competencies

To excel in this role, you will need to possess the following skills and competencies:

• Strong leadership and management skills, with the ability to motivate and develop a team of underwriters
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage and influence stakeholders, internal partners, and peers
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to develop and implement strategic solutions
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment, with multiple priorities and deadlines
• Strong understanding of credit risk and mortgage operations, with the ability to interpret and develop policies and procedures

Career Growth Opportunities and Learning Benefits

At Wells Fargo, we are committed to the growth and development of our employees. As a Wealth Mortgage Underwriting Senior Manager, you will have access to a range of career growth opportunities and learning benefits, including:

• Professional development programs, including training and education opportunities
• Leadership development programs, including mentorship and coaching opportunities
• Opportunities for advancement, including promotions and lateral moves
• Access to a range of employee benefits, including health and wellness programs, retirement planning, and employee recognition programs

Work Environment and Company Culture

At Wells Fargo, we are committed to creating a positive and inclusive work environment, where all employees feel valued and respected. Our company culture is built on a set of core values, including:

• A commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion
• A focus on building strong customer relationships
• A emphasis on teamwork and collaboration
• A commitment to community involvement and social responsibility

Compensation, Perks, and Benefits

As a Wealth Mortgage Underwriting Senior Manager at Wells Fargo, you will be eligible for a range of compensation, perks, and benefits, including:

• A competitive salary and bonus structure
• A range of employee benefits, including health and wellness programs, retirement planning, and employee recognition programs
• Opportunities for professional development and career growth
• Access to a range of company-sponsored events and activities

Conclusion

If you are a motivated and experienced professional looking for a new challenge, we encourage you to apply for the Wealth Mortgage Underwriting Senior Manager role at Wells Fargo. This is an exceptional opportunity to join a leading financial services company and make a meaningful contribution to the success of our clients. With a competitive salary, comprehensive benefits package, and opportunities for career growth and development, this role has everything you need to succeed. Don't miss out on this opportunity to build a better future for yourself and our clients. Apply today!

Apply now and take the first step towards a rewarding and challenging career with Wells Fargo!