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Lead Commercial Loan Servicing Specialist – Asset Based Lending/Syndicated (MULTIPLE LOCATIONS)

Wells Fargo · Chicago, IL · Full time

Posted Sep 21, 2026 · We last checked this listing on Oct 6, 2026

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About your past

Tell me about a reconciliation break you couldn't solve right away. How did you get to the bottom of it?

What they are checking: Whether they persist methodically on debit and credit discrepancies rather than leaving them open.

Tell me about a process change you led that reduced errors or saved time in loan servicing.

What they are checking: Whether they improve how the work is done, which is expected at the lead level.

How do you explain a complex servicing issue to a client CFO?

What they are checking: Whether they can translate operations detail into clear, calm communication with a borrower.

What would you do

As a lead, how would you review a junior specialist's work on an ABL payoff before it goes out?

What they are checking: Whether they know what to check and can coach through review instead of quietly redoing the work.

A participant bank says their share of a payment was wrong. How do you investigate?

What they are checking: Whether they trace the calculation against the agreement and fix errors transparently with the counterparty.

The team is buried with a big volume of payoffs at quarter-end. How do you organize the work?

What they are checking: Whether they can lead a team through peak volume with prioritization and quality checks intact.

About the work

Walk me through handling a principal payment on a syndicated loan where Wells Fargo is agent.

What they are checking: Whether they understand allocation, settlement timing and notices to participants in an agented deal.

How do you manage fee accruals so billing is right at month-end?

What they are checking: Whether they understand unused line, letter of credit and other fee calculations under the credit agreement.

How would you handle servicing for a borrower with facilities in the U.S., U.K. and Canada?

What they are checking: Whether they think about currency, cut-off times and different processes across jurisdictions.

A credit agreement amendment changes the pricing grid. What do you do to make sure the system reflects it?

What they are checking: Whether they read amendments closely and update systems with a second check before the next billing.

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The full job description

As published by Wells Fargo.

About this role: Wells Fargo is seeking a Lead Commercial Loan Servicing Specialist to join Commercial Banking Operations on the Capital Finance Operations (CFO) team within Wholesale Operations. Capital Finance delivers comprehensive asset-based lending solutions, including sole lender, agented, and syndicated structures. These solutions serve asset-rich companies across the U.S., U.K., and Canada, spanning a wide range of industries. This role sits within the Lending Servicing function and is responsible for end-to-end life-of-loan servicing activities. The scope includes client loan servicing, syndicated facilities, bought participations, and payoffs for Asset-Based Lending (ABL) portfolios. The role supports revolving and term loan facilities, as well as accounts payable activities, including pass-through expense billings such as field exams, appraisals, and legal fees. Success in this role requires strong experience in: · Asset-based lending account maintenance · Accounting and reconciliation, including debit and credit oversight · Settlement, accrual, and fee management · Interpretation and execution of contractual credit and loan agreements Join the industry’s #1 lead arranger and bookrunner of syndicated asset-based loans (YTD 9/2024, Source: Refinitiv/Wells Fargo). Why Wells Fargo: Are you looking for more? Find it here. At Wells Fargo, we believe that a meaningful career is much more than just a job. It’s about finding all the elements that help you thrive, in one place. #LivingTheWellLife means you’re supported in life, not just work. It means having a competitive salary, a robust benefits package, and programs to support your work-life balance and well-being. It means being rewarded for investing in your community, celebrated for being your authentic self, and empowered to grow. And we’re recognized for it! Wells Fargo ranked in the top three on the 2024 LinkedIn Top Companies List of best workplaces “to grow your career” in the U.S. Learn more about the career areas and business divisions at https://www.wellsfargojobs.com/. In this role, you will: · Lead end-to-end servicing activities for complex commercial and asset-based lending facilities, including syndicated and participated loans · Act as a primary servicing point of contact for internal and external stakeholders, partnering closely with Relationship Managers, Legal, Risk, Control, Technology, and Operations teams · Review and process complex loan transactions, including new deals, modifications, tranche set-ups, interest and fee calculations, and participation settlements · Evaluate servicing risks, resolve escalated client and operational issues, and recommend process or policy enhancements to improve efficiency and customer experience · Ensure accurate data entry, reconciliation, and portfolio maintenance across systems of record, including LUCAS (Loan Underwriting Collateral Analysis System) · Conduct quality reviews and monitor key performance indicators to support strong operational controls and regulatory compliance · Provide subject matter expertise and guidance to less experienced team members, including training and day-to-day support · Support operational initiatives, system enhancements, and user acceptance testing as needed Required Qualifications: · 5+ years of Commercial Loan Servicing experience, or equivalent demonstrated through one or a combination of the following: work experience, training, military experience, education Desired Qualifications: · 4+ years of asset-based lending/syndicated loan servicing experience · Experience leading end-to-end servicing activities for complex commercial and asset-based lending facilities, including syndicated and participated loans · Experience with commercial loan systems, specifically LoanIQ, Stucky · Service complex wholesale commercial loans end to end, including account reconciliation, debit and credit oversight, settlement, accrual, and fee management · Demonstrated ability acting as the agent in syndicated deals, coordinating funding and distribution across banks · Ability to calculate interest rates (floating, fixed, term, FX considerations) and maintaining interest, fee accruals, and amortization schedules · Manage loan transactions (advances, repayments, disbursements) and ensure accurate booking · Excellent interpersonal communication abilities to partner with clients, investors, and internal teams to support ongoing servicing needs · Ability to exercise independent judgment to identify and resolve problems · Strong organizational, multi-tasking, and prioritizing skills · Experience in managing high volume pipelines Job Expectations: · This position offers a hybrid work schedule at the location listed · This position is not eligible for Visa sponsorship · This position may be eligible for relocation • 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.
$100,000.00 - $196,000.00 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: 17 Oct 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.

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