Lead strategy and execution for Auto Finance originations products, developing technology solutions from ideation through launch. Build business cases, prioritize features, define product and technology intent, and collaborate with business, technology, legal, compliance, and risk teams. Drive AI-enabled innovation, regulatory compliance, agile delivery, and continuous improvement while mentoring associates and influencing stakeholders across the organization.
About this role:
Wells Fargo is seeking a Lead Product Manager to drive strategy and execution for Auto Finance originations. This role blends product vision, technology leadership, and business impact-delivering innovative solutions that meet the needs of our customers and stakeholders.
In this role, you will:
19 Sep 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.
Candidates applying to job openings posted in Canada: Applications for employment are encouraged from all qualified candidates, including women, persons with disabilities, aboriginal peoples and visible minorities. Accommodation for applicants with disabilities is available upon request in connection with the recruitment process.
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.
#BI-Hybrid
Wells Fargo is seeking a Lead Product Manager to drive strategy and execution for Auto Finance originations. This role blends product vision, technology leadership, and business impact-delivering innovative solutions that meet the needs of our customers and stakeholders.
In this role, you will:
- Frame and build out forward leaning ideas (including AI capabilities) on both revenue generation and cost savings
- Build business cases for initiatives, leveraging data-driven insights to guide strategy
- Lead intent design and partner with Tech leadership to finalize Tech design -
- Define and prioritize product features aligned with business goals and customer needs
- Lead the end-to-end product lifecycle, from ideation to launch, for technology solutions
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams (business, tech, product, legal, compliance, risk) to design and deliver optimal solutions
- Mentor and develop less-tenured associates within the tech team
- Ensure solutions comply with regulatory requirements and company policy
- Champion agile methodologies and foster continuous improvement
- Translate complex concepts into actionable recommendations and clear communication
- Demonstrate effective collaboration and influence across all levels of the organization
- Synthesize multi-dimensional, complex concepts into clear actions and decisions
- 5+ years of Product Management, product development, strategic planning, process management, change delivery experience, or equivalent demonstrated through one or a combination of the following: work experience, training, military experience, education
- 4 + years of experience with modern tech stacks (cloud, microservices, APIs, DevOps)
- 4 + years of experience with Agile methodologies (Scrum, Kanban, Jira, Confluence)
- Strong analytical skills and data-driven decision making
- Experience supporting Auto Finance and/or Consumer Lending
- Ability to assess risk, implement solutions, and influence change
- Experience with AI
- Willingness to work on-site at one of the stated locations on the job opening
- Must be able to work a hybrid work schedule.
- Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.
- Relocation assistance is not provided
- Ability to travel up to 10%
- Charlotte, NC - 550 S. Tryon St.
- Irving, TX - 4101 Las Colinas Blvd.
- Chandler, AZ - 2800 S. Price Rd
19 Sep 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.
Candidates applying to job openings posted in Canada: Applications for employment are encouraged from all qualified candidates, including women, persons with disabilities, aboriginal peoples and visible minorities. Accommodation for applicants with disabilities is available upon request in connection with the recruitment process.
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.
#BI-Hybrid
Wells Fargo Charlotte, North Carolina, USA Office
355 W Martin Luther King, Jr BLVD, Charlotte, NC, United States, 28202
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