Full Job Description
Wells Fargo is seeking a Senior Lead Commercial Real Estate Portfolio Manager / Underwriter to manage a group of assigned relationships and commercial real estate loans. This portfolio will be concentrated in multifamily - affordable housing, but diversified by facility type (construction, bridge, letters of credit, perm, lines of credit, etc.) and loan structure (recourse/non-recourse; secured vs. unsecured).
In this role, you will:
• Be responsible for the management of a portfolio of commercial real estate loans within Community Lending & Investment (CLI), our primary CRE balance sheet lending platform for multifamily-affordable housing.
• Analyze and underwrite new loan opportunities within the assigned portfolio, utilizing market research, internal loan information, client data, and third-party market research.
• Review and make recommendations for approval (or denial) of loan requests, extensions and modifications.
• Collaborate with senior management and coverage bankers to develop strategies around relationship optimization and deal level execution.
• Interface with customers to assist in identifying needs and maintaining strong relationships.
• Perform both sponsorship and loan level financial analysis.
• Complete in-depth property level analysis and market research.
• Present and advocate to credit committee for approval of loans.
• Work with outside counsel, internal compliance, and our loan closing teams to close modifications and new loans including review of third-party reports and loan documentation.
• Review and approve construction loan draws.
• Conduct quarterly and annual portfolio reviews to identify potential concerns.
• Conduct property tours / site visits.
• Maintain an in-depth knowledge of the local commercial real estate market.
• Supervise a team of analysts and conducted performance evaluations to support development and accountability.
Required Qualifications:
• 7+ years of Commercial Real Estate Portfolio Management experience, or equivalent demonstrated through one or a combination of the following: work experience, training, military experience, education
Desired Qualifications:
• Ability to develop and maintain strong relationships while actively participating in the successful execution of complex transactions.
• Familiarity with multifamily - affordable housing, including the Low-Income Housing Tax Credit program.
• Familiarity with various facility types including construction, bridge, letters of credit, perm, lines of credit, etc. and loan structures including recourse/non-recourse and secured/unsecured.
• Experience evaluating market conditions and identifying appropriate comparable properties.
• Ability to apply sound judgment in the application of analytical conclusions to credit approval, structure, and management recommendations.
• Strong verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Ability to interact with all levels of an organization.
• Intermediate Microsoft Office skills including some advanced accounting and finance functions in Microsoft Excel.
Job Expectations:
• Visa sponsorship is not available
• Ability to travel up to 10% of the time
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.
$191,000.00 - $305,000.00
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:
7 Sep 2026
*Job posting may come down early due to volume of applicants.