Wells Fargo

Vice President - Lead Commercial Real Estate Portfolio Manager

Wells Fargo$119K — $224K *
Real Estate & Construction
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 5+ years of experience in Commercial Real Estate Portfolio Management or related fields.
  • 5+ years of experience specifically in LIHTC equity roles covering underwriting, asset management, and financial analysis.
  • Strong proficiency in interpreting tax returns and financial statements related to real estate investments.
  • Experience with complex commercial real estate loan and partnership documents.
  • Proficiency in managing multiple projects simultaneously while demonstrating strong organizational skills.
  • Experience in coaching or mentoring team members to facilitate development.
  • Ability to effectively communicate complex information to a variety of stakeholders.

Responsibilities

  • Independently manage a portfolio of stabilized LIHTC/affordable housing real estate investments as the key point of contact.
  • Monitor asset performance through comprehensive analysis of third-party reports, market conditions, and site visits.
  • Conduct in-depth analysis of financial documentation to evaluate asset health and compliance.
  • Identify issues proactively, propose solutions, and communicate risk ratings effectively to stakeholders.
  • Review and underwrite requests related to general partner activities such as loan refinances and partnership changes.
  • Provide leadership by mentoring junior team members and contributing to process improvements in asset management.
  • Oversee outsourced work to ensure adherence to asset management accuracy and standards.

Benefits

  • Health benefits
  • 401(k) Plan
  • Paid time off
  • Disability benefits
  • Life insurance and critical illness insurance
  • Parental leave and caregiving leave
  • Tuition reimbursement and dependent scholarships
  • Adoption reimbursement
  • Commuter benefits
  • Employee discounts and savings programs
Full Job Description

About this role:

Wells Fargo is seeking a Vice President, Lead Commercial Real Estate Portfolio Manager - Tax Credit to manage a portfolio of stabilized equity investments from some of our largest and most complex affordable housing clients.


In this role, you will:

  • Independently manage a portfolio of stabilized LIHTC/affordable housing real estate investments, serving as the primary point of contact for general partners and internal teams.

  • Monitor performance of stabilized assets, including review of third‑party reports, inspections, market conditions, and site visits to identify risks or performance issues.

  • Analyze financial statements, tax returns, partnership documentation, and sponsor financials to assess asset health, compliance, and credit quality.

  • Identify emerging issues, develop recommendations, and execute action plans, including evaluating and communicating risk rating changes to credit partners and senior management.

  • Review and underwrite general partner consent requests, such as loan refinances, partnership structure changes, property management changes, and reserve withdrawals.

  • Provide leadership through coaching, mentoring, and supporting junior team members, while contributing to asset management process improvement initiatives.

  • Oversee and track work outsourced to third‑party vendors, ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and alignment with asset management standards.


Required Qualifications:

  • 5+ 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:

  • 5+ years of LIHTC equity experience across underwriting, asset/portfolio management, financial analysis, or related roles, with strong knowledge of Section 42 regulations and affordable housing fundamentals

  • Proven ability to manage and assess LIHTC/affordable housing assets at all stages, including construction, lease‑up, transition to stabilization, and ongoing operations

  • Strong ability to review tax returns, audits, and financial statements, with deep understanding of financial and tax‑related issues affecting real estate investments

  • Experience reviewing complex CRE loan, investment, and partnership legal documents.  Demonstrated ability to solve complex problems with accuracy

  • Strong organizational skills with demonstrated ability to manage multiple concurrent deals/projects

  • Experience coaching, mentoring, or supporting team development.

  • Ability to effectively summarize and present complex material to diverse stakeholders.


Job Expectations:

  • Ability to travel as needed

  • Willingness to work on-site in accordance with current office requirements

  • Ability to work additional hours as needed

  • Visa sponsorship is not available

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.

$119,000.00 - $224,000.00

Benefits

Wells Fargo provides eligible employees with a comprehensive set of benefits, many of which are listed below. Visit  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:

21 Jul 2026

*Job posting may come down early due to volume of applicants.

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