Senior Lead Commercial Real Estate Portfolio Manager

About this role:

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.

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:

• Ability to travel up to 20% domestically or as needed
• Ability to work additional hours as needed

This position is subject to FINRA Background Screening Requirements, including successful completion and clearing of a background check. Internal transfers are subject to comply with 17 CFR 240.17f-2 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 and FINRA Bylaws, Article III, Section 3, which states that Associated Persons should not be subject to statutory disqualification. Successful candidates must also meet ongoing regulatory requirements including additional screening and are required to report certain incidents.

Pay Range
 

Reflected is the base pay range offered for this position. Pay may vary depending on factors including but not limited to achievements, skills, experience, or work location. The range listed is just one component of the compensation package offered to candidates.

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:

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

We Value Diversity

At Wells Fargo, we believe in diversity, equity and inclusion in the workplace; accordingly, we welcome applications for employment from all qualified candidates, regardless of race, color, gender, national origin, religion, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, individuals with disabilities, pregnancy, marital status, status as a protected veteran or any other status protected by applicable law.

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.

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