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Principal Commercial Real Estate Origination Specialist

AT Wells Fargo
Wells Fargo

Principal Commercial Real Estate Origination Specialist

Chevy Chase, MD

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About this role:

Wells Fargo is seeking a Principal Commercial Real Estate Origination Specialist who will be responsible for working with the larger bank clients and on larger and more complex transactions.

In this role, you will:

  • In this role, you will:
  • Interface with leaders and key personnel from Multifamily Capital (MFC), Government Sponsored Enterprises (GSEs) and MFC/Commercial Real Estate (CRE) clients
  • Manage deals from initial screening to closing of the loan
  • Work with our Commercial Mortgage Servicing (CMS) group to assure servicing requests are met on a timely and in a satisfactory manor for the clients
  • Play a lead role in overseeing the client relationships
  • Work with other groups within WF that cover same clients to ensure that all groups are coordinated
  • Work with Lender Counsel to manage and resolve legal issues
  • Maintain knowledge of current on Government Sponsored Enterprise (GSE) policies with respect to underwriting, loan documentation and pricing and communicate these updates with clients
  • Work on special production initiatives with the objective of driving revenue for the group
  • Keep senior team members abreast of important issues relating to loan opportunities and client relationships
  • Collaborate and consult with peers, colleagues, and managers to resolve issues and achieve goals
  • Interact with internal and external stakeholders
  • Assist in the development of more junior staff
Required Qualifications:

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  • 10+ years of Commercial Real Estate Origination experience, or equivalent demonstrated through one or a combination of the following: work experience, training, military experience, education
Desired Qualifications:
  • 10 + years of Affordable housing experience
  • 7+ years of experience underwriting commercial real estate credit transactions
  • Familiarity with the multifamily property types, including conventional multifamily, affordable, student housing, seniors housing, and manufactured housing
  • Knowledge and understanding of bank, Government Sponsored Enterprise (GSE), life company and Commercial Mortgage Backed Securities (CMBS) lending programs and credit policies
  • Knowledge and understanding of one or more government agency commercial mortgage specialty products
  • Ability to read and understand complex commercial real estate loan documentation
  • Ability to develop and maintain knowledge and understanding of loan products and provide market intelligence to maintain competitive edge
  • Ability to generate revenue and actively participate in the successful completion of complex transactions
  • Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills
  • Ability to interact with all levels of an organization
  • Ability to work independently with sound judgment in the application of analytical conclusions to credit approval, structure, and management recommendations
  • Experience developing and cultivating professional relationships
  • Intermediate Microsoft Office skills
  • A BS/BA degree or higher
  • A Master's degree or higher
Job Expectations:
  • Ability to travel up to 10% of the time
  • Ability to work outside of regular business hours
  • Willing to work in the posted locations
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.
$173,300.00 - $359,900.00
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:
3 Apr 2025
* 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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Applicants with Disabilities

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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:

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b. Wells Fargo requires you to directly represent your own experiences during the recruiting and hiring process.

Client-provided location(s): Bethesda, MD, USA
Job ID: WellsFargo-R-442588-2
Employment Type: Full Time

Perks and Benefits

  • Health and Wellness

    • Health Insurance
    • Health Reimbursement Account
    • Dental Insurance
    • Vision Insurance
    • Life Insurance
    • FSA
    • HSA
    • Mental Health Benefits
    • Short-Term Disability
    • Long-Term Disability
  • Parental Benefits

    • Adoption Assistance Program
    • Family Support Resources
    • Birth Parent or Maternity Leave
    • Non-Birth Parent or Paternity Leave
    • Fertility Benefits
    • Return-to-Work Program
  • Work Flexibility

    • Hybrid Work Opportunities
  • Office Life and Perks

    • Commuter Benefits Program
  • Vacation and Time Off

    • Paid Vacation
    • Paid Holidays
    • Personal/Sick Days
    • Volunteer Time Off
  • Financial and Retirement

    • 401(K) With Company Matching
    • Performance Bonus
    • Stock Purchase Program
  • Professional Development

    • Tuition Reimbursement
    • Access to Online Courses
    • Internship Program
    • Associate or Rotational Training Program
    • Promote From Within
    • Mentor Program
  • Diversity and Inclusion

    • Employee Resource Groups (ERG)
    • Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Program
    • Unconscious Bias Training

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