Commercial Real Estate Transaction Manager - VP

About this role:
Wells Fargo is seeking a Commercial Real Estate (CRE) Lead Transaction Manager to assume end-to-end accountability of transaction execution and success of CRE lending bilateral and/or syndicated focusing on loan documentation and deal management.
This role is responsible for negotiating and managing complex financing and trading documentation related to CRE debt and equity transactions. The ideal candidate will have deep expertise in real estate finance, structured products, and regulatory frameworks, and will serve as a key liaison between internal stakeholders and external counterparties.
In this role, you will:

• Prepare, negotiate and track various legal agreements and due diligence items covering commercial real estate transactions with bank counterparties.
• Work on various projects as requested by management.
• Interpret policy when working with legal, credit and the relevant business.
• Review deal terms with customers.
• Identify and mitigate business and legal risks within compliance requirements.
• Identify and recommend opportunities for process improvement.
• Interpret policies, procedures and compliance requirements.
• Collaborate and influence all levels of professionals including more experienced managers.
• Lead a team to achieve objectives.

Required Qualifications:

• 5+ years of Capital Markets Document Negotiation experience, or equivalent demonstrated through one or a combination of the following: work experience, training, military experience, education

Desired Qualifications:

• Strong understanding of lending products and loan lifecycles, industry best practices, understanding of a Credit Agreement, loan funding mechanics, deal structure, funds flows, etc.; deal team experience required.
• Process and execution-focused while building strategic client and internal relationships; prior experience working with clients to collect and review loan and due diligence documentation ahead of closing large transactions preferred.
• Proven track record of prioritizing and proactively identifying and resolving problems under tight deadlines and the ability to incorporate status updates in real time; ability to operate in a challenging and rapidly changing environment with a desire to accept new assignments with ability to learn new principles and dynamic systems quickly.
• Ability to collaborate with team members and senior management across and within the lines of business with a keen attention to detail, strong oral and written communication skills, and strong analytical capability.
• Adaptability and flexibility to accommodate for fluctuating deal flow volumes, as needed, including working extra hours as deal flow dictates.
• Transformational leadership: ability to affect and influence change.
• Project management and ability to "see the bigger picture."
• Loan document negotiation experience; legal background preferred.
• Ability to train junior team members regarding various aspects of the Transaction Manager function
• Experience managing complex transactions and clients

Job Expectations:

• Ability to work in office a minimum of 4 days per week

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.
Salary is just one component of Wells Fargo's total rewards package. Depending on the role, a Wells Fargo's employee may be eligible for additional forms of compensation, such as sales incentives, discretionary bonuses, and/or equity in the company in the form of Restricted Stock Units (RSUs).
$139,000.00 - $260,000.00
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:
5 Sep 2025
* Job posting may come down early due to volume of applicants.
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