Associate – Commercial Real Estate Portfolio Manager

Wells Fargo

. Be responsible for the management of an assigned portfolio of digital real estate loans and investments within Digital Real Estate, a fast paced, high demand / growth team primarily focused on the data center vertical .

Posted 5/13/2026full-timeNew York City • New York, North Carolina • 🇺🇸 United StatesJuniorMid-Level💰 $77,000 - $145,000 per yearWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Be responsible for the management of an assigned portfolio of digital real estate loans and investments within Digital Real Estate, a fast paced, high demand / growth team primarily focused on the data center vertical
Analyze, underwrite and present new opportunities to business leaders and credit officers
Review term sheets and loan documents
Collaborate with senior portfolio managers 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
Review and make recommendations for approval (or denial) of loan requests, lease approvals, collateral releases, requests for letters of credit, funding of reserves/loan holdbacks, loan extensions and loan modifications
Maintain an in-depth knowledge of the data center industry, relevant markets and sector trends
Present recommendations for resolving more complex situations and exercising independent judgment while developing expertise in the function, policies, procedures, and compliance requirements
Perform both sponsorship and loan level financial analysis
Complete in-depth property level analysis and market research, including review of third-party reports
Present and advocate to credit committee for approval of loans
Work with internal / external counsel, internal compliance, and our loan closing teams to close new loans and loan modifications
Conduct quarterly and annual portfolio reviews to identify potential concerns
Conduct property tours / site visits

Requirements

What you’ll need

2+ 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
Familiarity with various facility types including construction, term, bridge, perm, lines of credit, etc. and loan structures including recourse/non-recourse, secured/unsecured, and mezzanine financing
Experience underwriting digital real estate loans
Ability to develop and maintain strong relationships while actively participating in the successful execution of complex transactions
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; strong analytical skills with high attention to detail and accuracy
Ability to interact with all levels of an organization
Advanced Microsoft Excel skills, including formulas and dynamic spreadsheets to support core accounting and finance functions
A BS/BA degree or higher

Benefits

Comp & perks

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

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Hard Skills & Tools

Commercial Real Estate Portfolio ManagementUnderwritingFinancial AnalysisProperty Level AnalysisMarket ResearchLoan StructuringCollateral ManagementCredit ApprovalMezzanine FinancingData Center Industry Knowledge

Soft Skills

Relationship ManagementAnalytical SkillsAttention to DetailJudgmentCommunication SkillsInterpersonal SkillsCollaborationProblem SolvingPresentation SkillsOrganizational Skills

Certifications

BS/BA Degree