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Wells Fargo is seeking a Commercial Real Estate Lending Operations Manager within CIB Lending Operations.
In this role, you will:
- Manage the activities of a Loan Production, Loan Servicing, and Commercial or Real Estate Construction Loan team responsible for loan processing, documentation, pre-closing or closing tasks, loan monitoring, loan servicing, or underwriting activities
- Engage stakeholders and internal partners associated with the Lending Operations functional area
- Identify and recommend opportunities for process improvement and risk control development within Lending Operations functional area
- Participate in the formulation and implementation of new and revised systems, policies, and guidelines
- Oversee implementation of practices to ensure compliance with Wells Fargo legal, investor, regulatory, or business policies
- Make credit decisions and resolve issues regarding performance of a business unit or functional area to ensure business objectives are met
- Interpret and develop policies and procedures for functional areas with low to moderate complexity, and with accountability for special portfolio segments requiring focused management
- Collaborate and consult with Lending Operations peers, colleagues, and multiple level managers accountable for providing quality customer service to internal or external customers
- Manage allocation of people and financial resources for Lending Operations
- Mentor and guide talent development of direct reports and assist in hiring talent
Required Qualifications:
- 5+ years of Transactions and Processing experience, or equivalent demonstrated through one or a combination of the following: work experience, training, military experience, education
- 2+ years of Leadership experience
Desired Qualifications:
- Commercial Real Estate (CRE) experience
- LIQ experience
Posting End Date:
2 May 2026
Job posting may come down early due to volume of applicants.
We Value Equal Opportunity
Wells Fargo is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other legally protected characteristic.
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.
Candidates applying to job openings posted in Canada: Applications for employment are encouraged from all qualified candidates, including women, persons with disabilities, aboriginal peoples and visible minorities. Accommodation for applicants with disabilities is available upon request in connection with the recruitment process.
Applicants with Disabilities
To request a medical accommodation during the application or interview process, visit Disability Inclusion at Wells Fargo.
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:
a. Third-Party recordings are prohibited unless authorized by Wells Fargo.
b. Wells Fargo requires you to directly represent your own experiences during the recruiting and hiring process.
About this role:
Wells Fargo is seeking a Commercial Real Estate Lending Operations Manager within CIB Lending Operations.
In this role, you will:
- Manage the activities of a Loan Production, Loan Servicing, and Commercial or Real Estate Construction Loan team responsible for loan processing, documentation, pre-closing or closing tasks, loan monitoring, loan servicing, or underwriting activities
- Engage stakeholders and internal partners associated with the Lending Operations functional area
- Identify and recommend opportunities for process improvement and risk control development within Lending Operations functional area
- Participate in the formulation and implementation of new and revised systems, policies, and guidelines
- Oversee implementation of practices to ensure compliance with Wells Fargo legal, investor, regulatory, or business policies
- Make credit decisions and resolve issues regarding performance of a business unit or functional area to ensure business objectives are met
- Interpret and develop policies and procedures for functional areas with low to moderate complexity, and with accountability for special portfolio segments requiring focused management
- Collaborate and consult with Lending Operations peers, colleagues, and multiple level managers accountable for providing quality customer service to internal or external customers
- Manage allocation of people and financial resources for Lending Operations
- Mentor and guide talent development of direct reports and assist in hiring talent
Required Qualifications:
- 5+ years of Transactions and Processing experience, or equivalent demonstrated through one or a combination of the following: work experience, training, military experience, education
- 2+ years of Leadership experience
Desired Qualifications:
- Commercial Real Estate (CRE) experience
- LIQ experience
Posting End Date:
2 May 2026
Job posting may come down early due to volume of applicants.
We Value Equal Opportunity
Wells Fargo is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other legally protected characteristic.
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.
Candidates applying to job openings posted in Canada: Applications for employment are encouraged from all qualified candidates, including women, persons with disabilities, aboriginal peoples and visible minorities. Accommodation for applicants with disabilities is available upon request in connection with the recruitment process.
Applicants with Disabilities
To request a medical accommodation during the application or interview process, visit Disability Inclusion at Wells Fargo.
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:
a. Third-Party recordings are prohibited unless authorized by Wells Fargo.
b. Wells Fargo requires you to directly represent your own experiences during the recruiting and hiring process.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Commercial Real Estate Jobs
Target firms with a CBRE, JLL, or Cushman & Wakefield footprint
Large institutional brokerages and REITs file H-1B petitions consistently. Their in-house immigration teams make the process faster and less uncertain than smaller regional firms that may be sponsoring for the first time.
Position your role as analytically specialized, not generalist
USCIS scrutinizes commercial real estate roles for specialty occupation status. Framing your position around financial modeling, market analysis, or portfolio valuation strengthens the case that a specific degree is theoretically and practically required.
A finance or real estate degree matters more here than in most fields
Because CRE roles sit in a gray zone for specialty occupation, your degree field is under closer review. A bachelor's in real estate, finance, or economics gives USCIS a cleaner connection between your qualifications and the job duties.
Start the H-1B conversation before you receive a written offer
Ask about sponsorship willingness during later interview rounds, not after you have the offer. Some firms sponsor selectively by role level or business line, and knowing early prevents wasted time on both sides.
Firms with active foreign investment arms sponsor more reliably
Companies managing cross-border capital, overseas investors, or international clients have structural reasons to hire internationally. They're more likely to view sponsorship as routine rather than a one-off exception requiring internal approval.
Browse Migrate Mate to identify which employers are actively open to sponsoring
Migrate Mate filters commercial real estate roles by sponsorship willingness, saving hours of guesswork. Applying directly to firms already listed there puts you in front of employers who have signaled openness to visa support.
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Find Commercial Real Estate JobsFrequently Asked Questions
Does commercial real estate qualify as a specialty occupation for the H-1B?
It can, but it requires careful framing. USCIS has issued RFEs on CRE roles where the job description is broad or where the employer can't show a degree is routinely required for the position. Roles centered on financial analysis, valuation, or investment underwriting hold up better than generalist brokerage or leasing positions. Your employer's attorney will need to build a strong specialty occupation argument.
What degree do I need to get sponsored for a commercial real estate role?
A bachelor's degree in real estate, finance, economics, or business is the most defensible foundation. Some employers have successfully sponsored candidates with accounting or urban planning degrees when the job duties aligned closely. A general business degree with no clear connection to the specific role can trigger additional scrutiny. The tighter the match between your degree field and your day-to-day responsibilities, the stronger the petition.
Which types of commercial real estate employers sponsor H-1B visas most often?
Large institutional players, including REITs, private equity real estate firms, and global brokerage houses, sponsor most frequently. Asset management divisions that handle pension fund or sovereign wealth capital are especially active. Smaller regional brokerages rarely sponsor because they lack the legal infrastructure and internal precedent. Development companies with active foreign capital partnerships are another reliable segment. Browse Migrate Mate to find employers already open to sponsorship in this space.
How does the H-1B lottery affect commercial real estate job seekers?
The annual H-1B lottery selects roughly 20 to 25 percent of registrations. For CRE candidates, the lottery risk means some employers prefer to wait until after selection before extending offers, which compresses the hiring timeline significantly. Australian citizens can sidestep the lottery entirely through the E-3 visa. Candidates already in the U.S. on OPT or STEM OPT can work while waiting for lottery results, which makes them more attractive to sponsoring employers.
Can I get sponsored for a commercial real estate role at the analyst level, or only senior positions?
Analyst-level sponsorship is possible, but less common. Some large firms routinely sponsor junior analysts hired from MBA programs at target schools. The specialty occupation threshold doesn't require seniority, but the role description must still show that a specific degree is required. Entry-level roles framed around data analysis, financial modeling, or market research are stronger candidates for approval than roles described primarily around relationship management or deal sourcing.
What is the prevailing wage requirement for sponsored Commercial Real Estate jobs?
U.S. employers sponsoring a visa must pay at least the prevailing wage, which is what workers in the same role, area, and experience level typically earn. The Department of Labor sets this rate to make sure companies aren't hiring foreign workers simply because they'd accept lower pay than a U.S. worker. It varies by job title, location, and experience. You can look up current prevailing wage rates for any occupation and location using the OFLC Wage Search page.
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