About this role:Wells Fargo is seeking a state-certified general appraiser with depth of commercial valuation experience from both a producing and reviewing perspective for a Lead Commercial Valuations Specialist in the Chief Operating Office as part of Real Estate Valuation Services (REVS). This position is 100% remote but should reside in one of the following states: South Carolina, North Carolina, Virginia, Tennessee, Florida or Georgia.
- As the largest mortgage originator and servicer in the country, understanding the value of real estate is critical. Real Estate Valuation Services (REVS) serves as an independent risk management function within the Chief Operating Office that:
- Interprets appraisal regulation and sets Corporate Valuation Policy
- Communicates with regulators on pending and proposed regulations
- Assumes responsibility for ensuring that compliant valuation processes and practices are in place for all valuations across Wells Fargo
- Leads the industry in real estate valuation processes and execution
In this role you will:- Review valuation assignments of commercial properties to ensure completeness, accuracy and compliance with bank policies and procedures, industry standards and regulatory requirements.
- Work independently with a minimal amount of supervision and is expected to meet production goals as well as service and high-quality standards.
- Review or prepare moderately complex valuation reports to ensure appropriate content and compliance with federal, regulatory, and bank policy. May include quality oversight, technical desk reviews and/or post funding review.
- Interact, collaborate, and consult with service providers, commercial valuations peers, colleagues, and middle level managers to resolve issues, achieve goals, and to clarify quality concerns or non-compliance identified during the review process.
- Work independently with minimal amount of supervision and lead commercial valuations projects.
- Meet production goals as well as service and high-quality standards.
- Perform management functions including the management of business relationships involving internal partners and outside professionals within the context of specific assignments.
- Integrate use of various appraisal related technologies throughout the appraisal review process.
Required Qualifications:- 5+ years of Commercial Valuations experience, or equivalent demonstrated through one or a combination of the following: work experience, training, military experience, education
Desired Qualifications:- State-certified general appraiser
- Professional Valuation designation, such as MAI, AI-GRS or RICS
- Experience both as a fee appraiser and financial institution (or similar) reviewer
- A working knowledge of the following applications - ARGUS, C360/Parcel, Excel and other latest cash flow software.
- Property-type expertise in the following: Commercial Assets such as office buildings, warehouses, retail and apartments. Other specialty assets are a bonus.
- Strong, clear and concise written and oral communication skills
- Excellent organization, analytical and problem-solving skills with high attention to detail and accuracy
- Ability to take initiative, meet deadlines and work independently with minimal supervision in a structured environment
- Interact with integrity and a high level of professionalism with all levels of team members and management and cross functional departments.
Job Expectations:- Access to reliable transportation and a valid, state issued driver's license
- Ability to work remotely including reliable internet service. Must be located in one of the following preferred locations: South Carolina, North Carolina, Virginia, Tennessee, Florida or Georgia.
- Ability to travel up to 10% of the time
Locations: - Florida area
- Georgia area
- South Carolina area
- North Carolina area
- Virginia area
- Tennessee area
Posting End Date: 8 Apr 2026
*Job posting may come down early due to volume of applicants. We Value Equal OpportunityWells 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.
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