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Wells Fargo

Branch Complex Director

Wells Fargo

. Lead branches within a Wells Fargo Advisors market .

Posted 11/11/2026full-timeNaperville • Illinois • United StatesLeadWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates extensive leadership and management capabilities in the financial advisory sector, with a strong focus on recruiting, coaching, and retaining high-performing Financial Advisors. Proven ability to drive growth, manage branch operations, and ensure compliance with regulatory standards.

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Financial Advisory ExperienceLeadership ExperienceFINRA Series 7 LicenseCoaching and DevelopmentRisk Management

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Hard Skills
Branch ManagementP&L ManagementClient AcquisitionEmployee EngagementRegulatory ComplianceStrategic PlanningPerformance MetricsTalent RecruitmentSales GrowthRisk Assessment
Soft Skills
Relationship BuildingTeam LeadershipProblem SolvingCommunicationCollaboration
Certifications & Qualifications
FINRA Series 63 LicenseFINRA Series 9 LicenseFINRA Series 10 LicenseFINRA Series 65 LicenseFINRA Series 66 License
Industry Keywords
Wealth ManagementClient ServiceFinancial PlanningConsumer Financial Protection BureauSAFE Licensing

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact
  • Lead branches within a Wells Fargo Advisors market
  • Build an environment fostering significant and sustained organic and inorganic growth
  • Coach Financial Advisors on new client acquisition, deepening client relationships, and outstanding client service
  • Build, maintain, and hire a cross-channel pipeline of Financial Advisors
  • Build trust and relationships with Financial Advisors, Client Associates, Governance and Support professionals, market leadership, and local communities
  • Direct day-to-day branch workflow
  • Escalate service and risk issues
  • Ensure the branch works together to care for clients
  • Manage branch P&L and expenses
  • Partner with market managers and the market leader to drive market growth
  • Recruit experienced Financial Advisors and retain talent
  • Lead teams to grow net asset flows, lending balances, and same-store sales
  • Develop branch culture to drive employee engagement and growth
  • Manage staff, centers of excellence, support partners, risk/compliance, expenses, P&L, and exceptions
  • Execute Wells Fargo Wealth and Investment Management strategic vision
  • Collaborate with and influence senior managers, COE partners, home office departments, and divisional leaders
  • Serve as a visible leader in branches and communities
  • Allocate people and financial resources to meet commitments and strategic objectives
  • Partner with market leadership to support branches and represented channels
  • Perform a non-producing role
  • Assess customer needs and refer customers interested in dwelling-secured products to SAFE team members without taking applications or offering or negotiating transaction terms

Requirements

What you’ll need
  • 10+ years of Financial Advisory experience, or equivalent demonstrated through work experience, training, military experience, or education
  • 4+ years of management or leadership experience
  • Successfully completed FINRA Series 7 and 63 examinations, or FINRA-recognized equivalents, sufficient to qualify for immediate FINRA registration
  • Ability to recruit and retain high-performing Financial Advisors
  • Ability to balance multiple initiatives
  • Ability to effectively manage a large and diverse team of direct reports
  • Proven track record of coaching and driving growth
  • Experience identifying and managing risk while adhering to governance processes
  • Ability to partner with key stakeholders to solve problems and client concerns
  • Must meet Consumer Financial Protection Bureau Loan Originator qualification requirements
  • Must meet financial responsibility, character, general financial fitness, and criminal background standards
  • Must obtain and/or maintain appropriate FINRA licenses for ongoing employment
  • FINRA Series 9 and 10 and FINRA 65 or 66, or equivalents, must be completed within specified periods after employment begins
  • Must meet applicable state registration and licensing requirements
  • Specific product licenses or SAFE licensing may apply
  • Must successfully complete FINRA background screening and pass a background check prior to hire
  • Must comply with ongoing regulatory obligations, periodic screening, and mandatory reporting requirements
  • Must comply with outside activities and personal investing policies
  • Position is not eligible for Visa sponsorship

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
  • Sales incentives
  • Discretionary bonuses
  • Equity in the company in the form of Restricted Stock Units (RSUs)
  • Opportunity to earn additional commission