Wells Fargo

Branch Manager

Wells Fargo
Posted 10/19/2026full-timeKetchikan • Alaska • United StatesMid-LevelSeniorWebsite
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Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates strong leadership in sales management, focusing on customer relationship building and team development. Proficient in analyzing performance metrics and implementing strategies for growth while ensuring compliance with banking regulations.

Highest-signal resume keywords
Branch Sales LeadershipCustomer Relationship ManagementTeam Coaching and DevelopmentBanking Laws and Regulations KnowledgeSAFE Registration

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact
  • Serve as the branch sales leader
  • Acquire, deepen, and retain customer relationships across checking, deposits, lending, credit cards, and investments
  • Lead, coach, and develop branch teams
  • Establish expectations and manage performance through targeted coaching
  • Identify customer financial needs and deliver tailored consumer and business solutions
  • Use branch manager routines, observation, feedback, and follow-up to improve capability and productivity
  • Partner with Wealth & Investment Management, Business Banking, and Home Lending teams
  • Educate customers about digital banking options
  • Analyze reporting and employee observations to improve team performance and expand primary bank relationships
  • Balance growth objectives with operational risk management
  • Resolve issues, manage talent decisions, and model behaviors that protect customers, employees, and the company
  • Complete the Branch Manager Readiness Program before transitioning into the Branch Manager position, unless already serving as a Wells Fargo Branch Manager

Requirements

What you’ll need
  • 5+ years of banking, financial services, or Branch Network experience, or equivalent demonstrated through work experience, training, military experience, or education
  • 2+ years of leadership experience
  • Proven ability to hire, coach, and develop sales professionals and direct reports
  • Ability to lead a customer-focused sales culture and drive measurable growth
  • Ability to analyze performance and execute action plans
  • Independent judgment and critical thinking skills
  • Experience managing and coaching across affluent, high net worth, and business customer segments
  • Ability to lead teams in educating customers about digital banking solutions
  • Knowledge of banking laws and regulations, compliance controls, operational risk management, and loss prevention
  • Ability to work a schedule that includes Saturdays
  • Ability to travel up to 50% of the time during the first 6 months, depending on location
  • SAFE registration required at the time of employment
  • Must meet LO/CFPB requirements and Wells Fargo policies regarding financial responsibility, character, fitness, and criminal background
  • Not eligible for visa sponsorship

Benefits

Comp & perks
  • Robust benefits
  • Competitive compensation
  • Programs designed to support work-life balance and well-being
  • Community investment recognition
  • Career growth opportunities
  • Mentorship and practical learning opportunities through the Branch Manager Readiness Program

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Hard Skills
Performance AnalysisSales Culture LeadershipOperational Risk ManagementDigital Banking Solutions EducationCoaching Across Customer Segments
Soft Skills
Independent JudgmentCritical ThinkingIssue ResolutionTalent Management
Certifications & Qualifications
SAFE Registration
Industry Keywords
BankingFinancial ServicesBranch Network ExperienceCompliance ControlsLoss Prevention