Branch Manager

Wells Fargo

. Serve as the branch sales leader, acquiring, deepening, and retaining customer relationships .

Posted 10/22/2026full-timeSilver Spring • Maryland • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $41 - $67 per hourWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in branch sales leadership, customer relationship management, and team development. Proficient in analyzing financial needs and delivering tailored banking solutions while ensuring compliance with regulatory standards.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Branch Sales LeadershipCustomer Relationship ManagementTeam DevelopmentSAFE RegistrationLoan Originator Compliance

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Hard Skills

Banking ExperienceFinancial Services KnowledgePerformance ManagementCoaching and MentoringOperational SoundnessRisk ManagementDigital Banking EducationReporting AnalysisCustomer Needs AssessmentLending Solutions

Soft Skills

LeadershipCommunicationCoachingProblem-SolvingCollaboration

Certifications & Qualifications

SAFE Registration

Industry Keywords

Branch NetworkWealth ManagementBusiness BankingHome LendingLoan OriginatorCFPB ComplianceFinancial ResponsibilityCharacter StandardsCriminal Background StandardsBranch Manager Readiness Program

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Serve as the branch sales leader, acquiring, deepening, and retaining customer relationships
Drive growth in primary checking, deposits, lending, credit cards, and investments
Lead, coach, and develop the branch team
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 sales partners
Educate customers about digital banking options
Analyze reporting and employee observations to identify strengths and opportunities
Balance growth, operational soundness, talent decisions, and risk management
Participate in the Branch Manager Readiness Program through mentorship, job shadowing, and practical branch-operations learning

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
Ability to work a schedule that includes Saturdays
Ability to travel in assigned geography up to 50% of the time during the first 6 months, and prior to or until placement in a specific branch
SAFE registration required at the time of employment
Loan Originators must meet LO/CFPB requirements and Wells Fargo policies, including financial responsibility, character, fitness, and criminal background standards
Credit report may be reviewed and additional ongoing screening may apply
Not eligible for Visa sponsorship
Successful completion of the Branch Manager Readiness Program required to transition into a Branch Manager position

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
Incentive opportunities