Branch Manager

Wells Fargo

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

Posted 9/18/2026full-timeMinneapolis • Minnesota • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $41 - $63 per hourWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates strong leadership in driving sales growth and developing branch employees while ensuring compliance with banking regulations. Capable of analyzing performance metrics to enhance customer relationships and operational effectiveness.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Branch Sales LeadershipCoaching And Developing EmployeesCustomer-Focused Sales CultureBanking Laws And Regulations KnowledgeSAFE Registration

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Hard Skills

Sales GrowthPerformance AnalysisRisk ManagementOperational SoundnessCustomer Relationship Management

Soft Skills

Independent JudgmentCritical ThinkingCoaching SkillsTeam Leadership

Tools & Technologies

Digital Banking Solutions

Certifications & Qualifications

SAFE Registration

Industry Keywords

BankingFinancial ServicesBranch NetworkCompliance ControlsLoss Prevention

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Serve as the branch sales leader, acquiring, deepening, and retaining customer relationships
Drive growth in checking, deposits, lending, credit cards, and investments
Lead, coach, and develop branch employees to improve productivity and performance
Establish expectations and manage performance through targeted coaching
Identify customer financial needs and deliver tailored consumer and business solutions
Use branch routines, observation, feedback, and follow-up to build team capability
Partner with Wealth & Investment Management, Business Banking, and Home Lending sales partners
Educate customers about digital banking options
Analyze reporting and employee observations to improve team performance and expand relationships
Balance growth, operational soundness, talent decisions, and risk management
Complete the Branch Manager Readiness Program before transitioning to the Branch Manager position, unless already 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
Demonstrated ability to lead a customer-focused sales culture and drive measurable growth
Ability to analyze performance, identify strengths and opportunities, and execute action plans
Independent judgment and critical thinking skills
Demonstrated success managing and coaching across affluent, high net worth, and business customer segments
Ability to lead teams in influencing, educating, and connecting customers to technology
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 in assigned geography up to 50% of the time during the first 6 months and before branch placement
SAFE registration required at the time of employment
Must meet LO/CFPB requirements and Wells Fargo policies related to financial responsibility, character, fitness, and criminal background
This 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
Incentive opportunities