Branch Manager

Wells Fargo

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

Posted 10/13/2026full-timeNewberry • South Carolina • United StatesMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates strong leadership and coaching abilities to develop high-performing teams while driving growth in banking products such as checking, deposits, lending, and investments. Proficient in analyzing performance metrics and customer needs to deliver tailored financial solutions and ensure compliance with industry standards.

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Branch Sales LeadershipCustomer Relationship ManagementTeam Development and CoachingFinancial Services ExperienceSAFE Registration

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Hard Skills

Banking ProductsLendingCredit CardsInvestmentsPerformance AnalysisRisk ManagementCompliance StandardsLoan Originator RequirementsDigital Banking EducationBranch Manager Readiness Program

Soft Skills

CoachingCommunicationProblem-SolvingCustomer ServiceTeam Leadership

Certifications & Qualifications

SAFE Registration

Industry Keywords

Financial ServicesBranch NetworkCustomer Financial NeedsOperational SoundnessWells Fargo Policies

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Serve as the branch sales leader, accountable for acquiring, deepening, and retaining customer relationships
Drive growth in primary checking, deposits, lending, credit cards, and investments
Lead, coach, and develop a high-performing 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 improve team performance and expand relationships and wallet share
Balance growth, operational soundness, and talent decisions while managing risk and resolving issues
Complete the Branch Manager Readiness Program before transitioning into the Branch Manager position
Branch assignment based on business need and branch availability

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, depending on location
SAFE registration required at the time of employment
Loan Originators must meet LO/CFPB requirements
Compliance with Wells Fargo policies, including financial responsibility, character, fitness, and criminal background standards
Subject to credit report review and additional ongoing screening
Not eligible for Visa sponsorship
Successful completion of the Branch Manager Readiness Program required to transition into a Branch Manager position

Benefits

Comp & perks

Robust benefits
Competitive compensation
Programs designed to support work-life balance and well-being
Community involvement recognition
Career growth and development opportunities
Branch Manager Readiness Program with mentorship, job shadowing, practical learning, and structured onboarding support