Branch Manager

Wells Fargo

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

Posted 10/3/2026full-timeSan Jose • California • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $38 - $67 per hourWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in branch sales leadership, focusing on customer relationship management, team development, and operational risk management. Proficient in analyzing performance metrics and implementing strategies to drive growth in banking products and services.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Branch Sales LeadershipCustomer Relationship ManagementTeam DevelopmentOperational Risk ManagementBanking Laws and Regulations

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Hard Skills

Financial Services ExperiencePerformance AnalysisSales CoachingDigital Banking SolutionsLoan Originator Compliance

Soft Skills

CoachingMentorshipCommunicationProblem-Solving

Certifications & Qualifications

SAFE Registration

Industry Keywords

BankingCompliance ControlsOperational SoundnessRisk ManagementCustomer Segments

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Serve as the branch sales leader accountable for acquiring, deepening, and retaining customer relationships
Drive growth in 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 observation, feedback, and follow-up to build team 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 relationships
Balance growth, operational soundness, talent decisions, and risk management
Participate in the Branch Manager Readiness Program, including mentorship, job shadowing, and practical branch operations learning
Transition into a Branch Manager position after successful completion of the readiness program

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; Wells Fargo initiates the process after start date
Loan Originators must meet LO/CFPB requirements
Must comply with Wells Fargo policies regarding financial responsibility, character, fitness, and criminal background
Credit report may be reviewed and additional ongoing screening may apply
Position is not eligible for Visa sponsorship
Knowledge of banking laws and regulations, compliance controls, operational risk management, and loss prevention
Ability to hire, coach, and develop sales professionals and direct reports
Ability to analyze performance and execute action plans
Ability to manage affluent, high net worth, and business customer segments
Ability to lead customers in using digital banking solutions

Benefits

Comp & perks

Robust benefits
Competitive compensation
Work-life balance and well-being programs
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 may be available