Branch Manager

Wells Fargo

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

Posted 9/18/2026full-timeClearwater • Florida • United StatesMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates strong leadership in banking and financial services, with a focus on driving sales growth, managing risk, and developing high-performing teams. Proficient in delivering tailored banking solutions and connecting customers with digital banking technologies.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Branch Sales LeadershipCoaching and Developing Sales ProfessionalsCustomer-Focused Sales CultureBanking Laws and Regulations KnowledgeSAFE Registration

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Hard Skills

BankingFinancial ServicesPerformance AnalysisOperational Risk ManagementSales Growth StrategiesDigital Banking SolutionsCustomer Relationship ManagementCompliance ControlsLoss PreventionTeam Performance Improvement

Soft Skills

Independent JudgmentCritical ThinkingCoachingMentorshipCommunication

Certifications & Qualifications

SAFE Registration

Industry Keywords

Branch Network ExperienceCustomer Financial NeedsAffluent Customer SegmentsHigh Net Worth CustomersBusiness Banking

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 the branch team to improve banker productivity
Build an engaged and accountable culture focused on identifying customer financial needs
Balance growth objectives with operational risk management
Complete the Branch Manager Readiness Program, including mentorship, job shadowing, and practical branch-operations training, unless already serving as a Wells Fargo Branch Manager
Set expectations and manage performance through targeted coaching
Deliver tailored consumer and business banking solutions
Partner with Wealth & Investment Management, Business Banking, and Home Lending teams
Educate customers about digital banking options
Use reporting and employee observations to improve team performance and expand relationships
Manage risk, resolve issues, and model behaviors that protect customers, employees, and the company

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 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 connect customers to digital banking technology and 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 in the 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; Loan Originators must meet LO/CFPB requirements
Must satisfy Wells Fargo standards related to financial responsibility, character, fitness, and criminal background
Not eligible for Visa sponsorship

Benefits

Comp & perks

Robust benefits
Competitive compensation
Work-life balance and well-being programs
Community investment recognition and support
Career growth and development opportunities