Branch Manager

Wells Fargo

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

Posted 11/6/2026full-timeSalt Lake City • Utah • United StatesMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates strong leadership in driving sales growth and managing a high-performing branch team while ensuring compliance with banking regulations. Capable of analyzing performance metrics and executing action plans to enhance customer relationships and operational efficiency.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Branch Sales LeadershipCustomer Relationship ManagementCoaching And Developing Sales ProfessionalsBanking Laws And Regulations KnowledgeSAFE Registration

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Hard Skills

Financial Services ExperiencePerformance AnalysisAction Plan ExecutionComplex Financial Needs IdentificationOperational Risk Management

Soft Skills

Independent JudgmentCritical-Thinking SkillsTime ManagementPrioritizationDelegation

Tools & Technologies

Digital Banking Options

Certifications & Qualifications

SAFE RegistrationLoan Originator Certification

Industry Keywords

Branch NetworkCustomer-Focused Sales CultureAffluent Customer SegmentsHigh Net Worth Customer SegmentsCompliance Controls

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 a high-performing branch team
Establish clear 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 build capability and productivity
Partner with Wealth & Investment Management, Business Banking, and Home Lending sales partners
Educate customers about and demonstrate digital banking options
Use reporting and employee observations to identify strengths and opportunities
Execute action plans to improve team performance and expand primary bank 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, unless currently serving as a Wells Fargo Branch Manager
Work in an interim, nonexempt role during training; branch assignment based on business need and 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
Proven 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, identify strengths and opportunities, and execute action plans
Independent judgment and critical-thinking skills
Ability to manage time, prioritize, and delegate tasks in a complex, fast-paced environment
Experience managing and coaching across affluent, high net worth, and business customer segments
Ability to identify complex financial needs and build relationships with customers, internal partners, and community stakeholders
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 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 regarding financial responsibility, character, fitness, and criminal background
This position is not eligible for Visa sponsorship

Benefits

Comp & perks

Robust benefits
Competitive compensation
Programs designed to support work-life balance and well-being
Community investment opportunities
Career growth and development support
Branch Manager Readiness Program with guidance, mentorship, job shadowing, and practical learning opportunities
Structured and supportive transition into leadership
Wells Fargo will initiate the SAFE registration process after the employee's start date