Branch Manager

Wells Fargo

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

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

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates strong leadership in driving sales growth and developing a high-performing branch team while managing operational risk and ensuring compliance with banking regulations. Capable of building customer relationships and delivering tailored financial solutions through effective coaching and performance management.

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 ManagementDigital Banking SolutionsLoan OriginationCompliance ControlsCustomer Relationship ManagementSales Growth StrategiesTime Management

Soft Skills

Critical ThinkingIndependent JudgmentCoachingDelegationEngagement

Certifications & Qualifications

SAFE Registration

Industry Keywords

Branch Network ExperienceHigh Net Worth Customer SegmentsAffluent Customer SegmentsCommunity StakeholdersWells Fargo Solutions

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 the branch team to improve banker productivity
Foster an engaged and accountable culture focused on identifying customer financial needs and recommending Wells Fargo solutions
Balance growth objectives with operational risk management
Complete the Branch Manager Readiness Program before transitioning into a Branch Manager position, unless already serving as a Wells Fargo Branch Manager
Provide inclusive leadership, establish expectations, and manage performance through targeted coaching
Lead the branch team in delivering tailored consumer and business solutions
Use observation, feedback, reporting, and follow-up to improve capability, confidence, productivity, and performance
Partner with Wealth & Investment Management, Business Banking, and Home Lending sales partners
Educate customers about digital banking options
Manage risk, resolve issues, make talent decisions, 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
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
Success 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 connect customers to technology and explain digital banking 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 assigned geography up to 50% of the time during the first 6 months and before placement in a specific branch
SAFE registration required at the time of employment
Loan Originators must meet LO/CFPB requirements and Wells Fargo standards related to financial responsibility, character, fitness, and criminal background
Must not require Visa sponsorship

Benefits

Comp & perks

Robust benefits
Competitive compensation
Programs designed to support work-life balance and well-being
Community investment recognition
Career growth and leadership development through mentorship, job shadowing, and practical learning opportunities
Equal opportunity employment
Medical accommodation support during recruitment
Drug-free workplace